Hi everyone! Well, now I have some experience of Aida. And let me tell you...it is easy to stitch. I can see the holes, and the yarn I chose....I must keep an eye on it to keep it straight so it won't make mess to the back of the work. But other than that...I think I like that Aida thing now. I...

I got to spend the morning with Cheryl. We enjoyed tea and muffins and shared our latest needlework ventures. (I have currently suspended my needlework to finish two scarves for DD's college buddies). I brought over a victorian button bracelet from my mother's collection and some angora thread that...

From: Deb Milner ..... Will keep all posted, and once I've finished, who's next? HMMM -- I don't have anything written down in my notes about who wants to stitch after Deb. First come, first served so if you want to be next, you better holler loud and clear :-))! Post...

In preparation for 'regular' embroidering, I've been digitally playing around with the Queen of the Classroom chart that I bought recently but have come to the conclusion that I really don't like the little queen figure. You can see a picture...

The site I found them at! http://www.crazyforcrossstitch.com/whats_inside/free_patterns/jan_2003.html

Found this while surfing the net for new stitching sites .... I don't need any more stash at the moment, but if I can be an enabler to someone else, read on .... ( disclaimer - the site does _not_ list a closing date for the sale to stop so I do not know if it may already have ended ) Dear...

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I believe it's Tia Mary who had the stroke of genius. I'm working something 28-count over 1, and there are a few spots where the backstitching is necessary. Luckily, I recalled that someone had suggested regular black sewing thread in this situation, which is working beautifully to outline...

Are there any cross stitchers in Coral Springs, Florida, who would be interested in getting together for group stitching? I've recently moved here and am not finding much interest in cross stitch at all. Even if you aren't interested in group stitching, please let me know you're here! Lonely in...

I have completed another miniature pattern, and posted it on my web site. www.ncf.ca/~bf906. This time it is one of my maidens; a Vargas Girl. What I found interesting about this one, is that it did not seem to me to be as "good" as the other two; whatever "good" means. I tried other sizes, up...

I have some listings ending soon, starting at just $0.50! Please take a look, and remember to check out all listings! I will combine auctions to save on shipping costs. Thanks! Greta Spring Spring's Bead Supply eBay.com Seller List: springsbeadsupply

Here's the recipe. Tia Mary, your daughter's suggestion won't work for this. Ask her if she can figure this one out. At the front of the book are loads of pictures which describe the process. I just can't make it work. 1 cup brown sugar; 3 Tablespoons cold water. To make the glaze, place the...

Hi ladies and gents! Have not been here for a while. Must ask anyway...you may know. I have...this cushion thing to stitch. It is Aida, and pre-printed. What's the worry then, you ask. Well, I let you know. I do not know...the gauge, as we'd say it in RCTY. And that brings me another worry. What...

I plead guilty to stocking up on threads, kits, charts and patterns. One of my closets was so full of frames purchased just in case they'd work with something that it was hazardous to open the door. So, I decided to return any frame that (a) I didn't much care for in the first place but bought...

I have the most beautiful Noah's Ark Sampler kit which includes linen in my stash. I bought this kit several years ago from QVC. However, they don't stock this anymore. The designer calls themselves "Words of Praise" where they have incorporated the appeal of an antique sampler with a spiritual...

I'm trying to help a gal figure this out. Anyone have an answer? Hi,I am a beginning needlepoint(er)? and am at a very tricky point in a Beth Russell kit.This is the Jasmine Kit if you are familiar with her gorgeous designs. How do you sew the curvy lines? Thanks for any help to make this easier....

Greetings, Are you one of those hobbyists who own an embroidery machine at home? Or the one who wants to start home business of Custom Embroidery ? You could also be one of those busy individuals who simply do not have time to digitize your designs. Is unhappy using other people's creations?

Diane, I think it was you who said you were looking for Coton a Broder in sizes 12 and 16 in color last week? Well, I just got a catalog from Mace and Nairn in the UK that said they stock the full line of colors in size 16. (Not size 25, though, which is what I was looking for!) £0.70 per skein,...

I am in the midst of my first blackwork piece. It is a Victorian era double story terrace house. I have already found 2 mistakes on the pattern ( from looking at the completed picture piece on the front cover ). In one case, I found it as I was getting ready to stitch it. In the other, I had to...

Am I the only stitcher totally disheartened with attending shows by the small minority of people who think barging everybody aside with all the skills employed on the rugby field is acceptable behaviour! I've just about survived Stitch 2004 at London Olympia today but my main memory is of the bad...