Hi, I'm looking for a Linda Gengarelly needlepoint design that appeared in McCall's Needlework and Crafts April 1985. I do not need the magazine, I have that. I would like to find the charted design that was available for order through the magazine. The design features a birds nest and apple...

December goals were to: Put 10 hours into Lady of the Flag - actual 4.5 hours Complete Angel of Romance - done Complete 2 Faithwurks spoolies - both done Complete 3 ornaments from JCS 2002 - completed 2, got about halfway through #3, realized there was no way I'd finish in time and started a new...

I just found a great freebie on Classic Stitches. However, the project calls for Anchor Pearl Cotton in Emerald Green (230), Deep Pink (87) and White (01). Does anyone know where I could find a DMC pearl cotton conversion or do I just use the same numbers as the floss? Thanks.

Okay. I finished crocheting my DD's poncho yesterday. Now I'm looking for the lap rug I've been slowly working on for a few years. I thought it was in my big covered Longaberger basket, but no dice. Can someone please tell me where I put it in my fit of organizing last spring???? Donna @ West...

Mirjam Bruck-Cohen wrote: *Captured Moments * Give me the secret of posting items 24 hours in the future and I'll attend any exhibition, anywhere! -- Bruce Fletcher Stronsay, Orkney www.stronsay.co.uk/claremont

Some of you are less experienced with computers. I just got 235 virus emails . . . 34kb apiece (so you can watch for them) FROM: lots of forged addresses of members of RCTN. I recognized many, many of them. All of the addresses may not be forged. Some of you may actually HAVE the virus and its...

I recently purchased a new book (to me) on the subject of Chinese embroidery......the bookcover has a large color photo of an exquistely embroidered vase of Lotus, leaves and blossoms in a blue and white porcelain jar. The book is a paperback and not overly expensive for the amount of info covered...

Hey all, my name's Suzane, and I'm new to the group. (After that greeting, I can't help thinking of school days when the teacher comes in and says, "Hello, everyone, my name is Mrs. Smith," and all the students reply in ragged unison, "Hello, Mrs. Smith." haha) Although I may be new to this...

I am a vaguely new cross stitcher and am looking for a particular chart, the name of the chart is STAR MAN and it was designed by Joretta Beadle and Major Presentations published the work after it was adapted for cross stitch by Mary Frye. I found and advertisement for this chart in the back of a...

I'm in the summer doldrums and was thinking of a little stash enhancement to make me feel better :) Anyway, I considering the following: Long Dog - Plight of Fancy Long Dog - Rosmarkie Chatelaine Designs - Pompeji Anyone done any of these? How hard are they? On the Chatelaine, is it worth...

Hey All; I'm trying to find someone who may be able to sew days of the week on nylon panties. I seen them but can't find out anyone who can do it. And no, I don't sew. Thanks TB

I would like to frame a piece I did on silk gauze but I have no experience in doing this. Any help, suggestions or sites with information on the web would be appreciated. Mavia

Can anyone recommend a good table stand? I've seen ones that sit on the table and one that clamps to the table. Is one style better than another? Thanks kindly. Cheers, -- Laury Walkey (Miss) BC, Canada

HELP. I am looking for a sweater pattern with a moose on it. I recently lost out on a bid for a Mary Maxim #4022 mens sweater with a moose on the back of it. I would be willing to pay for one or possibly a copy. Can anyone help me?

Help! I lost my thread heaven! Does anyone know of a source in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area that carries it besides Stitchville way out in Minnetonka(I'm on the St. Paul side)? I'd rather not have to drive 45 minutes just to replace it, and I'm not too keen on paying more for shipping than...

I've not been looking at this group for very long, so I'm sorry that I haven't yet got a grip on who's who. But I just want to thank whoever it was mentioned the design "Flower Power". Having just completed the Serendipity Carolyn Meacham design "Harmony", I was scratching around looking for the...

That`s OK as long as they don`t bite it off, Vic! LOL! All the best for Thanksgiving everyone. Pat P -- Do not worry about tomorrow`s troubles. Today has enough troubles of it`s own. "animaux" wrote in message

The latest issue of Classic Stitches, issue 58, has a fascinating interview with Linn Skinner. All you ever wanted to know... and we even managed to get a photograph! There is some photography of some of her amazing work, too. Anyone interested in ordering a copy can find out more by emailing...

Since I am reading Unraveled Sleeve, I have an allergy question. I am allergic to nickel and most common needles are nickel plated. I have been using 'my favorite needle' for the past 10 or so years-mostly because I like the tiny needle for the way I hold the needle for stitching. It comes in...

Can anyone help one of our readers with information on how to do Blanket Stitch Star from Embroider Now by Hetsie van Wyk? Would I recognise it under another name? Liz http://www.classicstitches.com The magazine for stitchers worldwide