Apologies for the abrupt ending of this series. I had some really good ideas for the rest of the alphabet - but sadly health issues meant the challenge had to end. I'll post the rest of the alphabet as separate posts during the forthcoming weeks. In the meantime - very slowly - I have been… Continue reading Blogging from A-Z April Challenge
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Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – G is for
Grids I find grids very useful. Squared paper is easy to obtain, but better still - the grid you draw. Measuring isn't obligatory - and I often start by drawing a rough grid by 'eye' in my journal. Are you a quilter? Quite an interesting way of developing your own personal quilting pattern is to… Continue reading Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – G is for
Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – F is for..
French Knots There are many embroidery stitches - but one of my favourites is French Knots. There is nothing better for creating texture. The secret to a perfect French Knot is twofold. Firstly NEVER wind the thread around the needle - manipulate the needle around the thread whilst holding the loose thread fairly taut. Secondly… Continue reading Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – F is for..
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Collage I enjoy working with paper. It began as a design tool for textiles - but after discovering that it was also a useful base for stitch it has more and more become an integrated part of my work. Paper is so readily available! It doesn't need to be expensive. The cover of this book… Continue reading Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – C is for..
Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – B is for..
Books Yesterday I told you about my practice of creating something each day. Sometimes these are tiny creations and may become part of a little collection. The ideal way to display (or keep them on one place 😉 ) is to often include them in a little handmade book. Little books with pockets are also… Continue reading Blogging from A-Z April Challenge – B is for..
Blogging from A to Z – April Challenge – A is for
Abaca It has long been my habit of ensuring that I spend at least 15 minutes a day doing something creative. I highly recommend the practice - especially if inspiration seems to have disappeared. The object is to do something. One of my favourite materials is Abaca Tissue. This plant based tissue has some lovely… Continue reading Blogging from A to Z – April Challenge – A is for
