These days my inbox is full of notices from shops about their summer schedules. Most of the time shops are closed an additional day each week, but some shops have extended evening hours during the summer. Some shops are closed a specific time for vacation, not just for individual summer holidays. Many designers and manufacturers […]
Sekas has introduced a line of gift card holder kits. They contain perforated paper, floss, graphs, and finishing directions. Each kit features 3 designs with materials to stitch all three Gift Card Holders as shown in the package photo. These Gift Card Holders can also be used for cash, checks, small lollipops, or small candy […]
Sandra Arthur hjas a clever way to use needlepoint to spiff up the popular SwitchFlops sandals — needlepoint straps. There are designs both with and without stitch guides in a wide variety of styles. See them here: http://duodesignsinc.com/wpsite/flipswap-needlepoint-sandals
You’ll be loving these six darling angel candy canes from Danji in Pocket Full of Stitches’ newest club. The Lubbock shop’s club, Sweet Little Angels starts in June. See all the canvases here: http://pocketfullofstitches.blogspot.com/2016/05/sweet-little-angels.html
Jo Mason, founder of Dinky Dyes, still loves to try out color combinations in silk. She’s opened an Etsy shop to show off her work and has a new monthly club for folks who love her silk. The Silk of the Month club has 3 skeins of silk per month. Each skein will be 10 […]
Sign of the Arrow’s annual limited edition ornament for 2016 features a modern take on the Christmas tree. The triangular patches feature different stitches and colors. It is available in either a charted version or with a painted canvas both options include all the threads needed and a stitch guide with clear, concise instructions. Find […]
Blue Dogwood Designs has created a special series of ornaments that have plenty of space to show off stitches and embellishments. The set has silver and gold plus your choice of red, green, or blue. Stitch guides and bead packs are included when you buy the set. Tamara Wilson of TJ Finishing is offering a […]
Coloris is DMC’s newest addition to their line of flosses. These all-cotton embroidery flosses have four DMC colors in them. The thread has been available in Europe but is now also available in the US. The colors change about every 2 inches, making them ideal for projects where you want lots of variation. This is […]
