Hit the Road!

Now that winter is (mostly) over for those of us in the USA, KC Needlepoint is posting tips for taking your needlepoint with you on a trip.  There are links to buy the items they mention, of course, but the advice is good.  

https://www.kcneedlepoint.com/blogs/news/hit-the-road-traveling-with-your-needlepoint

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright January 31, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

Twisted Lazy Daisy for Flower Buds (and Hair)

The very talented Ruth Schmuff has posted a video on Bedecked and Beadazzled's Instagram page demonstrating using twisted lazy daisy stitch for flower buds.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFdfiNnvAqd/

This would make great fake bullions for hair, too.  Here is what the purple buds look like clusters on a design.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DFgQ74XJ30i/?img_index=1

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright January 31, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

NJNA Tidbits (with New Canvases)

The NJNA newsletter is out again and it's packed with local ANG chapter news, and news about ANG's national seminar.

https://blog.njneedleartists.org/2025/03/22/whats-happening-at-njna-3-22-25/

As a bonus, there is lots of information about new designs that will be coming out the end of March, plus some fun tips about cleaning out stash, shop news, and more.  It's a great read, as always, so pour yourself a favorite beverage and settle down to catch up on needlepoint news via our stitching buddies in New Jersey.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 23, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

The Modern Needlework Stand: A Review

Mary Corbet has written a review of The Modern Needlework Stand, which is a table stand for your needlework, made by a Ukrainian company called Velke Potok, that's perfect for travel.   Mary's reviews are thorough.  She covers all the pros and cons of any item she reviews.

https://www.needlenthread.com/2025/03/modern-needlework-stand-potoky.html

This stand isn't cheap at $360, so Mary wants to know if readers are interested in her stocking these and if so, what colors folks would like.  So check it out and let Mary know if you are interested.  If you are, what color grabs you?  Her email is mary (at) needlenthread (dot) com.

Thanks!  

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

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and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 20, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

ANG Auction March 27-30, 2025

The American Needlepoint Guild's auction is March 27-30--that's next week!  

https://ang.schoolauction.net/spring2025/catalog

To bid you need to sign up to get an auction login.  Just follow the instructions.  But even if you don't plan to bid, it's fun to browse.

Written by Jane/Chilly Hollow

Blogging at http://chillyhollownp.blogspot.com

and at http://chstitchguides.blogspot.com

© Copyright March 23, 2025 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.