Embroidery News, Updates and Musings
Home » Blog

A ‘Gothic Inspired’ Metal work flower
This past month’s ‘creative textile play’ had the theme of ‘gothic’. And whilst my original ideas ‘didn’t work’, I am pleased with my ‘gothic inspired’ flower!

Embroidery for beginners – Five items beyond the basics for your bag
In this new series of posts for beginners, we take a look at what things you may find useful to keep in your bag. You may be surprised!

Nicola Jarvis’ Bluebird – Part 1
Last year, I decided it was time to finally finish the Nicola Jarvis crewelwork birds I had. And here is her Bluebird! Today, we will have a look at a few of the sections, and just how many colours were used in her bluebird!

Anne’s Orchard Clutch – and almost halfway!
Things are still moving slowly on my ‘Anne’s Orchard clutch’. But the halfway point is fast approaching – I just need to work out how to stitch one part!

‘Inspired by Anne’ – A somewhat ‘failed’ design!
I had high hopes for this design, but unfortunately, it was one that I could just not ‘get right’! Still, it was enjoyable to work on, and I did learn a few things!

Location, location, location…
Earlier this year, it was time for us to pack up our home again and move. And after settling in, it is nice to see how my creativity has returned!