tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79497610353485858542024-02-28T17:44:45.222-06:00Needlepoint Study HallPeggyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17368302080748362204noreply@blogger.comBlogger516125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-35131571240660488792018-04-19T22:35:00.000-05:002018-04-19T22:45:23.245-05:0012 new stitch guides from Robin KingHi Everybody.... Robin here.<br />
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I have finally emerged from the Cone of Silence! So sorry to have been away so long. Nothing going on but teaching, traveling, taxes, and writing stitch guides. <br />
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I'm traveling back tomorrow to The Nimble Needle - Atlanta for another weekend of Canvas Enhancement classes. Lucky me.<br />
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Here are the 12 new stitch guides for their class featuring designers including Charley Harper, Susan Roberts/Liz Tapestry Tent, Labors of Love, Melissa Shirley Designs, Devon Nicholson Designs, The Collection Designs, Maggie Co, Ewe and Eye & Friends, Sandra Gilmore, Lani Needlepoint Designs, and Janis Mattox/CBK Collections. If that's not eclectic... I don't know what is!!! 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">new Robin King stitch guides</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">new Robin King stitch guides</td></tr>
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Ever need a stitch to drift and show movement? Try the Movement Stitch. I have it charted with each row separated by 1 canvas thread.<br />
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charted by Robin King</td></tr>
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I've found another good Instant Pot recipe: <a href="https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/?s=cheeseburger+pasta" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Cheeseburger Pasta</span></a>. Be sure to check out the "365 days of Slow Cooking + Pressure Cooker" website for daily do-able tasty recipes.<br />
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Here's the link: <a href="https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com</span></a><br />
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Well, time to finish packing. Thanks for visiting the blog. I promise I won't be gone so long.<br />
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Until the next time... HUGS! Robin<br />
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<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-89676722397653188332018-02-09T17:39:00.000-06:002018-02-09T17:49:42.591-06:00Robin, new stitch guides and 365 Days of RecipesHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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I'm packing my books, stitch guides, pens, paper, readers/magnifying glasses to teach Canvas Enhancement classes at The Nimble Needle in Sandy Springs, GA this weekend.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">new Robin King stitch guides</td></tr>
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So, no blogging for me on Sunday. I will catch up with you when I get home. 😊<br />
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But, I did want to mention a nice blog compliment I received when I was teaching at Canvas, a needlepoint adventure in Montgomery, AL last month.<br />
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It was at the Meet 'n Greet and a lady came up to me and said, "Your blog has been very helpful for me." I humbly said, "Thank you." She then said, "The needlepoint content is nice, but your discussion about the Instant Pot was <i>life changing</i>." I smiled and said, "I know, right!" ... I was so pleased to find another fan of the Instant Pot.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Instant Pot... a stitcher's best friend.</td></tr>
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So all of this to say... I found a fabulous website to follow. It is called "365 Days of Slow Cooking + pressure cooking." <br />
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Here's the link: <span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.365daysofcrockpot.com</span></a> </span><br />
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The recipes are wonderful and Karen (the blogger) offers both Slow Cooker/Crock Pot and Instant Pot/Pressure Cooker versions of the same recipe. Brilliant!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wonderful recipes!</td></tr>
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You can sign up to get daily emails. Recent offerings include Instant Pot Chicken Margherita Pasta... Sausage Pepperoni Spinach Ravioli... Broccoli Cheddar Soup reminiscent of Panera Bread's broccoli cheddar soup. YUM! Her recipe library is inspiring with easy to follow recipes. Great photos, too.<br />
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If you want to review my previous Instant Pot writing, <a href="http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/2017/07/instant-pot-means-more-time-for.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">click here</span></a>.<br />
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Here's a stitch for you, too. Happy Valentines Day to all.<br />
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Well, until the next time... HUGS! Robin Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-71725347739669260992018-01-28T23:49:00.001-06:002018-02-06T00:32:59.337-06:00Robin teaches at Canvas 2018 in Montgomery, ALHi Everybody. Robin here.<br />
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Wow, it's been 3 Sunday's since I've last blogged. Time sure does fly in the needlepoint world!<br />
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I've been gone to teach at the <a href="https://www.canvasaneedlepointadventure.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Canvas, a needlepoint adventure</span></a> in Montgomery, AL. It was one week filled with fun; lead by Leigh Miller (owner of the Needle Bug) and her co-leader, Julia Snyder.<br />
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This was the first year for <b>Canvas</b>. For several years, Leigh Miller and the Needle Bug were the "on-site" needlepoint shop for Callaway Gardens. When Callaway closed their doors last year, Leigh Miller took a leap of faith to create the next needlepoint adventure.<br />
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Leigh and Julia invited several national needlepoint teachers to offer 4-day and 2-day classes for the <b>Canvas</b> attendees. Tony Minieri, Barbara Elmore, Julia Snyder, Mary Legallet, Patricia Sone, Debra Rowley, and Robin King (hey! that's me 😊) were the teachers. There were 101 attendees from the US, Bermuda, Canada, and England. It was a slam-dunk home run needlepoint event at the Renaissance Hotel in Montgomery, AL. <br />
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<b>Canvas</b> began with the opening night meet-n-greet; there were 2 bus trips to the Needle Bug for shopping sprees and Bug Shots, and a special expedition to the Alabama Shakespeare Theater where the Carolyn Blount theater, prop and costume departments were explored. What a jewel for Montgomery and regional residents.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Katt Z. Witch (KCN 9125)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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For the 2-day class, I taught the Katt Z. Witch class. We learned the 3D Basket technique as well as the many stitches for this Halloween beauty. It was also the "magical" day when it snowed ❆ in Montgomery, AL. This is the view from our classroom looking out to the street below...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Snow in Montgomery, AL.</td></tr>
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and towards the downtown and the Alabama River.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Canvas 2018 included a snow event.</td></tr>
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For the 4-day class, it was a Charley Harper bonanza of canvases. I offered the over 45+ Charley Harper stitch guides for class selection. We had 18 students make 24 selections. We had attendees from all over. I brought the USA map to showcase where everyone came from.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Canvas 2018 participants for the Charley Harper class.</td></tr>
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California, Dallas, St Louis area, southern Illinois area, Memphis (me!), Charlotte area, Atlanta area, costal Florida, costal North Carolina, Massachusetts, Canada, Bermuda, and England were ALL in the house! Talk about another feather in the ol' <b>Canvas</b> cap. 😊<br />
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As you can imagine, my Charley Harper class attendees received 2 well-deserved Travel Trophies.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Over sea and land Long Distance traveler, Ann Nobbs.</td></tr>
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Ann Nobbs (from England) won the all over Travel Trophy.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">All the way from California! Here's Jennifer Rhatigan. </td></tr>
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And, Jennifer Rhatigan (from California) received the North America continent Travel Trophy covering the contiguous US and Canada land mass.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">What a fine selection of Charley Harper canvases!</td></tr>
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It was a happy class (duly noted by Judy H, Atlanta, GA) and how could it not be? Charley Harper's art is very happy... and fun to stitch, too. Many thanks to all who attended my classes.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Canvas 2018 classes with Robin King</td></tr>
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I am hoping to teach next year at <b>Canvas 2019</b>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">4 day class with Robin King<br />
Winter-Christmas and/or Fall-Halloween... your choice</td></tr>
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The 4-day class will be stitch guides offered on either Winter/Christmas or Fall/Halloween topics. Your choice! How fun is that?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">2 day class with Robin King<br />
Needlepoint Study Hall comes to you.</td></tr>
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The 2-day class will be Needlepoint Study Hall... bring your canvas and threads from home (finally! your stash pays off), and let me show you techniques and stitches to get those projects finished.<br />
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Be sure to check out the <b>Canvas</b> website.<br />
Here's the link... <a href="https://www.canvasaneedlepointadventure.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.canvasaneedlepointadventure.com</span></a><br />
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and follow them on Facebook.<br />
Here's the link... <a href="https://www.facebook.com/canvasaneedlepointadventure/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.facebook.com/canvasaneedlepointadventure/</span></a><br />
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Big thanks to the "behind the scenes" people who made <b>Canvas</b> a success: the staff and friends from the Needle Bug including Janet, Amber, Amy, Charlsie, Hammond, Heywood, Marsha, and Laurie as well as the staff/management from the Renaissance Hotel. You put on a hell of a party! Job well done.<br />
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Well, that's all for now. I'm home from teaching at Quail Run Needlework, too. Next blog will catch up some of the fun stitches and pieces from the class.<br />
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Until then... Hugs, RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-29377083186406195552018-01-07T21:16:00.000-06:002018-01-07T21:16:31.655-06:00A new design from A Poore Girl PaintsHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Do you ever have a slogan in your head?... a re-occuring saying which applies to you on a daily basis?<br />
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Do you think to yourself, "This saying would make a great needlepoint pillow!"<br />
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Do your pets look at you... trying to connect intellects? (I'm often the one missing the connection in this scenario. >^..^< )<br />
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My sister stitched a certain needlepoint canvas years ago... well, actually <i>now</i> decades ago!... and I've been looking for the same message to stitch. Alas, to deaf ears.<br />
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<b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> has made my dream come true! Looks what just came off the designer's painting table!!! 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>What part of MEOW do you not understand?</i><br />by A Poore Girl Paints</td></tr>
