I am often asked how long I have been sewing and the answer is simple – over 50 years. My earliest memories of sewing take me back to my mother, how she sewed, altered and mended clothes for her 7 children. Let’s not forget the other chores such as washing in a ringer washer at […]
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 poor. Instead of portraying her in her everyday clothes, I decided to portray her in […]
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! Santa Claus is coming to town. Read more in our Summer 2014 issue. Designed by […]
This design was inspired by a number of things: my discussions with Carla, a pile of junk at a charity auction, the model stitcher thinking a cat would be a cool addition, and my husband’s suggestion for more colour. It all came together in Gone Stitchin’, of which I’m justifiably proud of – hope you […]
Try your hand at bargello quilting, it’s easier than you think, when you follow the step by step diagrams and instructions. Read more in our Summer 2014 issue. Designed by Jennifer Houlden Quilts by Jen www.quiltsbyjen.ca Quilts by Jen has many great free tutorials that will help with the picking of fabrics, value of fabrics, […]
You have got to make this table top for the summertime! It’s splishy splashy and so well designed with buttonhole edges for the droplet appliques. Read more in our Summer 2014 issue. Designed by Christine Baker Fairfield Road Designs P.O. Box 24, Brockville, Ontario K6V 5T7 [email protected] www.FairfieldRoadDesigns.com christinebaker-fairfieldroaddesigns.blogspot.ca www.facebook.com/FairfieldRoadDesigns
I fell in love with punchneedle embroidery the first time I saw it! Punchneedle embroidery, also known and Needle-punch embroidery is a fast, fun and extremely portable technique and best of all it is very easy to learn. It only involves one stitch which you work from the back of the piece with your fabric […]
Edward Lear (May 12, 1812 – January 29, 1888) was a British author and illustrator whose book of nonsense rhymes delighted children for generations. His poem, the Owl and the Pussycat tells the story of two species crossed sweethearts who escape convention and find happiness after a sea long voyage. Since it was first published […]
Artist’s Profile – Diane Ayles On a winter’s day, in the northern forest, one can hear the call and soft chatter of the Grey Jay. Composing My Feathered Friend on linen, with a special blend of hand dyed and cut woolen fabric, was a direct call and my response to nature. Exploring and going beneath […]