Southern Living has a great article on a trend you may have noticed — needlepoint pillows adorned with cheeky sayings. While the article puts the emphasis on ready-made pillows, we know that there are tons of great pillows out there with cheeky sayings that you can stitch and finish into pillows. Read it here: https://www.southernliving.com/home/needlepoint-pillows-are-trending
Needlepoint in Paradise (975 Imperial Golf Course Blvd., Unit 118) in Naples has classes with Paula Schmidt in October. October 18-20 she will be teaching Alice Peterson’s Chinese Lanterns. On October 21-23 she will be teaching canvas embellishment. Call the shop to learn more: (239) 591-0654
Colour Complements delightful series of charted owl projects. What a Hoot!, is available once again. Each kit includes threads, eyes, beak and pattern. They are exclusive to the company. Order them here: https://colourcomplements.com/product-category/what-a-hoot-kits-colour-complements
Martha Stewart’s site has an article about the four questions to ask before buying a needlepoint canvas. It contains great advice from Jessica of Lycette. Read it here: https://www.marthastewart.com/8246614/4-ways-to-determine-the-right-needlepoint-canvas-for-your-next-project
The Needlepoint Clubhouse (11208 Manchester Road) has a new club featuring ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas” in conjunction with Jinny Barney McAuliffe beginning in September. There are eight ornaments in the club. “Each month, 2 kitted canvases along with a few sugar plums will arrive in your home. The final installment will mail out in […]
Absolutely Needlepoint (7117 Miami Avenue) has beginning needlepoint classes every Monday from 9:30 to 11. Up to three students can attend each class, taught by Lisa Hawkins. private instruction is available by appointment on Monday afternoons. Call the shop to sign up: 513-561-7999
