Front
Cover
Early Spring by Debbie Stiehler is a beauty stitched with
colorful threads in classic needlepoint stitches. This is the
mate to her Spring Pansies which graced the March/April '04
cover. Article and instructions begin on page 7. |
Back Cover
Pulled Thread Butterflies on Canvas is a
lovely, lacy technique of open work on linen canvas. A new
contributor, Barbara Ewbank, designed this beautiful piece. The
project and instructions begin on page 13. |
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Jennifer Ashley Taylor,
our talented staff photographer, created and photographed
our beautiful covers. |
helping hands
for humanity
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Read about three wonderful shops and the unselfish
volunteers who staff them and all for charity! Sign of
the Arrow (shown above) in St. Louis, The West in
Tucson, in center, and Family Arts Needlework Shop, Inc.
(at bottom) in Phoenix. |
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Black Tie
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| Enjoy the third and final installment of Marnie
Ritter's sophisticated evening handbag. In this issue we
complete the lovely patterns for side 2. |
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gingham frog and calico caterpillar
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You are sure to enjoy this whimsical pair! This is another fun
project from the talented Liz Morrow. Work the little critters
on #18 or #14 canvas and delight a child (or a fun-loving
adult!) |
historic
needlework
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 In this series of medieval and renaissance needlework, Robin
Berry educates us on the techniques of ancient times. In this
issue we start with some of the history of of Golden Medieval
Glory, Part I ; Underside Couched Gold. Part II will introduce
the project that will accompany the article. |
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adventures in embellishment
24 |
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Tony Minieri continues his discussion of stitching windows with
creative and unique suggestions for window casing, window frames
and window sills. |
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jody's needlepoint excitement
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Jody Valentine shares an exciting, "dancing," idea from a
reader in Grand Rapids, MI. Read about this energetic stitcher,
her daughter, the dancer, and the creative shop owner, Val, who
worked together to create a lasting legacy in needlepoint. |
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From
the bookshelf
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Suzanne Howren reviews The Bead Directory by Elise Mann. The
book is an excellent compilation of information on more than 600
different contemporary beads. |
"Amy"able
Advice for the Stitcher
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Amy Bunger goes back to basics in her popular column and takes a
new look at some "old favorites" and comes up with exciting
new ideas. |
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The
Stitching Fool
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Ann Blalock tells us about more escapades from the stitching
fool...
in this issue we learn about
"the stresses of stitching." |
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