I usually just lurk here but would like some info from some of you out there. My DH & I are going to New Zealand for 3 weeks in May. We will be driving all around both islands, hitting all the major cities and smallers ones as well. What I'd like to know is if there are any must-see needlework...

Enough is enough! After making a few attempts to chart the photos I found of Hawaiian Short Eared Owls, I found a Pegasus/Stephanie Hedgepath "Great Gray Owl" that I'll use, switching out the grays/black for tans/browns and adjusting as necessary. I also found some beautiful Ice Blue 32 cnt Lugana...

I've never heard of this silk thread. What would you use it for? What size is it? Any information will be appreciated. -- Bonnie WIPs: EGA's English Band Sampler ICC Knitted Cardigan Knitted Amish Throw

I am quite amused by the number of "needlework" apps I found in the iTunes store. Most are knitting related. Stitch counters, needle size converters and project diaries. A bunch of quilting apps - though I wondered if the fabric stash ones would work for other stash. And jewelry one that...

My apologies to anyone who has written me in the last couple of weeks. I've been terribly erratic with replies because of an underlying crisis in my life.... I had a small growth removed from my foot a couple of weeks ago -- no big deal, right, except for the general discomfort and the...

I purchased the pattern and materials for Chatelaine's Egyptian Gardens Mandala (beware - the threads and beads are very, very expensive), and thought - why don't I see how they show against some evenly woven silk material I have? SO - I tried them out on a pale tan material. They, of course,...

I'm moving to Macedonia, Ohio, in the near future. Are there any LNS in the area? There is a wwonderful shop in Middlefield. The name of the shop is 'And Needlework', the owner's name is Donna. She is closed Sunday & Monday.

I have several old handkerchiefs with beautifully tatted edges - but the body of the hanky is literally full of holes. What can I do to recycle the edging? The fabric where it's attached is still in pretty good condition. thanks for any ideas.

I took 7 items of stitching in to the county fair on Wednesday and found out the results last night. Here are the results: 3rd place: Story time (birdies by Valerie Pfeiffer - can be seen in my webshots album: http://community.webshots.com/user/ndjoan ) 2nd place: Christmas design on hand...

I just emptied two spice jars today and was wondering if anyone had any inspired crafty ideas for them. Either for storage usage or decorative. It seems like a waste to throw them out and at the rate I go through oregano and basil around here, I have empty bottles frequently. Rachel

....I introduced myself. Like others here I have lurked quite a bit but only posted a few times when I felt I could give a good answer or had a good question. I started stitching years ago when I was a kid and I still have the pot holder I made then. Looking at it now, I see that I hand quilted...

Found this today and just had to sha Q: How many internet mail list subscribers does it take to change a light bulb? A: 1,331: * 1 to change the light bulb and to post to the mail list that the light bulb has been changed

Hi, I just approved you and hope you are busy enjoying all the pics :)

Hey everyone, I've been lurking around here for a while and this is a very interetsting informative group! My name is Sara and I'm from West Virginia. I'm currently a 22 year old graduate student at West Virginia University studying to be a secondary teacher in social studies. I like to...

Chime in as soon as your power and ISP are back on! Cheryl

Hee Elizabeth i just washed my hands with Honey + goatmilk soap ,, the mosft creamy soap you might imagine , Only Olive oil soap is as nice . I had Honey on my sandwich and had honey tea ..... I remembered than that you called my last letter Sweet words ,,,,,,, No wonder You know ? living in this...

Continuing in a family tradition started by Aunt Elizabeth over 100 years ago, my cousin's daughter just presented me with a delightful birthday present: Marilyn Rose born 5/28/13 at 5:28 AM Yes, there will be major spoilage, just as I was Lizzie's favorite niece. BEST BIRTHDAY PRESENT EVER!!!!

Does anybody remember the do-lolly (sp.)? It was a tool to help tie in your thread if it got to short. It was very pretty and I believe the person that created the tool passed away. I broke mine and would like to find a similar tool. Sharon in MN

Ok, so what kinds of projects have you taken when you travel? I'm planning on taking a Floba Shoulder Bag and the pattern to stitch a Cat and maybe some beaded flowers or a dragonfly on it too. Can't make up my mind what to bead, but I must add beads! LOL Kim -- New! Wearable Stitching...

Does anyone know where I can purchase tri-fold cardstock with a small cut-out to mount embroidery in the card? I have not been able to locate any locally anymore. The one place I found online (Embroideryetcetera.com) shows exactly what I want on their website but perhaps is no longer in...