Mardi Gras Jester
During the summer of 2010, my wife and I took a driving trip to New Orleans. Staying in the French Quarter at the corner of Canal and Bourbon, we had a wonderful taste of New Orleans sites, sounds, and smells. … Continued
Grandfather Frost
Grandfather Frost is not really a ‘Santa’. In Belarusan culture his name is Ded Maroz, which means ‘grandpa frost’ or ‘elder frost’. He lives somewhere far in the northern forest and his job is to ‘make’ winter. He has a … Continued
God’s Garden
Designer Jo Gatenby loves to collect sayings – and they often inspire designs such as this one! One of the first homes Jo and her husband Bill owned had a row of holly hocks along the back wall, which bloomed … Continued
Best Witches
Jo says this is probably one of the most challenging pieces she’s ever created, because the 3D image on the fabric became part of the design process. Fortunately for you, she’s done all the hard work, figuring out how to … Continued
Maple Glory Needlework Set
Autumn is a time for us to reflect over the year thus far and to be thankful for our blessings. It’s also a time to complete tasks unfinished and prepare for the winter months ahead. I’m thankful for my children, … Continued
Laura Secord
Laura was a Canadian heroine of the War of 1812. She is known for warning British forces of an impending attack that led to the British victory at the Battle of Beaver Dams. Laura and her husband, James, were very … Continued
I Love Frogs
Designer Jo Gatenby has been amazed, over the years, by the things people collect! Turtles, unicorns, dragonflies…and yes, frogs! So there may be more charts like this one coming in the future, because once she does something for one group … Continued
Summer Fling Table Topper
What better way to celebrate summer than with colourful flowers! Stitch these flowers on your favourite piece of linen or evenweave to become a sensational tablecloth. This is the fourth of the seasonal table toppers designed for ANPTmag by Joanne … Continued
Summer Santa
The second in a series of 4 seasonal santas, Summer Santa is resting up. Shhhhh. Read more in our Summer 2013 issue. Designed by Maria E. Gollek www.marnicdesigns.com Aspiring to inspire before I expire
Checking it Twice!
Santa works behind the scenes all year long, but it’s in the fall that he buckles down on his list! You better watch out, you better not cry, ‘cause Santa is making his list and checking it twice. Oh yeah! … Continued