• My Current Cross Stitch Project

    The design came from Donna-Koolers 555 Cross Stitch Sampler. I've chosen the flower design and have been posting my progress as I go. I started this in late March 2009.
  • This is the front cover of the book.

  • Picture of finished project...

  • Snapshots of my progress...

  • I ironed the fabric on this picture...

  • This is what I use to organize my floss.

  • My 4th cross stitch update...

Categories: Quilts, Goodnight Monkey

Free Kitchy / Retro Embroidery Designs

  If you like kitchy or retro designs the link to the free pattern library at www.needlecrafter.com. Whether you are making tea towels or quilting squares use these as a starting point for further creativity and design. You can change out the Days of… more »

Goodnight Monkey (sock monkey) Quilt Squares

 Are you starting to make Christmas Quilts for little ones who love Sock Monkeys?This is a great gift to make for little ones who love soft toys, blankets and monkeys!! more »

Nordic Needle Newsletter:vintage and antique embroidery pieces

The Nordic Needle Newsletter cam out with a great idea for vintage embroidery and fancy antique hankies. This lady who wrote in made butterflies on a white quilt. I love the butterfly idea!! more »