New Stitch Monday – Alternating Cross & Mosaic

I found this stitch while I was working on the Needle Deeva Patriotic Heart & Flag Club.  What I find really amazing is how you find a stitch in one book and while you are looking through other books you find the same stitch but with a different name.   I guess whoever is writing their book they name it how they see the stitch.  I just called it Alternating Cross & Mosaic.  There are several different threads that you can use for this stitch depending on what you are looking for.  On the flag I used 4 strands of Splendor for both the cross stitches and the mosaic stitches.  To jazz it up you can do a solid thread for one of the stitches and then add a coordinating Neon Rays, Neon Rays Plus or any other metallic thread if you are looking for some sparkle.  I think this stitch can be used just about anywhere on you canvas.  Give it a try.

Happy Stitching – Stephanie

Just a reminder the shop will be closed until Monday, August 3.  It’s vacation time!

Vanessa stitched this adorable circus set prior to her passing. We wanted to share the finished pieces with you.

Summer is officially here and what better way to enjoy these hot days is to have a nice slice of ice cold watermelon.  While you are enjoying your snack why not stitch this fun watermelon canvas by Pippin.  Once you are finished stitching this have it placed on a tote for you to enjoy next summer or have it made into a pillow for display during the summer months.  The canvas was $153 and is now on sale for $123 (threads not included).  If you would like us to kit your new project we will give you 10% off of the threads.  Give the shop a call today so you can pick it up before we close for vacation.

I just started working on a Strictly Christmas stocking cuff for my son in law and I had great plans of sharing 2 new stitches with you.  I wanted one for the top that would give a snow like look and one for the bottom that would also have a snowy look.  Unfortunately, that did now work out.  I must have tried 4 – 5 different stitches.  To say the least I am totally frustrated. So today I will share one of my all-time favorites of “keeping it simple stitches”.

The T-stitch is a great stitch to use just about anywhere.  I usually use it as a background stitch when I want the main theme of the canvas to pop & the background to be in the background.  If your sky background is light sky blue a great thread to use is Waterlilies “Ice” # 044.  It is an overdyed thread.  For 18 count canvases use 4 strands and for 13 count use 6 strands.  Where ever you choose to use this stitch I am sure you will be please.  Just remember to follow the pattern of how this stitch should be done.  You will notice a slight difference if you change the direction on the front of your canvas.

Give it a try.

Happy Stitching – Stephanie

Just a reminder.  In order for us to ensure (to the best of our ability) that your Christmas ornaments & stand-ups are finished in time for you to enjoy them this holiday season they must be brought to the shop by Thursday, July 16^th.    Please also remember that the shop will be closed for vacation from July 19^th through August 3^rd and will reopen on Tuesday, August 4^th.

Lots of great finishing to share!

Stitched by Arline

Stitched by Trish

Stitched by Stella

Stitched by Allie

Stitched by Rosemary

Stitched by Lisa

Stitched by Lisa

 

Stitched by Lisa

Stitched by Stephanie

Stitched by Cara

Stitched by Sandra

Stitched by Rosemary

Stitched by Catherine

Stitched by Bonnie

Stitched by Susan

Stitched by Katie

Stitched by Lori

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Jennifer

 

 

 

 

Start planning some of your stitching while we are on vacation.  We just received some great Cooper Oaks canvases.  Send us an e-mail or give us a call if something catches your eye!

Now that it is summer it’s time to start planning your stitching for the next season.  We have a really fun Staff Pick this week.   Basic stitches would be great for this canvas and by adding some beads and winter themed charms this will become a favorite family piece. You can finish this as a stand-up with an easel back or as a stand-up with embellishments on top.   As soon as the Winter Solstice comes bring it out!

The canvas is on sale for $148 (without threads) .   If you want us to kit it for you we will give you 10% off of the threads.

Have you picked your favorite Needle Crossings canvas yet?  Time is running out.  We will continue to host the Virtual Trunk Show through July 17^th.  We are offering 20% off of the canvases.  To view their full line of canvases go to http://www.needlecrossings.com.

Here’s a taste of some of their great canvases.