I'm still most comfortable in familiar territory such as XS or needlepoint, but recently spotted a couple of cute hardanger kits at LNS , and they're now in stash waiting for me to do them. I'm nervous. :-) One problem is which one to do first. The candidates are Nordic Needle's emery cushion kit...

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Hi all, Hoping you can help me. I haven't done punch needle before, but have conquered knitting with 4mm needles and 20mm; crochet; long-stitch; cross stitch and latch-hooking. I'm 25 and disabled so am certainly looking for a new hobby in front of the TV every night. In Australia it's VERY cold...

http://www.crochetville.org/forum/showthread.php?t=28885 I think these are cute. Even though these are crocheted, I thought I would pass them along just in case anyone would like to try.

I am not sure is this has ever been discussed, but I recently found out that DMC has a mentor program. I think that this will be great for scout moms. They will send you 4 mini kits and you have access to other simple designs for additional projects. Maybe a great way to pass on our knowledge to...

My MIL got Corian and just loves it. A little hint for which ever you choose. Since you pay by the foot, have the counter man save the section that they cut out for your sink. This piece can be routered on the outside ( and smoothed) and when mounted on little rubber feet, it make a really nice...

I was thinking of you and your DH this morning while reading the Ledger Sports page. One of the linesmen at the Rangers game got a puck to the face and had 20 or so stitches and had to leave the game. Gee, I hope that never happens to your or your hubby. Seaspray

I bought some catnip at the store and want to make some cat toys for my DM and DS cats. Can I use crafting felt for this? Or would it be better if I used a cotton, thin calico fabric? I was wondering if the kitties would claw away the felt and choke on it. Any help would be...

It's getting to be that time again. My newspaper is running a "Pimp your Peeps" contest. http://www.mycentraljersey.com/article/20090306/PROMO/90306029&referrer=FRONTPAGECAROUSEL Think I could set up a needlework and yarn shop with my peeps? Wouldn't it be a hoot? Di

Hello everyone Carolyn Duncan from Sew What Designs has 2 new tutorials for Pfaff Creative Software. The first one is a guide to Stitch Artist, and the second is a guide to Pfaff VIP File Assistant / Configure. Easy to follow and instantly downloadable, click through for more...

Hello everyone We have a beautiful new set of Applique jars to add to the Oriental Collection. The Oriental Jars set are ideal for tableware, throw-pillows etc. Each jar has a beautiful orchid incorporated with it and these new designs can be mixed and matched with the Oriental Orchid...

Hello everyone We have a huge array of new designs for you this month. Over 80 new Christmas theme designs! -ornaments, trees, cuddly animals, Santa, Christmas messages, and much much more. And if that's not enough, we are giving away a Christmas collection of 16 very good quality designs with...

Hello everyone We are gearing up for Halloween with 2 new Applique sets and 4 new Halloween projects. Now you can easily make Halloween finger puppets, treat bags, pencil or candy covers and hand puppets. They are all made in the hoop and have easy to follow instructions. These projects are...

Hello everyone As well as the Flower of the Month customer Freebie, we have added 21 cross stitch designs to celebrate our 2nd Birthday! These designs, from the Lavender and Lace set, are made to be mixed and matched and lovely examples are featured to give you some ideas and inspiration. Also...

Hello everyone, We are just bursting with a bunch of new sets, Freebies and Specials - colorful larger than life Bugs, gorgeous Southern Belles, tasteful Vintage Baskets, intricate Vintage Borders, delicate Vintage Heirloom with matching Monograms, and bold Vintage Heirloom and Monograms. ...

Hello everyone We have a bold and beautiful new set of Heirloom Cutwork. This set is on a 50% customer Special and the designs can be stitched out in pastels, white, cream or tone on tone. The tulips, clovers, roses and lotus buds are all in beautiful clear lines. Take advantage of this great...

Hello Everyone, We have an impressive array of new sets for you to browse. 3D Christmas snowflakes and ornaments, lace cards, photo frames, table runners, beautiful black lace, lace frames and coasters, freestanding lace, Freebies and lots, lots more. Click through for a great...

Hello everyone We have 6 new Christmas theme collections. These are first class designs and the artistic, vibrant use of color makes them particularly striking. Pop in and see the cute Christmas teddies, delightful decorations, wonderful wreaths, splendid Santas and fabulous farm houses in the...

Hello Everyone We have a new Bottle Jacket set for the large hoop. If you haven't come across these unique projects yet, you're in for a treat. They are a great way to decorate for celebrations of all types. There are 5 other bottle jacket sets for your perusal, 3 sets of Bottle Bibs for the...

Hello everyone We are having a birthday sale where all of our design collections are discounted 30%. Included in this sale are 6 new sets - colorful stylized Ethnic Birds and Ethnic Fish, cute hardworking applique Sunbonnets, soft fluffy Chicks, Christmas and Nativity Applique and intricate, true...