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I can't wait to stitch the MEOW version.<br />
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... and to not leave out the Dog lovers out... there is one for you, too... <i>WOOF!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>What part of WOOF do you not understand?</i><br />by A Poore Girl Paints</td></tr>
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<b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> is available thru individual needlepoint shops. If you don't have a local needlepoint shop, contact Leigh at <a href="mailto:info@theneedlebug.com">info@theneedlebug.com</a> or call (334) 270-0064. Wholesale inquiries can be sent to <a href="mailto:walkerswholesale@gmail.com">walkerswholesale@gmail.com</a> or call (334) 270-0064.<br />
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When I get my canvas on the bars, I will have an impromptu "stitch along" with Robin. It will be fun to hold the needle again!<br />
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Thank you, Amy Poore!<br />
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Until the next time... HUGS! RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-56573501865247137692017-12-31T17:33:00.000-06:002017-12-31T17:39:57.971-06:00Happy New Year from RobinHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Happy New Year from me to all of you.<br />
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2017 has been a good year. I made it thru the traveling/teaching schedule, and wrote 115 new stitch guides.<br />
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In 2017, I traveled to Scottsdale, AZ (2) (Quail Run Needlework); Sandy Springs, GA (3) (The Nimble Needle-Atlanta); Montgomery, AL (2) (The Needle Bug); Everett, WA (The Needlepointer); Northbook, IL (North Shore Needleworks); and Amelia Island, FL (The Bristly Thistle).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King<br />
2017 Teaching Destinations</td></tr>
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I have proudly maintained my Delta Miles ✈ Silver Medallion status. 😊<br />
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I saw old friends and met new friends at each teaching location.<br />
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In 2018, I will return to those destinations and add a few more. Gulp! Time to get busy!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King<br />
2018 Teaching Destinations</td></tr>
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New to the list for 2018 <i>and</i> returning to the schedule: Montgomery, AL (CANVAS: a Needlepoint Adventure); Smokey Mountains, TN (Stitch with a View); and Ada, MI (Peacock Alley Needlepoint).<br />
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You can always check my Teaching Schedule by visiting this tab on the blog: <a href="http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/p/robins-teaching-schedule.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Robin's Teaching Schedule</span></a>.<br />
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Wishing us peace and all creative talents for this new year!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Masterfully stitched by Susan Brimmer<br />
Enhancement classes at The Nimble Needle-Atlanta</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Angel playing Flageolet "stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Until the next time... HUGS, RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-84068730611410878772017-12-24T16:29:00.000-06:002017-12-24T16:29:00.068-06:00Robin and the Winter/Christmas stitch guidesHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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For those of us in the northern hemisphere: Happy Winter Solstice! And, in keeping with tomorrow: wishing you the best Christmas Joy.<br />
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I was visiting my family (Mom, 2 sisters, 2 brothers-in-law, 3 cats) last weekend; thus the reason for no blog. (Did you miss me? 😊) On Sunday, I was back at the LEX airport waiting for a plane that never arrived from ATL due to their untimely mess. All was good with me. I called my family and they gave me another night's stay. My Memphis departure was 6:25AM Monday, this time thru LaGuardia. Talk about a <i>Manhattan Transfer</i>! I made it home on Monday afternoon. All was good.<br />
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I have compiled a list of my Winter/Christmas 🎄 themed stitch guides. Aren't they festive?<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Melissa Shirley Designs</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Kelly Clark, Zecca, Burnett & Bradley,<br />Alexa, Amanda Lawford, Associated Talents,<br />Anne Brinkley, Annie Lane</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />CBK Needlepoint, Chris Roberts-Antieau,<br />dede Ogden, Eye Candy Needleart,<br />Kirk & Bradley, Labors of Love Needlepoint</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Labors of Love Needlepoint,<br />Maggie Co, Melissa Prince Designs,<br />The Meredith Collection, Painted Pony Designs,<br />Raymond Crawford, Rebecca Wood Designs</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Rebecca Wood Designs,<br />Rishfeld Designs, Sandra Gilmore,<br />Machelle Somerville</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Susan Roberts/Tapestry Tent</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Susan Roberts/Tapestry Tent,<br />Strictly Christmas</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Robin King stitch guides - Winter/Christmas<br />Shelly Tribbey, Brenda Stofft,<br />Julie Mar & Friends, Sew Much Fun</td></tr>
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If you are interested in any of my stitch guides, you can email me at creativecats@comcast.net.<br />
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While visiting my family, I took a photo of Midge's tree. It is very beautiful and is a resplendent showcase for all of the needlepoint ornaments she stitched over the years.<br />
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Here is a closeup so you could see an example of her finished Light Bulb ornament. Very clever.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The finished Light Bulb ornament is all its glory.</td></tr>
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The Willow Stitch Variation (\) could be a nice Light Bulb ornament stitch. Just turn the diagram so it runs north-south.<br />
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Another fun Light Bulb ornament stitch would be from the Byzantine family. Imagine how clever you will be when you use only threads from your stash!<br />
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My Christmas to-do list is just about finished; a wee bit of baking and then I will be done. 😊😋<br />
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Until the next time... HUGS! RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-57864803496254091542017-12-10T17:01:00.000-06:002017-12-10T17:01:13.908-06:00Some of Robin's Favorite Christmas ThingsHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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We are in the 2-week countdown until Christmas 🎄. Yikes! How's it going for you?<br />
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I thought I'd get into the Christmas mood and share with you a few of my favorite things.<br />
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First up is this delightful stocking stitched <i>and</i> finished by Fran Tylavsky. The canvas name is Woodland Territorial Santa (TTAXS440) from Susan Roberts Needlepoint; artist, Liz Goodrick-Dillon. Fran attends my local needlepoint classes at <i>Stitchers Inc</i> in Memphis, TN. She recently became a first-time grandmother, and William is the lucky boy for this stocking.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">William is a very lucky boy!<br />
Lovingly stitched by Gran Fran.</td></tr>
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Fran stitched and finished this stocking this year... in only 8 months (our first class time was April 1, 2017) all while still working her full time job! Here's one of my photos from our class taken 04/01.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Woodland Territorial Santa<br />
TTAXS440</td></tr>
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Here's one of my favorite things: Teri Ambriz Snowflake Design.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Teri does Snowflakes right!</td></tr>
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Teri is a member of the Facebook Needlepoint Nation, and she is a very prolific stitcher. One of her finished pieces had this delightful background. I diagramed it and it is now part of my stitch guide repertoire. Thanks, Teri for your inspiration!<br />
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Every holiday/season needs a special cocktail, and my favorite December go-to is from Chef Mario Batali.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Persephone cocktail<br />
One of my favorite things!</td></tr>
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It's called <i>Persephone</i> and has 4 wonderful ingredients: Gin, Rosemary simple syrup, pomegranate juice, and a squeeze of lime. The Gin & Rosemary play nice together, and the Pom color is very festive. Don't be afraid of making the Rosemary Simple Syrup. It really is simple and Chef Mario includes the how-to, too. Here's the link to Mario's website. <a href="http://www.mariobatali.com/recipes/persephone/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">http://www.mariobatali.com/recipes/persephone/</span></a> It's a must have for those who do. 😊<br />
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Need a quick little stitch? Try the Christmas Trees! Very festive.🎄<br />
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Last, but not least: Christmas Lights. Brilliant idea.💡<br />
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My sister, Midge, designed and stitched a bunch of these for her Christmas tree. She used the same stitch different across the color families.<br />
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Once done, then she selected another stitch pattern and made another set. Great way to work with your stash. Here's another idea: you could even make the Lights from the threads of your project you worked during the year. 😊<br />
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Well, that's all for now. Would love to hear from you.<br />
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Until the next time. <b><span style="color: purple;">HUGS!</span></b> Robin<br />
<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-70486606811748783702017-12-03T17:05:00.000-06:002017-12-03T17:05:20.145-06:00Robin meets A Poore Girl Paints Needlepoint DesignHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Last week we talked about teaching at <b>The Needle Bug</b> in Montgomery, AL. I met one of their customers, Amy Poore, who was taking my class. Very vivacious and engaging. A fun person to be around ... and a talented stitcher, too.<br />
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Turns out, Amy is also a needlepoint designer. Her company is <b>A Poore Girl Paints</b>. Clever name, right? 😊 I'd like to introduce her to the viewers on the Needlepoint Study Hall blog.<br />
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I asked Amy how she started her needlepoint design business, <b>A Poore Girl Paints</b>. Here's what she said...<br />
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"I started stitching about 3 years ago and around a year ago I started painting things for myself - things I couldn't readily find available. I found that other people liked those types of designs as well. I really wanted to bring Needlepoint to the next generation, and I think my canvases relate to that generation, along with other generations. I've started also teaching beginner Needlepoint classes to my friends in hopes of finding new people to fall in love with my favorite addiction." Amy Poore, owner</blockquote>
How lucky are we to have Amy's fresh vision and passion join our needlepoint industry!<br />
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<b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> is available thru individual needlepoint shops. If you don't have a local needlepoint shop, contact Leigh at <a href="mailto:info@theneedlebug.com" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">info@theneedlebug.com</span></a> or call (334) 270-0064. Wholesale inquiries can be sent to <a href="mailto:walkerswholesale@gmail.com"><span style="color: blue;">walkerswholesale@gmail.com</span></a> or call (334) 270-0064.<br />
