Just released as a Kit.
$360 ( approx. US$250)
Delicate silk ribbon Fuchsias dance on a soft delicate needlepoint background.
The soft subtle tones of the threads selected to create the needlepoint are an artist interpretation of ‘old wobbly glass’ of historic Glass Houses. I deliberately selected fine threads so that some of the white canvas would show through.
Fuchsias are wonderful to create with 13mm silk ribbon.
Kerrilyn at A Stitch in Time, Sandy Bay has asked me to teach an embroidery stitch class.
We will work from the book, A-Z of Embroidery Stitches with a range of threads, stranded cotton (floss) perle cotton and Gumnut Yarns Poppies and Buds.
The concept of this class is that you write the name of the stitch and the type of thread and number of strands you stitch with, giving you an instant reference.
Some of the rows I have not completed so that you also have a reference to the format of creating the stitch.
For more information and to book visit: https://astitchintime.net.au/products/embroidery-stitches-class-2022?_pos=4&_sid=47f9c00be&_ss=r
Sometimes it’s really nice to have an easy design to stitch, where you do not have to watch the chart all the time. Once you start to stitch a ‘square’ of stitches you can relax and enjoy the rhythm of the stitch.
Commence stitching in the centre of the canvas, building on bright classical ‘squares’ of classical needlepoint stitches. Textured French Knots and beads allow the stitcher to add their own personality to this project.
Alison is available in four colourways.
ANG Correspondence Course: Registration now open
For more information see our Workshops page or visit https://www.needlepoint.org/page/CorrespondenceCoursesHome
Design Size: 27cm x 14 cm
The church is the Catholic Church which is at the main intersection of Westbury.
The pink crop on the right-hand side is a paddock of opium Poppies. Tasmania produces the majority of the world’s clean opioids. Westbury was the centre for the development of this crop in Tasmania with the first factory built at Westbury.
The district around Westbury is frequently refed to as a ‘little England’ with mixed farming and hawthorn hedges along the roads and paddocks – The Hawthorn Hedge is represented just below the Catholic Church.
Jock’s mum Sharon loves pink, so the flowers are in tones of pink. Sharon is the main scorer for the Westbury team so I have her in a pink strapless dress in the middle of the marquee.
Hours of Stitching: approx. 60 hours
Cost: $3,800 non-refundable deposit $500
What are set in commission pieces – stitches and colours
What can be changed
Does the child enjoy making and creating?
Brilliant for eye hand co-ordination!
Does your child enjoy quiet time?
Would your child benefit from some quiet time when they are creating a special item?
This stitching technique is very flexible, creative, practical and long lasting.
I have used items for years, eg little shoulder purses, decorative addition to tote bags, cover for phone.
Glue a piece of work onto the front cover of a book, decorate a pencil case or a magazine holder …… the ideas are endless
It is a complete kit which includes: Canvas, Gumnut Yarn Poppies, silk ribbon, instructions printed in colour, videos on USB of how to stitch the Peony’s, toy filling (stuffing)
It has 3 colour options:Peony Pink, Lilac and Peacock
Peggy was set into this bag ‘on point’. I can assure you it is work with the canvas horizontally.
Registration Opens: Now Open
Registration Closes: 12th July 2020
Kits posted: 14th August 2020
To see more details or book in for this class – CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Follow Merrilyn’s instagram where she is showing you a new needlepoint stitch each day. Stitches are selected for beginners.
Follow Merrilyn at: https://www.instagram.com/4merrilynsstitches/
Looking for a new challenge – something other than cross stitch?
Do you like to enjoy a Mystery Project?
Have you had ‘pet’ Hens?
If you have you will know they have a wonderful and different personality, join with me in the delight of stitching ‘Chooks with Personality.’ ( in Australia we call Hens ……. Chooks)
This is a six-week class. For the 1st class, you will receive the fabric, threads, buttons, beads, needles and printed notes on how to prepare the book.
For class 2 to 6, you will be sent the notes via pdf over 6 weeks.
In this class, you will be able to choose from a Linen 7 or a Linen 10 option.
About My Stitched Books.
In 1999 I created and stitched my first frayed edged stitched book.
I thought it would be great for a class, but there was no interest.
In 2019 the original book was in a tote bag I had taken to my Saturday class when it was ‘spotted’ by a student – immediately there was interest in the stitched book – ‘we want to stitch this book’ they all said
I have now been stitched and created various books with a range of techniques including these Chook Books.
I’m still working on my two books, we will walk along the pathway of stitching together as you create your book.
In preparation for your class I stitched a mini version, which is photographed above.
EGA – Studio Online Course
Hidden Trellises will be available from now to 1st October 2020
This Course is only available to EGA members.
For more information and to register visit the https://egausa.org/
For those attending the EGA Seminar the tote bag will be on display.
The course is a ‘work at your own pace – class’, as an individual or as a chapter/regional group.
You have numerous options as to what supplies you purchase for this project, it’s actually ideal for using up some of your stash, therefore making it your own individual piece.
