Copyright is a big deal. It’s one we don’t address often enough. We know the difference between right and wrong. We know what we should and shouldn’t do. But sometimes we think, “Oh, I’m just sharing this stitch guide/beadwork pattern with my friend. It doesn’t hurt anyone.” It does have an impact. Even sharing just […]
Archives for 2018
Shapes and Patterns
Today was the first lesson of a new mystery, Cat and Mouse Game by Dominic Bourbeau. We know I love this canvas because it has a cat, but beyond that it is Mid Century Modern which means super cool graphic spaces ready for stitches! We started with the cat and beaded the pattern on his […]
Let’s Celebrate!
Join us March 16-18 for all things Kelly Clark. OMG! This is going to be so fun. Kelly has designed a beautiful piece just for us and is working on the stitchguide for it. It will have patterned stitches and ribbons and beads and stumpwork, Oh My! All the things we love about Kelly rolled into one […]
Bead Embroidery Fun
There are so many cross overs between Bead Embroidery and Needlepoint. Create a little embellishment and add it to your canvas. Make a beaded border. The options are endless. It adds dimension and detail. Plus its super gratifying. Look! I made this little flower. How cool is that? This flower is the center of Sandra […]
Beady Fun
Our dear friend Liisa Turunen was here for a weekend of beady fun. And I do have to say it was super fun! We had different projects each day. We made lots of new friends and actually got a good bit accomplished! Liisa is an incredibly talented designer and teacher. If you have the chance […]
Do you want to play with beads?
Sometimes its fun to play with a different set of toys. That’s what we will be doing this weekend. Liisa Turunen has come to town for 3 fun days of beadwork classes. She brought a ton of beadwork with her. An absolute ton! All of these pretties are kits that you can order. Everything is […]
How can you resist?
We all know I love everything zecca. Her aesthetic is my aesthetic. It’s colorful and happy. Really that’s all I want – pretty colors, happiness, love and kitty purrs. Sounds good, no? So one day we were chatting and I mentioned that there were several lovely ladies that I knew who wanted a zecca rug. […]
It’s Snowing!
Big fluffy snowflakes are falling on Stella and Max our holiday owls. Brooke Connor designed such fun art for us to stitch. There’s so much detail on these two but it all came together. I’m almost finished. All that is left is one pom pom! Thank you Robin King for this great snowflake pattern. Super […]
Lovely Leaves
It’s time to showcase another of Kimberly’s series of nine squares. I love these little canvases. They are so beautiful to look at while being great learning tools. There are so many fun techniques packed into this small space. Learn a lot and finish a beautiful design. What’s not to love. Look at […]
How crazy cute are these???
I love Patience Brewster. How can you not? She’s whimsical and quirky and funny. Patience Brewster on needlepoint with stitchguides by Mary Legallet/Whimsical Stitch. WOWZA!! The fun has just multiplied! Love these! These aren’t even on the website yet, but I couldn’t wait. I had to show you. Each one is $175 for canvas and […]
Let’s Fall In Love
Its Winter, and I’m thinking about Spring and pretty colors. What better time than now to think about a new Springtime project? Join us for our newest Mystery with a Twist. We are starting this project in April! YAY! This is Let’s Fall in Love by Annie O’Brien Gonzales through Melissa Shirley. What’s the twist? […]
It’s Time for Something New!
Channel your dark side and check out the latest offerings from the one and only Sandra Vargas. She captures the atmosphere of the moment in a way no one else does. The Witching Hour Raven to complete your Poe collection Fallen Angel Cheshire Cat the latest in the Alice in Wonderland series. If you would like […]
More is More!
Yes, that is my general philosophy. It really applies when dressing owls. :-) More beads, more patterns, more texture. YAY! Yesterday was the third lesson of the Holiday Owls, Stella and Max. Lots of fun details are being added. I love these guys. We’ve added a hat and pom pom. Check out this wing! It […]
Let’s go skating
We love a pretty finish. Mika stitched the skater by lulu mypinkturtle following my guide and it is super cute! Sometimes we don’t have photos of finished stitch guide canvases until you share so this was a fun treat for us. Thanks for sharing. xoruth P.S. If you would like your own skater, here’s the […]
The results are in!
Our Embellishment Extravaganza was super fun! Nine ladies joined me at the beehive to spend three days stitching and playing, each with a unique canvas. These are just a few sneak peeks of various canvases. Of course I love the interconnecting backgrounds, and the face! Look at that face. Dog Park from Tapestry Fair Zecca […]
What are you doing this weekend?
We are having an Embellishment Extravaganza! Nine ladies have joined me at the beehive to spend three days stitching and playing, each with a unique canvas. I have written special guides for everyone. Zecca Bird of Paradise B Bird of Paradise C by Zecca Camel with Monkey and Dog by Colors of Praise Dog Park […]
Cats Cats and More Cats
It’s been a long time coming, but here we are, lesson two of Santa Fe Felines! Two more kitties have joined the tribe. Lots of fun patterns and textures on these two. Not to mention fun new beads! This is a Mystery with a Twist project which means, it is a long term project. I […]
Happy New Year 2018
Hunter, Harold, Max, Richie and now Johnny would like to join me in wishing you and yours a happy healthy sparkling 2018. Hunter – The one who knows it all. Harold – My silly silly speed bump. Max – look at those eyes! Richie – he fits! Johnny – dressed to the nines Sending love […]