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While I was teaching at <b>The Needle Bug</b>, new canvases from <b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> had just arrived from the painting service. It was like Christmas 🎄, Valentines 💘, and Halloween 🎃 all rolled up into one thrilling reveal! Here are a few which caught my eye.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Believe.<br />Merry Christmas<br /><a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">A Poore Girl Paints</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Happy Fall Y'all!<br />Boo!<br /><a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">A Poore Girl Paints</span></a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beach Sunglasses<br />Cityscape Sunglasses<br /><a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">A Poore Girl Paints</span></a></td></tr>
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(Note, I added the Watermarks to the canvases to protect her designs while on the Blog. Of course, your canvases will come pretty without Watermarks.)<br />
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<b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> is very savvy with social media. (I'm taking notes, Amy. 😊) Look for her on Facebook as well as Instagram. You will want to follow for sure! Here are those links:<br />
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<b>A Poore Girl Paints</b> has been in business for a few years; check out her <a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">website</span></a> and see all of their designs. Amy covers the holidays as well as modern-day messages. She's keeping us youthful and relevant... and that's a good thing! 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Life is Short.<br />Eat the damn cake.<br /><a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">A Poore Girl Paints</span></a></td></tr>
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-79491597501667451202017-11-26T15:51:00.000-06:002017-11-26T15:51:43.416-06:00Robin teaches at The Needle Bug - November 2017Hi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Hope each and everyone of you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!<br />
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I missed this past Sunday's blogging date because I was wrapping up my last teaching destination for 2017. I was at <b>The Needle Bug</b>. I'd like to share my experiences.<br />
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<b>The Needle Bug</b> is owned by Leigh Miller. As a life long Montgomery, AL resident, she knows everybody. Or, at least it seems like it. So when you go to <b>The Needle Bug</b>, you feel welcomed immediately. #SouthernHospitality<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.theneedlebug.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">The Needle Bug</span></a><br />7012 Vaughn Road<br />Montgomery, AL 36116<br />(334) 270-0064</td></tr>
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<b>The Needle Bug</b> is a full-service needlepoint shop: threads, canvases, books, accessories. They have it all... which makes for a nice teaching experience.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>The Needle Bug</b>'s classroom<br />Waiting for the students to arrive.</td></tr>
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The classroom is very comfortable with good lighting and comfy chairs. The shop is brimming with enticing canvases and gadgets to enhance your stitching needs.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>The Needle Bug</b><br />Needlepoint and so much more!</td></tr>
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The first day of classes were hourly help sessions; Leigh calls them "Rounds with Robin." 😊 The other 3 days were canvas enhancement classes where I had written stitch guides for 13 canvases.<br />
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Here are the new stitch guides and a few photos taken during class:<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">6 Whimsical Dogs • LUDW 8103<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Animal House Stocking Cuff • Sew Much Fun<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Christmas for Boy Stocking • Alexa CS 7308<br />stitch guide by Robin King<br />Congratulation to Kathy C. for her new grandson.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dog Gone Good • A-352<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Donkey • C-450v<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ouch! • LL351<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Santa Baby • HO-183<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Schnauzer House Blend • TC-SF-108<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiny Town • EML104<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trio Birds • KL-140<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Who Ate the Party Favors? • VS-180<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Winter Hare • B-243D<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wiseman #3 • HO-1222<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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We had designers from Julie Mar & Friends; Sew Much Fun; Alexa Needlepoint; JP Needlepoint; The Meredith Collection; Labors of Love; Raymond Crawford; Tango and Chocolate; Melissa Shirley Designs; and Brenda Stofft. The allstars were in the house!<br />
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Meri M.'s alligator is starting to come alive thru the magic from Gloriana Threads!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ouch! • LL351<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Donna W. is stitching the Trio Birds. She also won the Travel Trophy... she lives in NC.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trio Birds • KL-140<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Glenda E. is having too much fun with this Dog Gone Good canvas. Glenda also works at the Montgomery Humane Society. She has a good heart! 💝 🐶 🐱💗<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dog Gone Good • A-352<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Corrina W. is the new mayor of Tiny Town.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tiny Town • EML 104<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Robin B. is already having fun with these 6 Whimsical Dogs by Julie Mar & Friends. 13 mesh is the way to go! 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">6 Whimsical Dogs • LUDW 8103<br />stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Any and all of these new stitch guides are now available. Email me for the info: <a href="mailto:creativecats@comcast.net"><span style="color: blue;">creativecats@comcast.net</span></a>.<br />
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Leigh Miller also is an extraordinary event planner. One evening after class, we boarded a travel van/bus to Brundidge, Alabama to watch "Come Home, It's Suppertime!" presented by the Brundidge Historical Society. It was a dinner theater experience complete with singing. Dinner was tasty! Fried Chicken, Turnip Greens, Black Eyed Peas, Sweet Potatoes, and Hoe Cakes. YUM.<br />
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The play told stories about life in the South. We met one of the actors before the show began. I nicknamed him the George Clooney of Brundidge. 😊<br />
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We had a good time. Thanks, Leigh for the memories! I will be returning to <b>The Needle Bug </b>in 2018: March and November. Look forward to seeing you there. <br />
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I already have next week's blog topic in mind. In my class at <b>The Needle Bug</b> was a young lady who is a new up-and-coming needlepoint designer. Her name is Amy Poore and her company is <a href="https://apooregirlpaintsneedlepointdesigns.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">A Poore Girl Paints Needlepoint Designs</span></a>. Can't wait to tell you about her!<br />
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Until then... HUGS! Robin<br />
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<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-59395896881377088722017-11-05T22:26:00.001-06:002017-11-06T01:02:50.196-06:00Robin teaches at The Nimble Needle-Atlanta Oct 2017Hi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Today's time change has given me an extra hour to resume blogging about my teaching travels. 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">From wheels up to wheels down... a quick 50-minute trip.<br />
Thank you Delta airlines.</td></tr>
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Follow me to <b>The Nimble Needle</b> in Sandy Springs (Atlanta), GA to see my most recent canvas enhancement adventure.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><a href="http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/home.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">The Nimble Needle</span></a></b><br />
214 Johnson Ferry Road NE<br />
Sandy Springs, GA 30328<br />
(404) 843-8687</td></tr>
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<b>The Nimble Needle</b> is owned by Stacy Brown. You won't find a more gracious, talented owner. Her love for needlepoint is reflected in every inch of the store.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Wall to wall canvases and a trunk show.<br />
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The shop models are very inspiring!!!<br />
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I had the best time stitching this.<br />
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Many of the shop models are <a href="http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/monthly_clubs.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Clubs</span></a>. You can select one or select the entire group. Your choice. 😊<br />
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There were 3 days of canvas enhancement classes for my classes. Each day had 6 students. There were 15 new stitch guides written. Everybody was given the same time of attention thanks to my trusty timer. Look at the fun stitch guides written for the group:<br />
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We had 3 Brenda Stofft canvases making for a festive Halloween theme. 🎃 There were 2 Charley Harper canvases; who doesn't love Charley Harper? There was a Painted Pony Designs featuring Diane Pederson's primitive-folksy art. 🐑 Cute sheep. "Blue Tarpon" by Purple Palm Designs was in the class; we had fun with those fish scales 🐟. There was a custom Labors of Love Needlepoint featuring the Three Wise Dogs 😊. You could hear that Tiger purr... one regal "Vintage Tiger" from Colors of Praise. The "Abstract Leaves" by Treglown Designs were reminiscent of times spent in one's cabin in the woods. 🍃 We had the ever popular Penny MacLeod Design; "Happy Flowers" by JP Needlepoint; Melissa Shirley Designs featuring Vicky Sawyer's "Hummers"; and a classic "Dog Walker" by Maggie Co.<br />
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Day 1 at <b>The Nimble Needle</b> was great. In addition to going thru the stitch guides, we planned the custom canvas of Susan's dog, Brandy; a second custom painting by Labors of Love Needlepoint. We also created a game plan for Laura's Tropical Santa stocking by Tapestry Tent.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Day 1<br />
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I had a lovely dinner at a Portuguese restaurant called <a href="http://www.emidios.net/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Emidio's Restaurant</span></a>. The long-distance stitching travelers joined me (Marilyn, Terrie, Katie and Alice). Good find and what a good time!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Tropical Sangria at Emidio's Restaurant<br />
Sandy Springs, GA</td></tr>
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Day 2 at <b>The Nimble Needle</b> was just as delightful as Day 1. One of my favorite stitches, which I call 3-2-3 Units, turned out to be a good background stitch for the Abstract Leaves.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Abstract Leaves by Treglown Designs<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">a very useful stitch, indeed!</td></tr>
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Best way to end the day. Dinner with friends. Dessert, too. 4 spoons, please. And a coffee. Yes, the chocolate bag holding the dessert was <i>TOTALLY</i> edible. 😊<br />
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<a href="http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/Locations/atlanta-georgia/atlanta-georgia/ashwoodparkway.aspx" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks</span></a></td></tr>
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Day 3 at <b>The Nimble Needle</b> was the complete trifecta. It was good seeing my friends on this trip. Judy worked her magic on the Dragonfly's wing. Cheri's Kite will soon be ready for its maiden voyage. Jean's Hummingbird is going to look snazzy with a Cast-on Bullion Flower Hat.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Applique Flair is a very important technique to know.<br />
Stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kites by Jane Nichols • 911 on 13 mesh<br />
Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Cast-on Bullions give that extra dimensional pizzazz.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Day 3<br />
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Months of preparation over in an instant. I couldn't have done it without all of the wonderful staff at <b>The Nimble Needle</b>. Stacy Brown, you have a fabulous team. Vance, Linda, Mark, Jan, Jenne, and Charlsie... you are the best! 💜<br />
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I will be returning to <b>The Nimble Needle</b> three times in 2018: February 11-12; April 21-23, and October 20-22. Call the shop to reserve your seat for either a help session or a stitch guide session. Seats are limited. (404) 843-8687. Would love to see you.<br />
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My next/last teaching destination for this year is at the <b>The</b> <b>Needle Bug</b> in Montgomery, AL. Lots to do between now and then before the next airplane goes wheels up. 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Have stitch guide... will travel. 🛧🛩</td></tr>
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Until the next time... Hugs, RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-35676815069280791072017-10-29T13:28:00.000-05:002017-10-30T13:45:46.270-05:00Robin teaches at the Bristly Thistle, FLHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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I've traveled 2265.6 miles since I last blogged. First, I went to the <b>Bristly Thistle</b> on Amelia Island, FL.<br />
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Then 5 days later, I went to <b>The Nimble Needle</b> in Sandy Springs (Atlanta), GA.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">788.4 miles round trip</td></tr>
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Thank you Delta airlines 🛩 for smooth, safe flights. It has been a fun couple of weeks. I'd like to share my journeys... let's begin at the <b>Bristly Thistle</b>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Bristly Thistle</b><br />
811 Beech Street<br />
Fernandina Beach, Florida 32034<br />
(904) 729-4020<br />
<a href="http://www.bristlythistle.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">www.BristlyThistle.com</span></a></td></tr>
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The <b>Bristly Thistle</b> is on Amelia Island in the town of Fernandina Beach, just north of Jacksonville, FL. Michele Herron is the owner. Gracie and Max are the sweetest shop pups; Portuguese Waterdogs.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Bristly Thistle</b><br />
Thread Room</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Bristly Thistle</b><br />
Thread Room and a visiting Trunk Show<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b>Bristly Thistle</b><br />
Gracie and Classroom</td></tr>
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We had three days of canvas enhancement classes. New stitch guides were written; plus there were also help sessions. Lunches were delicious every day! And, did I mention the artisan Chocolate shop a few blocks away?!! Island life is good. 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Coffee Pot and Anemones • EW109<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Loon • MSD 1827<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Mason Jars Christmas • ETC C-509<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Steampunk Owl • B-349<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Steampunk Witch • B-399<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Winter Sheep • DP-LS08<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Melody's help session focused working on the Steampunk Mouse (B-347). We discussed the Pumpkin, Mouse, Background Sky and Umbrella. We have a good game plan going.</div>
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Linda worked on Sunflower Basket (MLT379) for her help session. We discussed the Basket, Sunflowers, Butterfly, Leaves, and the Background. Linda also learned the Stumpwork technique to make her first Flower Center. Big smiles! 😊<br />
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Here's a fun stitch to try the next time you have a Border 3 threads tall.</div>
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I had a lovely time teaching at the <b>Bristly Thistle</b> and look forward to my return visit next year. </div>
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Canvas Enhancement classes with Robin King</td></tr>
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Give Michele a call to sign up for the 2018 canvas enhancement classes. Seats are limited. You will enjoy your time on the Island. 🌴 (904) 729-4020.</div>
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#bestChileRelleno #deliciousMargaritas</td></tr>
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Next blog we will visit <b>The Nimble Needle</b> in Sandy Springs (Atlanta), GA. </div>
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<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-1222061400434067792017-10-08T14:28:00.000-05:002017-10-08T14:56:10.929-05:003 new Halloween Brenda Stofft stitch guides by RobinHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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A quick blog today; the next plane leaves on Wednesday to the<span style="color: blue;"> <a href="https://www.bristlythistle.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Bristly Thistle</span></a></span> in Amelia Island, Florida. This will be my second visit. Looking forward to seeing Michele (owner) and her new location. I will blog about my visit when I'm back home in front of the computer. Look for something Monday 10/16 or Tuesday 10/17.<br />
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Today I am entering thread notes and finalizing stitch guides for another teaching destination later this month at <a href="http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/home.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">The Nimble Needle</span></a> in Atlanta, GA. Actually, there are 4 days between wheels down (FL) and wheels up (GA). <i>Talk about doing the Hustle!</i><br />
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When I write stitch guides, often I draw/doodle to help me plan the stitch area. Here are some drawings I'm including in the "Witch on Pumpkin" stitch guide (artist, Brenda Stofft; B-125 on 18 mesh). I figure if it helped me visualize the concept, it might also help the stitcher.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Witch on Pumpkin" • artist, Brenda Stofft • B-125<br />
new Robin King stitch guide</td></tr>
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"Witch on Pumpkin" • B-125<br />
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"Witch on Pumpkin" • B-125<br />
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"Witch on Pumpkin" also has a canvas mate called "Black Cat" and I've written a stitch guide for it as well. The canvas is B-125 on 18 mesh and is also by <a href="https://www.brendastofftdesign.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Brenda Stofft Designs</span></a>.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Black Cat" • artist, Brenda Stofft • B-125<br />
new Robin King stitch guide</td></tr>
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Notice the stitch called <b>Henderson Variation 4 (Sheena)</b>? </div>
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I saw it on the <i><a href="http://www.sheenasstitches.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Sheena's Sweet Stitches</span></a></i> blog. Do check it out. Lots of great ideas. </div>
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Rounding out this trio of new Halloween canvas stitch guides for the Atlanta classes is "Dancing Witch" by Brenda Stofft (B-223) on 18 mesh. Wouldn't these be fun to stitch?!! </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Dancing Witch" • artist, Brenda Stofft • B-223<br />
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Hi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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I have a lovely time teaching at <a href="http://www.quailrunneedlework.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Quail Run Needlework</span></a> in Scottsdale, AZ.<br />
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7704 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite 125<br />
Scottsdale, AZ 85258<br />
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<b>Quail Run Needlework</b> has been a cornerstone in the needlepoint industry since 1976. Susan Barlow is their current owner for the last 11 years. The store is laid out in 2 sections with an arched pass thru: the left side (front desk and threads)...<br />
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... and the right side (shop models, canvases, and classroom). Quail Run's shop models and vignettes are truly inspiring.<br />
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The Fall Retreat had 12 people in attendance. Stella LED lights for everyone!<br />
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There were 2 folks from California, 2 former Chicago snowbirds, and the rest of the ladies were from the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. The stitch guides were written ahead of time; the thread kits were pulled. Let the stitching begin. 😊<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">new Robin King stitch guides<br />
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Here are some work in progress moments from the class. Miriam learned how to do stumpwork for her flower center.<br />
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new Robin King stitch guide</td></tr>
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Donna learned how to do repoussé for her snake.<br />
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new Robin King stitch guide</td></tr>
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Pat learned how to do Or Nué for the bathing suit.<br />
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new Robin King stitch guide</td></tr>
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Each afternoon, a "gentle yoga" instructor came to class to help us with stretching and breathing techniques. What a treat! I really need to continue those stretching moments at home.<br />
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Here's a stitch we used on the Water Garden (M204). I call it Ming Stitch with Wings. 😊 I think it makes a nice background for the cinnabar area.<br />
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Have you ever had a Prickly Pear margarita? They are delicious. It is a favorite of mine when I am in the land of cacti. 🌵<br />
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Hope you enjoyed my recap of <b>Quail Run Needlework</b>. Do stop in when you are in the area. Tell Susan and her wonderful staff I said hello. I'll be back next January 2018.</div>
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Until the next time... HUGS, Robin</div>
<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-64731803469467793772017-09-17T16:48:00.000-05:002017-09-17T21:49:32.240-05:00Southwest theme Stitch Guides by Robin KingHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Whew!! That was a fast week. How was it for you?<br />
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I'm into the one-week countdown for boarding the next plane 🛩.<br />
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Where you going, Robin? I will be traveling to Scottsdale, AZ to teach at <a href="http://www.quailrunneedlework.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Quail Run Needlework</span></a>; owner is Susan Barlow. Lucky me, I get to go there twice a year: September and January.<br />
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Here's a fun tidbit to know about Susan. Not only is she the shop owner and an excellent needlepointer, she is also an artist whose Southwestern designs are offered thru her wholesale line, Quail Run Designs.<br />
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I have had the lucky opportunity to write several Southwestern themed stitch guides for classes at Quail Run Needlework. Here are some stitch guides from previous years...<br />
