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Front Cover
Merry Christmas, Alexandra by Joan Thomasson is an incredibly beautiful way to begin the holiday season. Enjoy stitching this Faberg inspired creation as it is shown or just work your favorite egg for an ornament.The article begins on page 7.		 Back Cover
Hanukah Menorah by Gail Stafford is a majestic symbol of the Jewish faith. The menorah holds nine beautifully stitched candles and they are shown lit for the 8-day celebration. The project and instructions begin on page 13.
Jennifer Ashley Taylor, our talented staff photographer, created and photographed our beautiful covers.
Pocket Full Of Stitches
17
Nancy Harmon and Rhea Irish are so enthusiastic about the stitchers' dream they have created in west Texas. Read about this fun place that is stocked full of wonderful "goodies" for stitching.
Needleweaving Flower Scissors Case
19

This charming project by Donna DiMarco features a raised needlewoven flower. It will be great fun to stitch for yourself and impress your stitching friends. Or, imagine the joy this colorful case would bring to the recipient of such a gift during the holidays!
Finishing Challenge
22
How exciting to see what creative ideas can be put into action to complete your stitchery projects. Elizabeth Bozievich issued the "finishing challenge" to Cindy Humbard, owner of Needlepoint Plus.
The 9-11 Remembrance Pin
28
Michael Boren, a former Chief Administrative Officer for a Congressional Committee, well remembers the events of September 11, 2001. He has created a memorial to the victims of that tragic day with this patriotic piece of stitchery that can be finished in many ways.
A Sisters' Stitcharama
33
Sisters Joanne Enemark and Susan Rossi came up with a fun idea based on friendship quilts. Get inspired!

WHAT'S

 INSIDE

from the bookshelf
31

Suzanne Howren reviews In Praise of the Needlewoman - Emboiderers, Knitters, Lacemakers and Weavers in Art by Gail Carolyn Sirna with a forward by Shay Pendray. She also reviews A-Z of Bead Embroidery by Country Bunpkin Publications.

jody's needlepoint excitement
32

Jody Valentine takes time in this issue to answer some of the many questions from our readers. She discusses left-handed needlepoint as well as using unlikely fibers in your work.

"Amy"able Advice for the Stitcher
36

Amy Bunger presents her feature in this issue on an intriguing title "The Power of One" where she discusses how to achieve sparse coverage for certain needlework techniques.

The Stitching Fool
38

Our loveable "fool" is at it again! In this issue she relates your wish list of things you would like for Christmas as well as sharing her own plans for this glorious holiday season.

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