Tracy's Needlepoint Blog May 2008 Archive

My husband very rarely wears a tie. Even so, I joke with him every year asking what kind of neck tie he wants on Father's Day. It is tradition, ... Read More

"I got tired of using messy tape to made sure my canvas didn't unravel ..so I now use Elmer's white glue. Apply it along the edges with thumb and forefinger ... Read More

Do you have a needlepoint pattern or project that you would like to share with others? This is just the place! We only accept ORIGINAL patterns and ideas. Submitting your patterns is ... Read More

We've been introducing one cross stitch link a month. The About guide to cross stitch, Connie, has some great patterns. This month, I wanted to share her Pattern Tiles ... Read More

Subscribing is quick, easy, and FREE. You can't get much better than that! As a subscriber, you will get the latest needlepoint tips, patterns and reviews - ... Read More

All of us had to learn at some point. I first started needlepoint in middle school and by high school I had friends watching over my shoulder as I would ... Read More

I'm going to confess, I really used to enjoy scrapbooking. Both for enjoyment, and for the preservation of our family memories, I found it an important part of daily life ... Read More

This month, we're featuring: Racaire's Embroidery and Needlework You really must see Racaire's Embroidery and Needlework. This blog has some beautiful samples of her latest stitching projects Perhaps you would like ... Read More

I've always believed that you can tell much about someone just by the work that they produce. It won't take you long to figure out this designer is a ... Read More

The About.com needlepoint gallery is a great place to find photos of finished work by readers just like you. Whether looking for inspiration or just admiring, you are sure ... Read More

"My granddaughter came to spend a few weeks with me, and I decided to teach her to sew. After I had gone through a lengthy explanation of how to thread ... Read More

The MOM Zipper Pull is a very quick project! If your Mom carries a totebag, or goes to the gym, this would be a great gift. I'm going ... Read More

As I age, I have the hardest time threading needles. I try all sorts of tips and tricks, but seeing the eye of my needles seems to become more ... Read More

We love birthay celebrations in my home. Several years ago, I created a bright yellow tablecloth just for birthdays. Each year, on their birthdays, my children stamp (with ... Read More

We would love for you to join the needlepoint chat here at About.com! Have a question, or just looking for others who enjoy stitching, this is just the place for you. ... Read More