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stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZplzXl873rzntHU5egSfPbiAsMbN3qAuhf2oYwvlJeUrIaPaYUxMDabIl0GS3DmbK04YyZJi2P72iLEvnZWeMmkx5g234DtXDuj-Hck57LGcglKbnsRJJsUBKPvqtPWMsT4EZ8LGrEt0/s1600/All+in+the+Family.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1234" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZplzXl873rzntHU5egSfPbiAsMbN3qAuhf2oYwvlJeUrIaPaYUxMDabIl0GS3DmbK04YyZJi2P72iLEvnZWeMmkx5g234DtXDuj-Hck57LGcglKbnsRJJsUBKPvqtPWMsT4EZ8LGrEt0/s320/All+in+the+Family.png" width="246" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"All in the Family" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKHmLa5OMfYHo1lZgg2_zWfFYRxFyeh_eMJWNZzDXmV2uGwH0mo6cdYVumutpuLVntgrhBWq2SIJVYgPCVZmcf5Ue3Xw-_ycoz61NX54jhnbv_45aaFTdNyThO3KlEOMZSGZPciw4wV34/s1600/Approaching+the+Skies.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1158" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKHmLa5OMfYHo1lZgg2_zWfFYRxFyeh_eMJWNZzDXmV2uGwH0mo6cdYVumutpuLVntgrhBWq2SIJVYgPCVZmcf5Ue3Xw-_ycoz61NX54jhnbv_45aaFTdNyThO3KlEOMZSGZPciw4wV34/s320/Approaching+the+Skies.png" width="231" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Approaching the Skies" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggWkNoceFV-W5_6fydPOMfHMRiPnOPzL0iWBKCJIcaHZ_LIU_rnuv1LYOEmOdKKmqHf-oTLm5kI9ehNJJEHLyOFjPFpvxEV3xenD58YVCe5yqcaXnfHg2uXyUUds5iz5N_xbCBwaRouLc/s1600/Desert+Council.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1142" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggWkNoceFV-W5_6fydPOMfHMRiPnOPzL0iWBKCJIcaHZ_LIU_rnuv1LYOEmOdKKmqHf-oTLm5kI9ehNJJEHLyOFjPFpvxEV3xenD58YVCe5yqcaXnfHg2uXyUUds5iz5N_xbCBwaRouLc/s320/Desert+Council.png" width="228" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Desert Council" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5vmZxeDohNRuzEA7pEqmdjLHnbfYYra9gklPegJByBOCt4J7h7RufwhzIuFeMHxc4GjuHrLtz0DjhTc-dfzUAagKDv0uq1-osy-F3rDAUJeP7y5UZX3n-0688tzpwllR96_dOxUT2Po/s1600/Desert+Sun.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1228" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO5vmZxeDohNRuzEA7pEqmdjLHnbfYYra9gklPegJByBOCt4J7h7RufwhzIuFeMHxc4GjuHrLtz0DjhTc-dfzUAagKDv0uq1-osy-F3rDAUJeP7y5UZX3n-0688tzpwllR96_dOxUT2Po/s320/Desert+Sun.png" width="245" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Desert Sun" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTR4B7PLyleTJb-aTlmAC72Kx3f9iT8lX9ZZdAQ_EI0FXfCCre9Z8ayRdrYecPsedhl0gagYrcbJCcrtgyyVXCTL5dCXoz5ps5_2uOttBR9WwLki0zIXfyvR-vuYEx5LalaWkNE0cv27w/s1600/Enchanted+Pueblo.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1235" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTR4B7PLyleTJb-aTlmAC72Kx3f9iT8lX9ZZdAQ_EI0FXfCCre9Z8ayRdrYecPsedhl0gagYrcbJCcrtgyyVXCTL5dCXoz5ps5_2uOttBR9WwLki0zIXfyvR-vuYEx5LalaWkNE0cv27w/s320/Enchanted+Pueblo.png" width="247" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Enchanted Pueblo" by Sundance Designs<br />
artist, Tish<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIWyKfR60vxjChjTSrCs_Y1v0lsa2r0E4sCXBFpQ4WGTKUiHy4AyEzgk7ouTLaZN1uazBHdWo50wWFD9PGiAaUyvdKWWjEwRYTRCEhBKR1GXGh9NMzzkmB-Rok2FwrP7OgKQjQuSjJ4FY/s1600/Five+Women.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1216" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIWyKfR60vxjChjTSrCs_Y1v0lsa2r0E4sCXBFpQ4WGTKUiHy4AyEzgk7ouTLaZN1uazBHdWo50wWFD9PGiAaUyvdKWWjEwRYTRCEhBKR1GXGh9NMzzkmB-Rok2FwrP7OgKQjQuSjJ4FY/s320/Five+Women.png" width="243" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Five Women" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqlFhq5lTjE_mZHBuGVToA6rtqfb13SmxojAK0jQZkmi5VFZBw7hszlLD8AanBlbfbH2GqQc9mbhjOLD6OEXTfV2TV1KVjvYmiHIO9GPgJ4JvS33PtVApnwA_EtcOpF8_CGudNUE1RjFQ/s1600/Magic+Sun.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1155" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqlFhq5lTjE_mZHBuGVToA6rtqfb13SmxojAK0jQZkmi5VFZBw7hszlLD8AanBlbfbH2GqQc9mbhjOLD6OEXTfV2TV1KVjvYmiHIO9GPgJ4JvS33PtVApnwA_EtcOpF8_CGudNUE1RjFQ/s320/Magic+Sun.png" width="231" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Magic Sun" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg4yn-npWRy8p2eZxmq8-msEykqBV515e4-zxAKq4jcsRAXkwmgS82x29_OyiJuZy8fbNsEfAlBlDzL6T2OUX3RoS4stlsztO4nFTgOZZjwaHieREuP2nt7uV3Z1tMq-dV2s2qhcMRLnM/s1600/Prickly+Pear+and+Quails.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1194" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg4yn-npWRy8p2eZxmq8-msEykqBV515e4-zxAKq4jcsRAXkwmgS82x29_OyiJuZy8fbNsEfAlBlDzL6T2OUX3RoS4stlsztO4nFTgOZZjwaHieREuP2nt7uV3Z1tMq-dV2s2qhcMRLnM/s320/Prickly+Pear+and+Quails.png" width="238" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Prickly Pear and Quails" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHPFgzfPNQCk3A5HoyRw6culufxtNRk40tebpcPLIm-Zjd_7wwWBMauH1bL5CMTQU9Qk0lizcGDrlMPu5NEgZTHyRaNwbsfa-aMHKlTaRvX9_28iO2njsGFKU0OzhsfQorbmLgvRjQgLc/s1600/Purple+Adobe.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1228" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHPFgzfPNQCk3A5HoyRw6culufxtNRk40tebpcPLIm-Zjd_7wwWBMauH1bL5CMTQU9Qk0lizcGDrlMPu5NEgZTHyRaNwbsfa-aMHKlTaRvX9_28iO2njsGFKU0OzhsfQorbmLgvRjQgLc/s320/Purple+Adobe.png" width="245" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Purple Adobe" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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There were also many designs in the Quail Run Designs catalog "not" of the Southwestern theme.<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7hxZaxoDviTD_fJYPyQMyi5BTjPTtfVJm26_jh-UhcBfmUOqPlCJFmUnaIeCT69d0Vw1J8itQ3vxGcZndXGgmtTD3yfBVOt4_ErrV8zrkGKqRbZLz1TGVvyZOVZhHYVkrbP8hcDjm2tc/s1600/Pumpkin.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1227" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7hxZaxoDviTD_fJYPyQMyi5BTjPTtfVJm26_jh-UhcBfmUOqPlCJFmUnaIeCT69d0Vw1J8itQ3vxGcZndXGgmtTD3yfBVOt4_ErrV8zrkGKqRbZLz1TGVvyZOVZhHYVkrbP8hcDjm2tc/s320/Pumpkin.png" width="245" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Pumpkin" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha32WPrFfPRdxWmo6yXABXGbFvUEHHsVPpaJlf4aNY7iWscrxP-pWGhY2hyphenhyphena8Xx9JGdCTXe7ub7BrT8dZ70MGl3MZEKZgo1oeLSpCPSrnJ1P0F_qX92iCgHTQjIzNka8Q2sT2rQTlipJQ/s1600/Man+About+Town.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1172" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha32WPrFfPRdxWmo6yXABXGbFvUEHHsVPpaJlf4aNY7iWscrxP-pWGhY2hyphenhyphena8Xx9JGdCTXe7ub7BrT8dZ70MGl3MZEKZgo1oeLSpCPSrnJ1P0F_qX92iCgHTQjIzNka8Q2sT2rQTlipJQ/s320/Man+About+Town.png" width="234" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Man About Town" by Quail Run Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiks1ty5quG0c4lHcPEpLtSBVJ52vz56OzSN9RgMNE94bZwqCxDyPdHBY9gbLyVwct2F6jRnm4FZT0K6Qu362KS9isNRfYnWJ_mK_cwgGqChxvmfkd72P61KpjyBG4Q10nmBa9XgOxGXUA/s1600/Because+You%2527re+Mine+I+Walk+the+Line.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1242" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiks1ty5quG0c4lHcPEpLtSBVJ52vz56OzSN9RgMNE94bZwqCxDyPdHBY9gbLyVwct2F6jRnm4FZT0K6Qu362KS9isNRfYnWJ_mK_cwgGqChxvmfkd72P61KpjyBG4Q10nmBa9XgOxGXUA/s320/Because+You%2527re+Mine+I+Walk+the+Line.png" width="248" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Because You're Mine I Walk the Line" by Quail Run Designs<br />
artist, Nancy Coffelt<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTS4tUf14bIvueO_Te3B_bvUL4kIsLH-V7nIcwJDaulrrpZp19qmb33ctetN7XeWfSVZbtSl6Esjfmn6cRiq_Qvd3F8s2idY1RHm_JhgC3-cK_qcOrvX4HRb0m-VX-umEwXcPROYWjcIw/s1600/Nothing+but+Blue+Skies.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1210" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTS4tUf14bIvueO_Te3B_bvUL4kIsLH-V7nIcwJDaulrrpZp19qmb33ctetN7XeWfSVZbtSl6Esjfmn6cRiq_Qvd3F8s2idY1RHm_JhgC3-cK_qcOrvX4HRb0m-VX-umEwXcPROYWjcIw/s320/Nothing+but+Blue+Skies.png" width="242" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Nothing but Blue Skies" by Quail Run Designs<br />
artist, Nancy Coffelt<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbuVaS0HmQijxp395bj45uLJ0mlAV7DAQdhdltSR0Z-afc-oui06ZF1lyiKQFu5_wuH57Td5md43o50IIiHdrpKp6tmmwd-8h_W39UmFs3d0m7TIE_p3JMTuzhpGKw9UjuOq91gNOn7WU/s1600/Oreintal+Woman+2.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1227" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbuVaS0HmQijxp395bj45uLJ0mlAV7DAQdhdltSR0Z-afc-oui06ZF1lyiKQFu5_wuH57Td5md43o50IIiHdrpKp6tmmwd-8h_W39UmFs3d0m7TIE_p3JMTuzhpGKw9UjuOq91gNOn7WU/s320/Oreintal+Woman+2.png" width="245" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Oriental Woman 2" by Quail Run Designs<br />
artist, Charlotte McDonnell<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi44RHuCZQ5zg9CtTC91MqJozVZqZ6Gfophggjwq8Xv4qOP7GFQr5u35pvfE1G7dTnYF1pa2J5DKoB4ljanCVr7mMikVFXBo9xH8gU9_VH0qcQ30t_wb_IsXpVX-ShI_gBcByOj_XC9Z8Y/s1600/Oriental+Woman+1.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1228" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi44RHuCZQ5zg9CtTC91MqJozVZqZ6Gfophggjwq8Xv4qOP7GFQr5u35pvfE1G7dTnYF1pa2J5DKoB4ljanCVr7mMikVFXBo9xH8gU9_VH0qcQ30t_wb_IsXpVX-ShI_gBcByOj_XC9Z8Y/s320/Oriental+Woman+1.png" width="245" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Oriental Woman 1" by Quail Run Designs<br />
artist, Charlotte McDonnell<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
</tbody></table>
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I wrote a stitch guide for Purple Palm Designs. Look at that assortment of cacti. 🌵<br />
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGYWnWM400uVNMyx2rPBnu0bXBPKqeIehirBQqPxDK5dZc4lbuWAdAv6pNm4GgWMM2M_0KgoRBq-6npFJs3dkN1ffYpbTzkzxcV8txzne_IU6y2lOfZYHET9TfKa47pECoLRTFGrx-tmU/s1600/Desert+Light.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1223" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjGYWnWM400uVNMyx2rPBnu0bXBPKqeIehirBQqPxDK5dZc4lbuWAdAv6pNm4GgWMM2M_0KgoRBq-6npFJs3dkN1ffYpbTzkzxcV8txzne_IU6y2lOfZYHET9TfKa47pECoLRTFGrx-tmU/s320/Desert+Light.png" width="244" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Desert Light" by Purple Palm Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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And, I also wrote a guide for Little Bird Designs; the artist's mom, Rosanne, was attending the class.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Inspired by Fawkes" by Little Bird Designs<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Oh, and not to state the obvious, all of my stitch guides are available. Email me <a href="mailto:creativecats@comcast.net"><span style="color: blue;">creativecats@comcast.net</span></a> for any inquiries. 😊<br />
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Next week there will be 12 more 😳 new stitch guides at the Quail Run class. 🙃 Quite an eclectic grouping from designers including Quail Run Designs; Birds of a Feather; Susan Roberts/Ashley Dillon; Maggie Co.; Nenah Stone Designs; Needle Deeva; Tapestry Fair; Trubey Designs; Julia's Needleworks/Peter Ashe; Winnetka Designs; and Shorebirds Designs/Kathryn Molineux.<br />
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I will be away next Sunday (class runs Saturday thru Tuesday) so I will resume blogging about my Quail Run/Arizona experience after I get home. Look for me on the following Sunday, 10/01/17.<br />
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You can follow Quail Run Needlework on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/QuailRunNeedlework/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>; I know they will be posting progress reports.<br />
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Here's a fun stitch I've charted for next week's upcoming class at Quail Run. Wonder which canvas it goes to?<br />
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Well, the countdown clock ⏰ is ticking. Time to get ready for my travels. Lots to do: laundry, packing, preparing stitch guides for travel, etc... Plus, hug a cat or two. >^..^<<br />
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Until the next time... HUGS, RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-56731511812334626782017-09-11T21:23:00.000-05:002017-09-17T11:35:41.017-05:00Robin at North Shore Needleworks, Chicago ILHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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I'm home from teaching this past weekend in the Chicago area. What a fun time! 😀<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.northshoreneedleworks.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">North Shore Needleworks</span></a><br />
1512 Shermer Road, Unit C<br />
Northbrook, IL 60062</td></tr>
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Located in Northbrook, IL, <b>North Shore Needleworks</b> is truly a lovely shop. Carol and Jake Jakimow are the owners. Nice folks. They also have talented and knowledgable employees giving great customer service. And, did I mention.... threads? Yes, they have threads galore! <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thread wall part 1<br />
North Shore Needleworks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thread wall part 2<br />
North Shore Needleworks</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Thread wall part 3<br />
North Shore Needleworks</td></tr>
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North Shore Needleworks</td></tr>
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Here's a photo of the classroom. Look at the set up! Everybody gets usage of a System 4 floor stand and an Ott Lamp during class. Sweet. 😊<br />
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North Shore Needleworks</td></tr>
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There were 14 people in the class. We had 2 sisters from Iowa... they won the Travel Trophy 🏆. There were 2 friends from Minnesota. There was a lady from Wisconsin. The rest of the folks came from the Chicago area.<br />
