If you stitched Pearl Collector, you already know the story. Now it’s time to meet the one doing the hunting. Introducing Pearl Hunter by Zecca — the bold, bright crab who has clearly decided those pearls belong to him. Surrounded by shells and sea treasures, he’s on the lookout for his next shiny discovery. This […]
Archives for 2026
And Then There Was the Cat
Sunday was the final lesson of Dots Upon Dots. We did it! Every stitch, every detail — finished. I am completely in love with this canvas. It has been such a fun project from beginning to end. This final lesson was all about Dotz the Cat, who might just have the sweetest little face. Thanks […]
RomantzArt: Bold Color, Big Personality
If you love a canvas that lets you play with decorative stitches, fabulous threads, and a little open canvas freedom, then Sarena Mantz of RomantzArt may just be your new stitching obsession. Sarena’s designs are vibrant, imaginative, and wonderfully varied. One minute you’re stitching lush florals (remember the glorious Vibrant Beauty?), and the next you’re […]
What a Weekend
We had the absolute joy of hosting Kimberly on zoom for her wildly happy Fleurs class — and let me just say… it was even more magical in person. This canvas is pure sunshine. Bright. Playful. Completely unexpected. The kind of piece that makes you smile before you even thread your needle. The flowers are […]
Panda, Penguin and Zebra — Framed and Fabulous
It’s snowy outside. The world is black and white. And in between working on Dots upon Dots (our current Mystery Class that is also gloriously graphic and mostly black and white), I thought it was the perfect moment to share another striking monochromatic beauty. Meet “Panda, Penguin and Zebra” by Eleanor Grosch. This canvas proves […]
Dottie in the Spotlight
Sunday was our second lesson of Dots Upon Dots, and this week we focused on the girl herself — Dottie. Her face is stitched in Tent Stitch with plenty of Outline Stitch to bring all those sweet details to life. And yes, before you ask — it’s all in the stitch guide. Step by step. […]
The Garden Mafia Has Arrived
Are you ready for spring? Because these birds absolutely are — and they are not playing around. Meet Garden Mafia, our next Mystery Class, designed by the wonderfully bold and brilliant Lane Tree Lily. This crew has attitude. They’ve claimed the garden. And frankly? We’re just lucky they’re letting us stitch them. Look at them.The […]
And They Called it Puppy Love
Turns out puppy love comes in stitches… and frames. We now have two of our Hue & Mi & Sangita dog canvases fully stitched, finished, and looking fabulous — and I couldn’t love them more. Blue Dog and Golden Retriever have officially come to life, each stitched by a different stitcher and finished in completely […]
The Grand Finale
We made it! After 4 fabulous lessons over the past year, Halloween Cruise Mayhem is officially complete. Yes, the canvas is HUGE (hello, 21 x 27 stretcher bars!), but broken down into bite-sized chunks, it was totally do-able — and let’s be honest, ridiculously fun. But before we talk about the final sparkly lesson, I […]
Getting Our Dots in a Row (Literally)
The first lesson of Dots Upon Dots was last Sunday and yes, I wore dots. I may wear dots to every class. Yes, I like dots. We started by stitching the background — a dotted blackwork pattern. Are you seeing a theme yet? It’s stitched using my Color Dreams floche, a super special, very limited-edition […]
May Zoom-bellishment is Coming!
Cue the countdown—our next Zoom-bellishment class is happening May 2 & 3, and I couldn’t be more excited about the lineup! We’ve got eleven fabulous canvases in play this round, featuring designs from some of your favorite artists (and maybe a new fave or two): ✨ David Galchutt✨ Barbara Basso✨ Lulu MyPinkturtle✨ Heather Gauthier✨ Lane […]
Zoom-bellishment Recap
11 Projects, Endless Possibilities Zoom-bellishment was just over a week ago, and wow—what a weekend! We had 30+ fabulous ladies stitching from across the globe, working on eleven different canvases. Every single one unique. Every single one brimming with potential. As class begins, I walk through each canvas—one by one—talking through the challenges, the goals, […]
New Artist Alert: Arlene Steinberg Joins the Party!
You know we love color, whimsy, and a canvas that practically begs for fancy stitches—and Arlene Steinberg delivers all that and more! Her playful style is packed with bold color, graphic joy, and just enough open space to let your stitches shine. We kicked things off with Birdie Garden, and wow—when Arlene shared it on […]
Hair, Hips, and a Whole Lotta Fluff
We’ve made it to the final reveal for this weekend’s Zoom-bellishment class, and we’re closing things out with a strut down the sparkle runway. ✨ Introducing Hey Big Boy! by Barbara Basso — a brand new canvas, debuting this weekend with a fresh stitch guide written by me. And that’s not all… This canvas is […]
If Loving Acid Green Is Wrong, I Don’t Wanna Be Right
Today’s new release is a masterclass in all things green—and not just any green. We’re talking chartreuse, citrus, lime, leaf, and even a few shades that probably don’t have names yet. If you’ve been here a while, you know I love a good acid green moment… and if you’re new? Consider this your official introduction. […]
Autumn, but make it Zecca
We’re closing in on Zoom-bellishment weekend, and the lineup just keeps getting better. Today’s debut? A tall, skinny slice of autumn magic: Heirloom Harvest by Zecca. At 6″ x 24″ on 18ct, this canvas is the seasonal companion to Flowers Remember—but with a whole new color story and a touch of October mystery. Pumpkins, fallen […]
These Snow Folks Came to Sleigh
Time to meet a brand-new canvas making its grand entrance in this weekend’s Zoom-bellishment class! Say hello to Snow Folks by Margaret King—a joyful, high-energy winter romp that’s brand new to the world and shipping with a brand new stitch guide written by me. This scene is packed with motion and mischief: snowflakes flying, sleds […]
Birds in Her Hair, Birds in Her Heart
Time to meet the first of five brand-new stitch guides debuting this weekend in our Zoom-bellishment class—and she’s a showstopper. Frida Birds by Lulu MyPinkturtle is a vibrant folk-art fantasy bursting with color, charm, and more birds than you can count. They perch on her shoulders, flutter through her dress, and have clearly taken up […]
Zoom-bellishment: The Countdown Begins!
Our next Zoom-bellishment class is just around the corner—happening next weekend—and it’s going to be one for the books! We’ve got over 30 fabulous stitchers spanning not only the US coast to coast but Canada and Australia too. We have 11 jaw-dropping canvases and two jam-packed days of color, texture, sparkle, and “a-ha!” stitching moments. […]
Cynthia Rutledge Beadwork Classes!
Once or twice a year — and sometimes more if we’re lucky — we offer beadwork classes with Cynthia Rutledge. Cynthia is a dear friend and a true legend in the beading world, and we’re always thrilled when she joins us on Zoom. I’m delighted to announce our Spring 2026 classes, held March 21 and […]
Santa’s Pup… Finished and Full of Surprises
The only thing you can really expect from me is the unexpected.At least that’s what I try to bring to the table. And Santa’s Pup? He understood the assignment. Our final class wrapped up this past Sunday, and I can officially say he’s complete—and he is an absolute show stopper. The coat and pants are […]
