Ellen Johnson
Ribbon Work for Needlepoint
Ribbon work (aka silk ribbon embroidery) is a terrific way to jazz up your needlepoint projects – especially if your canvas features flowers! A lot of the stitches used in ribbon work are actually free-style surface embroidery stitches. That means if you know how to do some embroidery stitches – like French knots and lazy … Read more
Read MoreAll About The Algerian Eye Stitch
When the heat and humidity of summertime hits Alabama, it’s time to bring out the lightweight and lacy clothes… anything to help ward off the effects of the rising temperatures. 😉 And so, I thought we’d carry that over to this week’s blog post and spend some time chatting about a lacy stitch – the … Read more
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Cleaning Needlepoint – Part 2
From pillows and stand ups to holiday ornaments and Christmas stockings, your needlepoint treasures add your unique personal touch to your home and family celebrations. And like all pieces of art, they require special care. As delicate fabric crafts, they’re especially susceptible to dust, dirt, and general wear-and-tear. That means a regular cleaning routine is … Read more
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