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We had an eclectic group of canvases from designers including: Lani's Needlepoint; Kirk & Bradley; Julia's Needleworks (artist, Bracha Lavee); Ewe & Eye; Machelle Somerville; Maggie Co (artist, Kym Bowles); Cooper Oaks Design (artist, Melissa McLeod); Melissa Shirley Designs (artist, John Johannsen); Leigh Designs; Burnett & Bradley; CBK Needlepoint (artist, Scott Church Creative); Associated Talents; and Melissa Shirley Designs (artist, Mary Lake-Thompson).<br />
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Here are some work-in-progress photos. I'm sorry I didn't get photos from everyone.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Christmas Tree Stand Up (KB289)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Lisa Abrams</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dancing Miriam (BL-100)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Pat Dettman</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Dancing Miriam (BL-100)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Debby Fulton</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ellie (EWE 1145)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Cathe McEnerney</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Gardening (Maggie M-1897)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Mary Beth Richards</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">God Bless America (CBK Needlepoint MML 921)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Maureen Belzer</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Machi (Leigh 5006)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Ellen Turf</td></tr>
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stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Barb Alden</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sweet Dreams (KC 149)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Karla Goodman</td></tr>
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There was also a famous person in my class: Linda Corirossi; a national needlepoint teacher, stitch guide writer, and book author who lives in the Chicago area. Linda is one of the teachers at North Shore Needleworks. I have both of her books and have been a fan of hers for years.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Canvas Embellishment</u> by Linda Corirossi</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><u>Canvas Embellishment (The Sequel)</u> by Linda Corirossi</td></tr>
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Long-time blog readers might remember <a href="http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/2012/07/tapestry-fair-and-painted-elephant.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">another article about Linda Corirossi</span></a>. You can imagine how thrilled I was to meet her and to have her in my class.<br />
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Linda had selected the "Lilac Lamb (J211-A on 13 mesh)" from Melissa Shirley Designs (artist, John Johannsen) for me to write the stitch guide. Talk about pressure! 😳 Once I calmed down, I did what I do for anyone's stitch guide: offer ideas and techniques that I like to do.<br />
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When writing the stitch guide, I noticed the Lamb's Face. There was only one eye showing.<br />
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Was this an intended 3/4 pose... exaggerating the wide-set feature of a Lamb? Whatever the reason, it just looked wrong. Eyes are so important to needlepoint, and this cyclops wasn't endearing. I mentioned this to Linda Corirossi and she agreed.<br />
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Linda threaded up the needle & thread and asked if I would get the new eye started. What an honor. I decided to "flip horizontal" the right eye. I set the gray edge and then Linda filled in the rest. Teamwork.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Two eyes<br />
Linda added the Rya Stitch for some 3D eyelashes.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Rya Stitch<br />
great for Eyelashes</td></tr>
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Talk about some cuties! Both the Lamb and Linda... and me. 🐑<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lilac Lamb (J211-A)<br />
Melissa Shirley Designs, artist John Johannsen<br />
stitch guide by Robin King<br />
stitched by Linda Corirossi</td></tr>
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Last thing to mention about my visit to the Chicago area... wow, there are so many nice restaurants! And with that you have great cocktail options.<br />
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I had my first grapefruit beer. It was a Stiegl Radler Grapefruit: half Stiegl Goldbräu and half soda with real grapefruit juice. All I can say is that it was delicious, light and memorable. Big smiles.<br />
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Well, I'm glad to be home. I'm on the road again in 2 weeks. Time to get busy.<br />
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Until the next time... Hugs, Robin<br />
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<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-32597439539604232252017-09-03T15:54:00.000-05:002017-09-04T23:34:20.203-05:00Birthday Bash at The Needle BugHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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September is here, too. Hello football games 🏈. Hello fall season 🍂. Hello happy birthday month to Leigh Miller 🎂.<br />
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You might ask, "Who is Leigh Miller?" Leigh owns <a href="http://www.theneedlebug.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">The Needle Bug</span></a>, a needlepoint shop in Montgomery, AL.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Needle Bug in Montgomery, AL</td></tr>
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I like to call it the "Jewel of the South." So much goes on there: a strong stable of national needlepoint teachers come teach at her shop (I'm lucky to be one... see you in November!); a vivacious ANG (American Needlepoint Group) Montgomery chapter gathers at The Needle Bug; and the inventory is well-stocked (but not limited to) threads, ribbons, beads, totes, reading glasses, magnets, canvases, and books. Bells and whistles galore. The Needle Bug has weekly stitch-ins and trunk shows as well as hosts stitching retreats including the debut of <a href="https://www.canvasaneedlepointadventure.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">CANVAS</span></a> a needlepoint adventure in January 2018. Full service PLUS!<br />
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There is much more to Leigh Miller than needlepoint. She has a compassionate heart for animals, too. And on this topic, she decided years ago to not make her birthday about "her" but rather a way for others to celebrate her day by helping others. Specifically to help the animals 🐶🐕🐱🐈.<br />
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Leigh created the "<b>Birthday Bash</b>" shelter animal food fundraiser benefitting the Montgomery Humane Society. This is her 7th year. Last year The Needle Bug (with wonderful support from the needlepoint community and beyond) donated 5,250 LBS of dog/cat food; bringing a total of over 12,000 LBS since the beginning.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A view inside The Needle Bug during <b>Birthday Bash</b> 2016</td></tr>
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Here is how the <b>Birthday Bash</b> works... Starting September 1, The Needle Bug takes donations for the days of September leading up to her birthday on September 17. Customers can bring in dog/cat food of any amount, and they can use up to 50 pounds of it toward a discount on 1 in-stock item in the shop. For example: 30LB of food = 30% off an in-stock item. Some customers take this opportunity to donate up to 300 and even 400 LBS of food even though their maximum discount is 50%. The <b>Birthday Bash</b> also accepts monetary donations from those far away. 😊 Of course, The Needle Bug makes a day of it (on Leigh's special day) with Silent Auctions, food, drink and fun; thus it is called a "<b>Birthday Bash</b>."<br />
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You can follow The Needle Bug on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/theneedlebug/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Facebook</span></a>.<br />
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Here is their contact info:<br />
The Needle Bug<br />
7012 Vaughn Road<br />
Montgomery, AL 36116<br />
(334) 270-0064<br />
<a href="mailto:info@theneedlebug.com" target="_blank">info@theneedlebug.com</a><br />
<a href="http://www.theneedlebug.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">www.theneedlebug.com</span></a><br />
Hours: M, W, Th, F 10AM-4PM; Tues 10AM - 6PM; Saturday: by appointment only.<br />
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Here are some stitches in honor of this year's <b>Birthday Bash </b>at The Needle Bug...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Paw Print Background stitch for you.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Every dog needs a Bone.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A <b>Birthday Bash</b> stitch for you.</td></tr>
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Let's sing Leigh a Happy Birthday ♬ and help out those furry pups and mews, too.<br />
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I will be teaching in the Chicago area at <a href="http://www.northshoreneedleworks.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">North Shore Needleworks</span></a> next week. Coming home late Sunday. I will blog about my adventures on the next day.<br />
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Until then... HUGS, RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-69859745844998503842017-08-27T18:27:00.000-05:002017-08-28T07:44:32.048-05:00Have your Zen moment with ZeccaHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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What a week! Politics aside... Mother Nature is showing us who's boss. Hang in there, Texas!! <br />
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We need a moment of Zen, and needlepoint from <a href="http://zecca.net/needlepoint/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Zecca</span></a> is just the right place to start.<br />
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Karen Hennessey creates a wonderful world of color, design and thoughtfulness. For me, it all began with "Early Bird" (ZE -107).<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Early Bird" by Zecca (ZE-107)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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I also stitched the "Thistle" (ZE-178) and "Lotus Squared" (ZE-134) ... small designs with lots of techniques to share. Great teachable moments! These commercial stitch guides are available thru your Local/Favorite Needlepoint stores from Zecca.<br />
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(Side note: Zecca will attend the Dallas Market on September 9th weekend. It is a Cash & Carry Market; your shop owner can bring some Zecca goodness to you. 😊)<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Early Bird" (ZE-107) by Zecca<br />
Stitch guide by Robin King </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Thistle" (ZE-178 ) by Zecca<br />
Stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Lotus Squared" (ZE-134) by Zecca<br />
Stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<li>Birds in Paradise 1 (ZE-344A)</li>
<li>Make Stuff Be Happy (ZE-314)</li>
<li>Bird Purse (ZE 208)</li>
<li>Turquoise Paisley (ZE-330)</li>
<li>Home is Where the Heart Is (ZE-379)</li>
<li>Molting Season (ZE-280)</li>
<li>Vested Owl (ZE-318)</li>
<li>Winter (ZE-103)</li>
<li>Fall (ZE-99)</li>
<li>Summer (ZE-98)</li>
<li>The Librarian (ZE-258)</li>
<li>Koi Pond (ZE-326)</li>
<li>Housework (ZE-322)</li>
<li>Wading (ZE-341)</li>
<li>Little Family (ZE-256)</li>
<li>Anu (ZE-282)</li>
<li>Many Birds (ZE-293)</li>
<li>Peacock (ZE-262A)</li>
<li>Don't Pursue Happiness... Create It. (ZE-118)</li>
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Here's some of those stitch guides finished. Love it when stitchers send me photos!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Many Birds" by Zecca (ZE-293)<br />
stitched by Leslie Hanna<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Molting Season" by Zecca (ZE-280)<br />
"Wading" by Zecca (ZE-341)<br />
stitched by Alice Gertzman<br />
stitch guides by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Vested Owl" by Zecca (ZE-318)<br />
stitched by Jan Stone<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Little Family" by Zecca (ZE-256)<br />
stitched by Jane Makowka<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Don't Pursue Happiness... Create It." by Zecca (ZE-118)<br />
