AS&E Issue 80

CURRENT

Inspirations Issue 54

Current Issue

*Immortelle: Superb crewel embroidered cushion

*My Fair Lady:Sumptuous special occassion bag.

*The Magic Carousel : Gorgeous soft ivory and pastel baby blanket .

*True Love: Charming and whimsical thread painted pictures.

*Affair of the Heart: Exquisite whitework sachet .

*Basket of Hugs: Lifelike stumpwork and beautiful cross stitch on Nantucket baskets.

*Mignonette: Delightful little scissor fob..

*The Butterfly Collection: Gorgeous stumpwork paperweight, trinket box and tiny pots

Creative Needle Magazine

May/June 2007

*Heirloom Legacy:"A little girl and her dog are ready to play, anticipating the long summer days ahead. Add a touch of old-fashioned embroidery to a white dress trimmed with red gingham for a feel of yesteryear.

*NEW! Building Basic Sewing Skills: Introduce a friend to the world of sewing or explore these basics on your own as a refresherer course in Creative Needle's NEWEST series. Each issue features a garment and studies the stitching techniques needed to complete that garment. You asked and we listened....this series-ideal for beginners-focuses on fabric preparation, pattern alterations, and clipping curves.

*Smock Plate: Pink and white confection by Linda RIchards features a jewel of a smock plate. "Tiffany" spotlights pink bullion daisies dotted with pearls.

*A basic guide to color & embroidery: Trudy Horne offers complete instruction for achieving a perfect narrow hem. A smocked insert is featured on her newest pattern "Mary Jane Jumper" available soon.

*Sewing for Baby: Add interest and dimension to a simple dress with bias ruffles. Ruth Kenney provides guidance for adapting a classic A-line design to create a timeless look