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Front Cover
Susan Hulme offers a different approach to a classic with her bold and beautiful Contemporary Bargello - photographed by Jennifer Taylor -- article on page 7.

Back Cover
Bert Kroening adapts stitches from Pieces of Eight to create unique ornaments. Photographed by Jennifer Taylor -- article on page 13.

I Love A Mystery

17

Nanette Costa's intriguing Mystery Sampler continues to be a winner! Enjoy the third installment of this exceedingly popular project.
Serendipity Sampler  21
We present the third and final installment of this delightful sampler for your stitching fun and completion of a beautiful design.
Art and Inspiration 24
Gail Sirna discusses multi-talented Judy Souliotis, her exceedingly fine needlework and sophisticated designs that reflect her love of Asian art.
Ornaments of the US 29
Pamela Harding's patriotic ornaments feature a corrected presentation of Delaware as well as new designs for Florida, Georgia and Hawaii.
Double Diamond Twirl 34
Theda Lafoon shares with us a cylinder shaped ornament, the innovative twirl. Enjoy the complete finishing instructions included with the article.
Noteworthy and New 11
In this market news column, Ann Caswell informs us about new threads from Cascade House, Custom House of Needle Arts and Needle Necessities.
Adventures in Embellishment 20
In this installment of our continuing feature that makes the painted canvas come to life, Tony Minieri discusses four variations of Victorian Step stitch.
From the Bookshelf 32
In this issue, book editor, Suzanne Howren, reviews the new book by Shay Pendray, The Needleworker's Companion and Crewel Embroidery by Sue Hawkins.
Jody's Needlepoint Excitement 37
This popular feature handles questions and problems from the classroom. This time Jody adds fantastic touches with beads
"Amy"able Advice to Stitchers 38
Amy Bunger continues her feature of helpful hints with suggestions for backgrounds. In this issue you will stitch the sky and begin to stitch your castle.

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