stitched by Luanne Samson<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Currently, there could not be a truer message for me than this canvas called "Housework." 😀</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Housework" by Zecca (ZE-322)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Last thing to show you is how finishing can enhance one's needlepoint. I finished my "Lotus Squared" canvas into a black lacquered box which was handy for traveling and teaching. Plus, I really like to have useful items, too.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Lotus Squared" by Zecca (ZE-134)<br />
stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Several years ago, I taught at Ruth Schmuff's shop, Bedecked and Beadazzled. Ruth stitched the same "Lotus Squared" and had hers framed; she does love color. What a talented lady!</div>
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Well, that's all for now. Go discover Zecca and find your inner Zen. ☮</div>
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-4091651761296353072017-08-20T16:57:00.000-05:002017-08-20T16:58:11.714-05:00The Sun, The Moon and The EclipseHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Sunday... SUN day. Monday... MOON day. Today is Sunday; my newly designated day to blog. 😊 Tomorrow is a special Monday: it's Eclipse Day for 14 of these United States. Entering at Oregon and exiting at South Carolina, we will get to experience briefly the absence of the Sun... a total Eclipse.<br />
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What is a Solar Eclipse? It occurs when the Moon crosses between the Earth and the Sun. Only those experiencing daylight can witness the Solar Eclipse. (Conversely, at night, one would experience a Lunar Eclipse when the Full Moon goes behind the Earth.)</div>
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Ever ask the question how can the tiny Moon block the big Sun? Here's an interesting explanation from NASA.</div>
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This isn't our first Solar Eclipse, but it has been a while (in 1776) since one traveled only in the USA. There have been other Solar Eclipses limited to only a few states. Tomorrow's is the big mama jamma! 70 miles wide!! and over 2,450 miles long. This is the Eclipse of our life!</div>
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There are cool websites showing the pathway of tomorrow's Eclipse and when/where to expect it in your neighborhood.<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2017/7/25/16019892/solar-eclipse-2017-interactive-map" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Vox.com interactive Solar Eclipse map</span></a> </li>
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I live in Memphis and we will have 93.3% of the Sun blocked at the peak at 1:23:08PM Central Time. A partial Eclipse, but still very cool!!</div>
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I plan on experiencing this Eclipse. I will be outside. I want to feel the Eclipse on my shoulders. Pat says the wind should kick up. I WILL NOT LOOK at the SUN!!! Never ever do it. You only have one pair of eyes. (There was a man on TV who had looked during a partial Eclipse in the 1960s and he still has partial blindness today.) There will be enough TV coverage to watch the replay from the comfort of your own home. Only the ISO 12312-2 safety standard Solar Eclipse glasses should be used. But be careful, there are "fake" Solar Eclipse glasses out there!!</div>
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There are websites showing how to view the Solar Eclipse using a box (creating a Camera Obscura). Hey wait... isn't this a needlepoint blog? Oops. Sorry. I get really jazzed over science events. Keeping with the Sun/Moon theme, let's talk needlepoint.</div>
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Two years ago when teaching at <a href="http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/home.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">The Nimble Needle-Atlanta</span></a> for a canvas enhancement class, Adrienne P. attended and submitted this clever canvas "Sun and Moon Phases" (CBK Needlepoint • artist, Brenda Kooler • KDS-PL 07 • 12.75" square on 13 mesh) for a stitch guide. </div>
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CBK Needlepoint • artist, Brenda Kooler<br />
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Look at these fun happy threads! Raises your spirit, doesn't it. 😊</div>
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Stitch guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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Adrienne recently finished the canvas and sent me a photo. Needless to say, I was beyond thrilled. Awesome job, Adrienne!!!</div>
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Many, many years ago I stitched this "Crescent Moon" by Shelly Tribbey (H209); stitch guide by Amy Bunger. I learned several techniques on this canvas: Appliquéd Flair (cheek), Cut Turkey Work (pumpkin fringe), Ruching (hair), and Raised Stem (eyelid). Thanks, Amy for helping me build my needlepoint repertoire! </div>
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Stitch guide by Amy Bunger<br />
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Here's one of my favorite stitches for a Moon... Irregular Eyelets. </div>
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The Eyelets are different shapes with different length legs. They can also have offset "eyes." Great look for creating the Moon's craters on a Halloween canvas. You can use Petite Silk Lamé Braid or Kreinik size 4 on 18 mesh... or even some Glow in the Dark thread. <b><i><span style="color: #e69138;">Boo!</span></i></b></div>
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Oh, and one last thing... an Eclipse Cocktail. After all, we do need to "properly" celebrate this celestial occasion. Here's a recipe from the <a href="http://simplydarrling.com/2017/06/total-solar-eclipse-cocktail-recipe/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">SimplyDarrling.com</span></a> blog.</div>
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Well, that all for now. Going to get my chores done <i>today</i> so I can enjoy the Eclipse <i>tomorrow</i>.</div>
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-27111178353461370912017-08-13T14:35:00.001-05:002017-08-13T14:35:56.094-05:00Beading Wrap-upHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Thought I'd wrap up our conversation on Beading. So far we've talked about Stitch Beading and Bricked Beading. Today we will talk about some other Beading techniques you might want to use on your needlepoint.<br />
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Let's begin with <b>Messy Beading</b>. I first heard about this from another needlepoint teacher, Julia Snyder. I'd like to show you how I do Messy Beading. The general concept is to add multiple beads at a time per stitch. Permission given to add the Beads in a random fashion; pile them on, if you wish.<br />
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When I was stitching this flower on the "Flowers in a Vase" canvas (ND 311), I wanted a "ring" of beads at the outer edge of the flower center. I was going for a 3D effect and decided to try Messy Beading. I used size 11 Seed Beads and added 3 Beads at a time per stitch. I really liked the look. Thank you, Julia for your endless creativity.<br />
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Next let's talk about <b>Piggyback Beading</b>. It is when you have one Bead stacked on top of another Bead. The larger Bead is on the bottom and the smaller Bead is on top... going along for the ride.</div>
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When I was stitching the "Lotus Squared" canvas by Zecca (ZE 134), I used the Piggyback Beading technique for the Red Dots. I used size 6 Bead for the bottom Bead and size 11 Bead for the top Bead. What a great way to take deal with dots; letting the Beads do all the heavy lifting.</div>
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Next let's talk about <b>String Beading</b>. This technique can have both ends attached to the canvas or one end attached with the other end loose.</div>
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I used the "both ends" secured when I laid down a string of Beads on top of a Ribbon for some extra decoration.</div>
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I used the "one end" secured when I made a Tassel with Beads on my "Nutcrackers Christmas Stocking" (Shelly Tribbey CS17). Notice how you can use a combination of Beads (Bugle Beads and Seed Beads).</div>
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Throw on a Bicone Crystal Bead and call me happy. 😊</div>
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Next up: <b>Lasso Beading</b>. I use the Lasso Beading Technique when there is a single Bead standing all by itself.</div>
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Last technique I'd like to mention is the <b>Stacked Beads</b>. This is what I did on the "Sunflower and Berries" (ND 309). You bring the needle up where you want the stack. Add the Beads that make up the stack. Take the needle and thread back down through all Beads (except the top Bead) and give a little tug to make the stack stand up. </div>
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But wait.. there's more. You can add a Bead whenever there is a Tent Stitch. You can use a Bead to attach a Sequin. You can use Beads when making Jessicas. The possibilities are endless. 😊</div>
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My last helpful hint is to secure (on the backside of the canvas) the beaded technique before you move to another area. We want to make sure the Beads don't get loose!</div>
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Well, that's all for now. Time to see what's for lunch. </div>
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Until the next time... HUGS, Robin</div>
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-84370587771329749872017-08-06T15:04:00.000-05:002017-08-06T15:04:52.865-05:00Bricked Beading (aka Beaded Brick Stitch) with RobinHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Hello fellow Bead-niks. 😊<br />
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How was your week? I've been writing stitch guides for my upcoming Canvas Enhancement class next month at Quail Run Needlework in Scottsdale, AZ; September 23-26, 2017.<br />
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Look at these fun canvases!<br />
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The artists are Quail Run Designs, Susan Roberts Needlepoint (artist, Ashley Dillon), Maggie Co. (artist, Karla Gerard), Tapestry Fair (artist, Pat Scheurich), Nenah Stone, NeedleDeeva, Julia's Needleworks (artist, Peter Ashe), Winnetka Designs, and Shorebird Designs (artist, Kathryn Molineux).<br />
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I still have these 3 canvases to work on this week; artists include Trubey Designs, Quail Run Designs, and Birds of a Feather.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Iris" by Trubey Designs<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Bright Cactus" by Quail Run Designs<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"Bon Voyage" by Birds of a Feather<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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As always, these stitch guides will be available from me after the class (September 23-26, 2017). You can email me for any information including wholesale inquiries at <a href="mailto:creativecats@comcast.net" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">creativecats@comcast.net</span></a>.<br />
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Last week's topic, Stitch Beading with Robin, was a success. The Needlepoint Study Hall blog had 2300 viewers. Wow and thank you! 😊<br />
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Today, let's continue with another type of Beading called <i>Bricked Beading</i> or <i>Brick Beading</i>. You might even call it <i>Beaded Brick</i>. Either way is good with me.<br />
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Long time followers of this blog might remember an earlier episode (<a href="http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/2010/04/beading-pumpkin-balloon.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">April 8, 2010</span></a>) about Beaded Brick Stitch. You can step into the Way-Back Machine to read about the link I've provided. But, we will discuss it again because it is such an interesting technique.<br />
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First, let's understand the concept: you are doing the Brick Stitch using Beads instead of Thread. <br />
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You will follow the Brick Stitch pathway adding a Bead one stitch at a time. Generally speaking, you will want to use slightly larger beads compared to the canvas mesh you are using (for example, a size 11 Seed Beads on an 18 mesh canvas) so the Bead sits over the hole. You will still use one long strand Beading Thread doubled in the needle.<br />
