Raymond Crawford Virtual Trunk Show

Well so much for making plans back in December 2019.  Originally, we had planned for the Raymond Crawford Trunk Show to be in the shop this month and were anticipating a visit from Raymond.  The plans were to show off the Hanukkah & Christmas Exclusive canvases that we commissioned him to design for us.  Unfortunately, Covid 19 took over, the canvases and threads were all delayed.  But the happy news is that we will be hosting a virtual trunk show of all of his great canvases.  To view his full line, go to his website at http://www.raymondcrawford.com.  As soon as Raymond sends us pictures of what he has in stock we will post them.   Due to Covid 19 if you find something that you like on his website, we can order it for you.  There will be an 8 to 12 week wait time for canvases ordered. We are offering 20% off of all trunk show canvases.  Take a peek as we are sure there is something there for you.

Adrienne & Gretchen have stitched and wrote stitch guides for these finials and we are waiting for the finished pieces to come in. Great holiday decorations.  If you check the website Raymond also has Fall finials.  In September Raymond will be debuting  his Hanukkah finials.  So many to choose from!

Gretchen wrote a stitch guide for the New Jersey star.

Always popular – Larry the Turkey.  Stitch guide available.

We have several of theses exclusives in stock.  Call the shop for more information.

New Stitch Monday – Medallion Stitch

The Medallion stitch is a great stitch for a background if you are looking for something on the simpler side to stitch but gives you that decorative look at the same time.  Gretchen used it for the background of the USA canvas by Associated Talents.  She used a solid thread for the main part of the stitch and to give it a little sparkle added a metallic thread for the Upright Crosses in the center of each medallion.  I think this would be a great stitch to use just about anywhere on your canvas.  Give it a try.

Happy Stitching – Stephanie

Great finishing is coming in daily!

Stitched by Sherry

Stitched by Linda

Stitched by Caroline

Stitched by Leslie

Stitched by Tracey

Stitched by Adrienne

Stitched by Gretchen

Stitched by Catherine

Stitched by Linda

Stitched by Gretchen

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Kathleen

Stitched by Adrienne

Stitched by Jane

Stitched by Jane

Stitched by Nicky

 

 

 

 New Susan Roberts Canvases

We hope you all have been enjoying our new “normal” summer.  As our vacation winds down, we wanted to share some of the new Susan Roberts canvases that came in right before we left.  Lots of great canvases!  Send us an email or give us a call on Tuesday, August 4^th and let us know which canvas you would like.

 Wednesday Staff Picks -Patti Mann – Summer Houses

I know what you are thinking, if we are on vacation why are we still posting on the blog and sending e-mails.  Well the answer is we never stop looking for great needlepoint canvases especially if they are on sale.  Today’s “Staff Pick” is this colorful Beach House canvas by Patti Mann.   So many stripes you say, well a great book to have for this canvas is “Desert Island Stitches – Take Along Idea Books for Painted Canvas Embellishments”.  It’s a great book to have especially if you have lots of stripes.  Let us know if you would like a copy of the book.  The canvas was originally priced at $363 and is now on sale for $291 (not including threads).  If you would like us to kit it for you, we will give you 10% off of the threads.  Send us an email and we will get back to you when the shop reopens on August 4^th.

New Stitch Monday – Alternating Cross & Upright Cross Stitch

The Alternating Cross & Upright Cross stitch is another stitch that I found when I was working on the Needle Deeva Flag canvas.   I used this stitch for the white stripes.  I was looking for an easy stitch that would work well with the Alternating Cross & Mosaic stitch that I wrote about last week.  Here again I used 4 strands of Splendor for both stitches.  This stitch can also be jazzed up by adding a coordinating metallic thread or one that is a shade darker or lighter.   Give it a try.

Happy Stitching – Stephanie

We are still enjoying our vacation time.  Hope you are all enjoying your summers so far.  The shop will reopen on Tuesday, August 4^th.

Catching up on sharing  finishing that came in during the time the shop was closed.

Stitched by Ellen

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Dawn

Stitched by Emily

Stitched by Estelle

Stitched by Helen

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Donna

Stitched by Theresa

Stitched by Lucy

Stitched by Linda

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Ginna

Stitched by Margaret

Stitched by Sherry

Stitched by Sherry

 

 

 

 

Cute stuff this week!

Stitched by Sandra

Stitched by Dawn

Stitched by Sherry

Stitched by Kappy

Stitched by Susan

Stitched by Allie

Stitched by Ginna

Stitched by Lonnie

Stitched by Catherine

Stitched by Barbara

Stitched by Robyn

Stitched by Susan

Stitched by Susan

Stitched by Susan

Stitched by Emily

Stitched by Lori

Stitched by Victoria

Stitched by Kappy

Stitched by Bette

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Lori

Stitched by Sally

Stitched by Marilyn

Stitched by Jennifer

Stitched by Nancy

 

 

 

 

Now that things are getting back to a new normal, we are happy to let you know that we have 3 (18 count) Raymond Crawford Exclusive Christmas canvases in stock.

Here is the information:

The canvas measure 9 ½ by 9 ½ on 18 count canvas.  There is a lot of finishing potential.  Some of the ideas are to have it finished and placed in a Lucite or Sudberry tray, finish as a pillow, standup or a hanging banner.

Stephanie designed the stitch guide.  The cost of the canvas is $120 plus shipping and the price of the thread kit is $210.  There is no charge for the stitch guide if you purchase the canvas and threads.  If you choose to purchase the stitch guide the cost is $30.

To reserve your canvas please send an email to stitches@ridgewoodneedlepoint.com and we will get back to you after we get back from vacation.

Here is the piece finished as a wall hanging stitched by Stephanie.