Follow the Thread Anyone who knows me thinks that I am all about colour. While I do love bright turquoises, fuschias and oranges (especially together!), I balance this visual riot in my artwork with softer, quieter more neutral colours. My … Continued
Is someone special in your life getting married? A daughter? A granddaughter? A friend? You could make their day special with the gift of this ribbon embroidered ring pillow designed by Marie Alton of Pickering, Ontario. If the wedding is … Continued
Underwater Treasures: Part 1 Our Mermaid Treasures bag is the first in a four part series of underwater theme sewing accessories. We would use our bag to hold embroidery or small sewing projects but it is perfect for everyday essentials … Continued
This Hardanger piece is finished with a lacy edge. This requires fabric threads to be removed to complete woven bars as necessary. The final row of lacy edge is completed with woven bars and buttonhole stitch in corners. Read more … Continued
Summer is a time of white fluffy clouds, flowers in every colour of the rainbow, the green of leaves and the sounds of birds and children’s laughter in a nearby park. We think of summer as fresh and happy. The … Continued
I’m a pretty avid sewer and embroiderer. I also smock, cross stitch, do whitework and design heirloom garments. There’s just one tiny fly in my ointment – many of my finest efforts are never worn at my house; they go … Continued
Back in 2009, I participated in a bookmark exchange with the online tatting group, In Tatters. I wanted to do something unique for my partner, so I looked through many books and patterns online and found an edging in the … Continued
Read more in our Spring 2015 issue. Designed by Cheryl Stranges Product & Event Specialist husqvarnaviking.com seecherylsew.blogspot.com
Sweethearts Welcome is a little piece to put on the door, in an entry area or on your kitchen wall to greet you first thing in the morning – wherever you’d like to see a warm welcome that will make … Continued
This sampler uses a variegated thread. You can decide to use the thread used to complete the sample or pick a variegated colour to match your decor. Each cross stitch must be completed individually. Read more in our Spring 2012 … Continued