Ellen Johnson
Dyeing To Know How Threads Get Their Color?
If you’re at all like me, one of your favorite things about needlepoint is all of those gorgeous threads. You probably don’t think much about how your needlepoint threads got to be the colors they are, though, do you? I didn’t either, when I first began stitching. 😉 I believe that there’s great value in … Read more
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All About Pepper Pot Silk Thread
I’ve long been a fan of Pepper Pot Silk. It’s a luscious single strand spun silk thread from Planet Earth Fiber. (That means it’s not divisible!) It’s made from Chinese silk. It comes in a skein and there are 30 yards/27.4 meters in each skein. Here’s a picture of it for you… It’s available … Read more
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Decorative Stitch Deep Dive: All About The Woven Plait Stitch
A-tisket, a-tasket, a green and yellow basket… who’s ready for spring? I sure am! Here in Alabama, the azaleas are blooming and the trees are beginning to sprout new leaves. Inspired by the season, I have the perfect stitch to help us celebrate spring: the woven plait stitch! Before we dive into … Read more
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