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Front Cover
TapisTree by Jo Hopper is a bold and brand new idea in needlepoint! These wonderful trees are elegant accessories with a flair and will enhance any setting as well as being fun to stitch. The article begins on page 7.

Back Cover
"Sampler Set" by Peg Dunayer is a complete collection of colorful stitching accessories. These versatile pieces will be great to stitch and to use while stitching, or for gift giving. The project and instructions begin on page 13.
Jennifer Ashley Taylor, our talented staff photographer, created and photographed our beautiful covers.
"Leaves" Mini Stocking
19
Pat Mazu's work has its own delicate charm and glows with the luster of silk threads. Stitch her new mini stocking to usher in the autumn season.
Mindy's Needlepoint Factory
22

What a fun adventure! Travel with Elizabeth Bozievich to visit this fully stocked needlepoint shop that buzzes with the glorious color of many threads, wonderful hand-painted canvases and an air of excitement.
A Bright Bargello Hello
28
What fun you will have creating these colorful little greeting cards that you have stitched yourself! Make them for every occasion to show your friends just how special they are to you. We feature several designs from talented Jan Sprague.
historic needlework
34
In this series of medieval and renaissance needlework, Robin Berry educates us on the techniques of ancient times. In this issue we continue with some of the history of Golden Medieval Glory, Part II, and Robin presents the first part of her metal thread sampler for your stitching pleasure.

WHAT'S

 INSIDE

Adventures in Embellishment
24

Tony Minieri continues his discussion of stitching doors. In this issue he discusses period doors from the Tudor and Jacobean Period (1485-1625).

From The Bookshelf
31

Suzanne Howren reviews Contemporary Whitework by Tracy A. Franklin and Nicola Jarvis and Embroidered Knot Gardens by Owen Davies and Gill Holdsworth.

Jody's Needlepoint Excitement
32

Jody Valentine continues her exciting account of working with your "stash" to create several different patterns and types of colorful, stitched rugs.
"Amy"able Advice for the Stitcher
36

Amy Bunger answers a subscriber's requrest to learn more about working with silk threads. She gives pertinent informatioin about how to handle silk, best method of stitching, what type of needles, etc. Don't miss this one!

The Stitching Fool
38
Ann Blalock takes us to a stitching journey and gives great advice on what to do when you find that you have the common ailment, "Stitcher's Block."

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