Free Demonstration this Saturday

This Saturday, Dec 11, at 11 am, I will be demonstrating how to do Red work. There are copies of this Fall's Annual red work ornament pattern and kits available too. If you haven't done it, or at least not in a long time, Red work is based on the stem stitch - one of the most versatile hand embroidery stitches out there. Traditionally done in -- you guessed it, red, modern red work designs can be done in any color. The ornament can be done quickly, totally be hand, and is portable enough to carry in your purse while in progress. You could still make several for this holiday season. I will demo penny rugs on the 18th, and give you more information on that in next weeks post. These demos are a small way to say thank you for being my customers and friends.

The photo is the new block of the month for 2011. ( hanging where those shelves used to be behind the register ) It has lots of flower power, and can use a variety of techniques. ( You can choose your favorite or try them all ) The border fabric was hand painted, and yes I will show you how in February, the hardest part is waiting for it to dry!!! I know I am talking about this project alot, but I am so excited by the nearly endless possibilities that I just can't stop. I even had my daughter use the same templates to cut out paper snowflakes for the front windows!! Please sign up so I can make preparations for the correct numbers of kits. After last years truly intense project this one is very light hearted and easygoing.

This Tuesday is handstitchers club. We will continue working on the Texas Star, but in response to discussions from last months meeting, I will bring samples of hand made laces that I have worked. From needle lace, to bobbin lace and tatting, it is all in my lace notebook, and if the spirit moves us we can even try out a few techniques in the coming months. At least you will have a grounding in the various structures that distinguish hand from machine made laces. Should be an interesting discussion, feel free to join us just to listen if the subject intrigues you. We meet Tuesday, Dec 7, 10-12, $10.00

Lastly, but not least, the new threads are in. Wonderfil is Wonderful!! To get you excited, this weekend, the Rayon Theme packs are 10% off. These rayon threads are in coordinated packs of 10 spools and are just delicious. They look great under the tree or poking out of a stocking. I don't know too may stitchers who wouldn't be thrilled to get a box of beautiful colors, they're a great holiday treat that wont go to your hips, and still make your mouth water. They handle wonderfully and would be great to add a bit of shimmer to just about any project. Come on in to check them out, or see them at handstitchers, or at the Demo!! See you soon.