Transitions are a common occurrence in life that require movement from one state to another, sometimes abruptly, sometimes with planned steps. Often transitions demand a re-examination of self, our beliefs, renewed focus on the things that matter or ponderings such as the meaning of life, the life hereafter and so much more. Although transitions are […]
Have you ever wanted to learn to dye your own wool? It turns out that a simple walk through your own backyard garden or along a local trail could yield a wide range of natural colours for your crafting needs. And you may find that you could spend a lifetime exploring all the colour possibilities […]
Do you remember the world before the Internet? What did we do before screens, tablets and phones? I remember growing up with books instead of TVs and tablets; walking to the bookstore and stopping at the bakery to buy a pastry (or two); taking the train to go downtown which gave me time to daydream […]
In this final segment on the Beauty of Texture, two types of smocking are presented; both based on individual motifs as opposed to linear stitches or those for which the threads carry from one motif to the next. We start with Flower smocking which gives an all-over design of crisply pointed petals. But when the […]
Welcome to Part 2 of this elegant Pulled Thread Pastries Series. This series explores pulled thread embroidery using the basic little cushion samples to give you a good idea of what is required to accomplish each varied stitch. It also explores making a sampler which is limitless in its creative possibilities. Make it larger for […]
The idea of the stitched Pavouk came from the 3 dimensional straw ornament that’s very popular in Belarus. The word pavouk means ‘a spider’. Salamiany Pavouk, straw Pavouk, is one of the oldest Belarusan talismans. Because of its shape, it’s considered a sacred item, and the process used to craft it, is believed to repeat […]
Mug rugs do more than just protect your coffee table from drips and spills. They are an addition to your home décor that can change with the seasons and even according to your moods. I love playing with colour and design when stitching mug rugs. These 2 mug rugs are the same design with a […]
Since the theme for this issue is rainy days, I searched through my quotes collection until I found the perfect one – and this adorable duckling in his fun red boots fit the design to a T! A lovely over-dyed fabric added to the moody feel of the day – hope you enjoy stitching him […]
An easy-to-knit scarflette is the perfect rainy-day project. It can be easily started and finished in an afternoon. Cosy up on the couch, put on a favourite movie and by the time the credits roll, you will have a beautiful wardrobe accessory. The silk is soft to wear and its insulating properties will keep you […]
Each mitt is knit as a square from one corner to the opposite corner, with reverse stockinette stitch surrounding an embossed leaf in the lower half of the unit, a row of eyelets through the middle, and alternating stockinettestitch and reverse stockinette stitch ribbing above. The garter stitch rows feature a yarn over increase at […]