Last weekend was the first lesson the Zecca Long Bat Mystery Class. I changed things up a bit and we didn’t stitch the background first this time. Whaaaat? We did however create his super cute face so that he could see what was going on. It’s very important that the characters can see what’s happening. […]
Archives for 2023
The Steampunk Fairy is Ready for her Curtain Call
I’m gearing up for Zoom-bellishment next weekend which means you are about to get a lot of fun emails showing what’s new and newer than new! YAY! Until then let’s stay grounded in Spooky Season. This was a Mystery Class from a couple of years ago that never fails to disappoint and make us smile. […]
She’s Framed!
It’s spooky season and what better time to show off a finished Halloween Mystery! This is the Flying Witch by David Galchutt with two very different frames. I added the ribbon to mine instead of stitching the borders. From there, she’s surrounded by grays and purples to showcase her spookiness. I love the ever so […]
Winter Mystery Class
The holidays are upon us! Time is moving fast. Our Halloween mystery class starts next Sunday. It is a quickie with only two lessons. It will be here and complete before we know it. Inquiring minds have been asking what will the Winter Mystery Class be? Here it is. Cute as a button, this little […]
Happy Fish
Fishy Fish weekend was a success! So many happy fish now have their stitch on. LOL. Stitchguides, canvases and thread kits are available for both Zecca 3 Fish and 3 More Fish. They are both adorable and so much fun to stitch. Canvases are 10″ x 12.5″ handpainted on 18ct. 3 More Fish 3 Fish […]
Pink Vase
This is another great canvas from Mary Legallet’s embellishment class. Pink Vase by Colors of Praise! Its timeless and elegant. It’s going to be a quick fun stitch. Art size is only 12″ x 12″ on 13ct. Filled with happy colors and textures this canvas will soon be your favorite WIP. If you would […]
Blue Egg Truck
We hosted Mary Legallet of Whimsical Stitch fame on zoom a few weeks ago and wait until you see the new guides from her talented mind! Let me start by sharing this adorable Mary Lake Thompson canvas with you that now has an equally adorable guide! This is blue egg truck and the art size […]
A Garden Party
It’s been a bit, but I’m back with the final installment of Brooke Connor’s My Neighbors Garden. We completed this mystery class a few weeks ago and now is the perfect time to share pretty photos of the garden. Just in time for the end of summer. The star of the show in lesson three are […]
It’s a Looooong Bat
We just finished our current mystery class, My Neighbor’s Garden. The final lesson was all that and more! We have several events in September so our next mystery class starts in October. It is this wonderful zecca bat! He’s an absolute riot in my book. He’s oh so long but with big areas of color […]
It’s Honey Bee Day
I’ve always wanted to announce the Honey Bee club on Honey Bee Day and this is the year!!! It’s time to talk Honey Bees! If you were a Honey Bee this year or wish you were, you know what this is all about and it’s time to sign up for next year. If you are […]
Bead Classes
I’m announcing these classes early so you have plenty of time to check your calendars. Join us in December via the magic of zoom for one, two or three fun days of beading with Jayashree Paramesh. Jay is a national teacher with so many beautiful designs. This is her first time teaching for us. I can’t […]
A Lizard a Dragonfly and a Frog
A Lizard, a dragonfly and a frog walked into a needlepoint store and the rest is history! This is a Helen Heins Peterson canvas that was started in our January Zoom-bellishment class and is now fini! Sue did an amazing job stitching it following my guide and now it is framed and ready to hang. […]
A Bubble Tree?
Brooke Connor’s My Neighbors Garden is a crazy adventure. This is our current mystery class and it is full of surprises. My favorite surprise is the bubble tree. Everyone needs a big blue bubble tree in their landscape right? What’s not to love about gloriously big beads nestled together for big impact? The yellow path […]
October 23 Zoom-bellishment
Registration is open and filling fast for our October Zoom-bellishment class! Join us on the 14th and 15th from 11-4pm EST. Take your needlepoint skills to the next level. You will learn so much in this class. Everyone has a complete stitchguide plus you will learn from others in this shared experience on zoom. If […]
Almost Midnight Again
Have you ever wanted to take your needlepoint skills to the next level? Are you ready to dive into a project that will challenge and inspire you? Well, I have some exciting news for you! The first session of Almost Midnight by a Kimberly Design was an absolute sell-out success, and it’s no wonder why! […]
A Must Have
Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by the vast array of threads available in the market? Do you find yourself unsure of which thread to use for your projects and whether those threads will work on 18ct or 13ct? Well, worry no more because I have the ultimate must-have reference book for both experienced and […]
A New Bead Class
You know I love the beady side of things almost as much as the stitchy side. I’m excited to announce that Leslee Frumin will be teaching her brand new Quatrefoil cuff for us via the magic of zoom this November. This intermediate/advanced cuff is a stunner. Join us to make it and or the necklace. […]
My Neighbor’s Garden
Last weekend was Zoom-bellishment and we had a fabulous time! So many stitchers, so many projects. October Zoom-bellishment is the weekend of October 14 and 15. I will be posting the canvas choices currently in play hopefully in the next week. We have available openings. Stay tuned for details about that. This Sunday is the […]
Christmas Tree Lady
Day One of Zoom-bellishment is today and we have reached the last of the featured canvases! This is Melissa Shirley’s Christmas Tree Lady. This is truly a fan favorite. She will be a delight to stitch with her big ruffly tree skirt. Christmas Tree Lady If you would like to add her to your holiday […]
Sugar Skull
This gorgeous Sandra Vargas Sugar Skull has been available for awhile and it’s time she gets her moment in the spotlight. She now has a stitchguide filled with silks, beads and ribbons. OH MY! Check out the skull beads. You know we needed those. Sugar Skull She is simply iresistible. Trust me, I made […]
Feline Fiesta
Oh my, what a gorgeous cat this is! Feline Fiesta is interpreted from the art of David Galchutt, this kitty has all the colors! Get ready to get your beading skills sharpened. It’s time to paint with beads. Feline Fiesta Even though there are lots of beads, there’s still lots of fun stitching to add […]
It’s a Feast!
Everyone loves Melissa Shirley. When she teams up with another artist, it just adds to the magic. This is Elizabeth Foster’s Forest Feast as interpreted by Melissa. It’s so much fun. All the animals came to dinner. Forest Feast There are bunnies, and foxes and deer and a beaver. A turtle, a heron an owl […]
Let’s Go for a RIDE!
We all love David Galchutt‘s art and this new canvas is no exception! The Ride is a sassy lass on a horse. Ok, sassy may not be the right word. Bombshell perhaps? Whatever you call her, she’s having a grand time! No one is stopping her! My new stitchguide is filled with textures that are […]
A Trip Down the River Nile
Zoom-bellishment! It’s almost here! Kits are shipping and will be to all of our stitchers mid week! How exactly does zoom-bellishment work? There are 12 different canvases in play with multiple people selecting the same canvas. Everyone has a complete stitchguide and threads with all the details worked out. We have a large group of […]