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Then, all you need to do is to Bead. Become one with your zen spirit and watch the pattern develop. Here are some examples of Bricked Beading from my stitch guides.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beaded Brick stitch Red, Pink Hearts<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King<br />Jolly Nutcrackers • dede Ogden</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beaded Brick stitch Pumpkin Face<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King<br />Floating Cat Pumpkin Balloon<br /> Kirk & Bradley • KB115 </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beaded Brick stitch Apple<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King<br />Gone Fishin' • Annie Lane • 0151<br />model stitched by Dwana McKee, Dallas, TX</td></tr>
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Wanna know something cool? You can also use <a href="http://www.fusionbeads.com/search?keywords=triangle%20japanese%20seed%20beads" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Triangle Japanese Seed Beads</span></a> for your Beaded Brick stitch. I used them for some of the Skull Heads on the "Head Games" stitch guide; artist Sandra Gilmore/Once in a Blue Moon/ Fleur, SG-13-032. Very effective!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beaded Brick technique Skull<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King<br />Head Games • Sandra Gilmore • SG-13-032<br />model stitched by Sheilah King, Atlanta, GA</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Triangle Beads very effective!<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King<br />Head Games • Sandra Gilmore • SG-13-032<br />model stitched by Sheilah King, Atlanta, GA</td></tr>
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Hmmm...looking at my remaining Quail Run stitch guides... I'm thinking some of the blooms on the "Bright Cactus" might be fun in the Beaded Brick technique.<br />
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Well, that's all for now. Onward for the rest of our Sunday. Have a good week. Tell your friends about Needlepoint Study Hall. I'm back! 😊 See you next Sunday.<br />
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Until then... Hugs! RobinRobinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-74835991731496556402017-07-30T21:17:00.000-05:002017-07-30T21:17:21.969-05:00Stitch Beading with Robin Hi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Regular scheduled blogging does take some prep work. Mainly, to come up with something to say each week. I put this question out to my Facebook friends...<br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #1d2129; font-family: "san francisco" , , "blinkmacsystemfont" , ".sfnstext-regular" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.23999999463558197px;">Trying to stay on my weekly Sunday blogging schedule on Needlepoint Study Hall. Any needlepoint topics, ideas, concepts, themes you'd like to me cover? Since I'm hoping to maintain a consistent schedule, the more suggestions the merrier. I will send my needlepoint stitch collection PDF to the topic winner(s). You will get your name listed in the blog, too. Many thanks in advance! </span><span class="_47e3 _5mfr" style="color: #1d2129; font-family: "san francisco" , , "blinkmacsystemfont" , ".sfnstext-regular" , sans-serif; font-size: 14px; letter-spacing: -0.23999999463558197px; line-height: 0; margin: 0px 1px; vertical-align: middle;" title="smile emoticon"><img alt="" class="img" height="16" role="presentation" src="https://www.facebook.com/images/emoji.php/v9/feb/2/16/1f642.png" style="border: 0px; vertical-align: -3px;" width="16" /></span></blockquote>
I had some wonderful responses and many asked about Beading.<br />
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As it turns out, I do have some specific steps I use when Beading which I often share with my classes. And since we are in Needlepoint Study Hall, I'd like to share them with you, too.<br />
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So today's topic is Stitch Beading... Robin King style.<br />
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First of all, let it be said that if you are already an excellent Beader and/or already have a technique which works for you, please stick with the one who brought you to the dance. I am not wanting to change anyone's techniques which are working for them.<br />
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I'm offering some helpful hints for those who haven't Beaded or those who do Bead but can't get the Beads to line up or stay straight in place.<br />
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Generally speaking when we add Beads to our needlepoint, we will want them to be in the same direction as the Basketweave stitch which leans to the right (/).<br />
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In order to accomplish that feat, your Beading thread will go in the direction of Florida to Seattle. Here are some helpful diagrams for those of us who are visual learners.<br />
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Who knew!!</td></tr>
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You will want to use 2 ply Beading Thread. I like to use the size 10 Beading Needles. I use one long strand Beading Thread to go thru the eye of the needle. Then I pull the 2 ends together and tie one knot. This gives me the Thread Doubled in the Needle effect.<br />
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You will want to tug on your Beading Thread to help get the "stretch" out of it prior to using. You can also use Beeswax on your Beading Thread. There are many options of Beading Threads. You can use the colorful Superlon Nylon Beading Thread and/or the Crystal Fireline Beading Thread (great when working with Swarovski Crystals). Again, I'm not trying to change your dance partner... just showing what works good for me.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Colorful Superlon Beading Thread</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Crystal Fireline Beading Thread</td></tr>
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Now we are ready to start Beading. Gulp! (It's OK. I'm here with you.)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Stitch Beading places the Bead<br />
across each intersection.</td></tr>
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I tried many different beading pathways (some without much success), and finally went line by line; working my stitches across in rows going from the right side to the left side of the canvas. Each time going from Florida to Seattle. </div>
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It all went great... until the last Bead in the row was added. He turned into the drunken sailor who didn't follow the others; the wonkiest in the line of well-behaved Beads!</div>
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😬 What was happening? Why me!! Oh, I'll never bead again. Yes. Those words filled my head and made me run away from future Beading opportunities. But then, I became a Teacher. 😊 I needed to solve my problem so I could help others. </div>
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💡enter The Pinhead stitch... or you might know it as the Pin Stitch.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pinhead Stitch,<br />
your needlepoint BFF</td></tr>
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The Pinhead Stitch is something every Needlepointer needs to know. If you don't know about it, that's OK. I'm the See One, Do One, Teach One gal, and will bring you into the Club. We will do a quick introduction about the Pinhead Stitch today and I will continue on its merits next week. (Sweet! We have another blog topic.)</div>
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The Pinhead Stitch can be vertical, horizontal, or diagonal and it goes across 1 canvas thread/intersection.</div>
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How does the Pinhead Stitch help me get my drunken sailor inline with the other Beads? A well-behaved Bead is all about not having extra rope (aka Beading Thread). Loose tension is the demise of all Beading; we want to avoid floppy and wonky.</div>
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Remember, I said I did my Beading from Right to Left. The mojo was working and I needed to stick with the sequence. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here we go...</td></tr>
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But the distance traveled from Left back to Right gave the Beading Thread a chance to get loose.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Danger, Will Robinson!</td></tr>
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So after each "end" Bead, I did a vertical Pinhead Stitch directly below the Bead. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Keeping the end Bead on a short leash.</td></tr>
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Then I did more vertical Pinhead Stitches along the same line working towards my next starting point. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Travel with the Pinhead Stitch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Ready to begin the next row.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pinhead Stitch is your BFF.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Travel with the Pinhead Stitch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Are we already on row 3? Sweet.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Look how nice they are behaving.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pinhead Stitch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Work it back to the beginning.</td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIFmanO2_RzfVCds6MAjLfn3BmYoC0AEiDUEre5968m9pXpVp-c-CMtHpFq8Na3j4G2T2CMTrPsJWRZ4QNmthhaoYI15SH_HaSMdBC3az7tKuk8abqySyjZg2rng7YZZJiMhFJ3MAAtE/s1600/Beading+Sequence+12.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1428" data-original-width="1188" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBIFmanO2_RzfVCds6MAjLfn3BmYoC0AEiDUEre5968m9pXpVp-c-CMtHpFq8Na3j4G2T2CMTrPsJWRZ4QNmthhaoYI15SH_HaSMdBC3az7tKuk8abqySyjZg2rng7YZZJiMhFJ3MAAtE/s320/Beading+Sequence+12.png" width="266" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Beading is fun!</td></tr>
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Just a few more things to mention. I tug with force as I bring my Beading Thread up to the front of the canvas (as well as down to the back of the canvas) to make sure it didn't get knotted or jumbled on the hidden side. Nothing worse than turning your canvas over and seeing a hitch in your get-along. I don't let go of the Beading Thread: I keep tension on the Beading Thread as I pass from above to below the canvas. Also, I "flick" the Bead onto the top of the canvas intersection to put it in its place. </div>
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Many thanks to Michelle H., Ada H., Patricia W., and Ellen D. who all asked about Beading. I hope this helps.</div>
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-13513759540786510822017-07-23T15:36:00.000-05:002017-07-23T15:54:26.816-05:00Instant Pot means more time for NeedlepointHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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When I'm on deadlines, the domestic goddess within me takes a break. All hands on deck to get the stitch guides done and me on the airplane... dusting and vacuuming can wait for another day.<br />
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Cooking is another time interrupter. Turkey Sandwiches are the quick fix. Chinese take out or Whole Foods hot bar are my go-to when I have entered the "not cooking" zone.<br />
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We've all faced this same dilemma: lose track of time while in our Needlepoint world, and then someone asks..."What's for dinner?"<br />
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I have discovered a wonderful kitchen helper... the Instant Pot. My sister Kathy has one and she showed me its merits when I was visiting the family last year.<br />
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The Instant Pot is a duo 7-in-1 multi-use programmable Pressure Cooker and Slow Cooker. I have the 6-Quart, but it also comes in 8-Quart capacity. I got mine from Amazon. <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Instant-Pot-Multi-Use-Programmable-Pressure/dp/B00FLYWNYQ/ref=pd_ys_c_rfy_rp_all_3?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00FLYWNYQ&pd_rd_r=NDG9NZ47Q3Z1J7XX0B5H&pd_rd_w=STpAe&pd_rd_wg=4FW1J&refRID=C0TA7WZK4EAFSKR3Y53B&th=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Here's the Instant Pot link.</span></a><br />
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There's no need to fear the Instant Pot. Yes, it's a pressure cooker, but those hissing-spinning-jiggly-valve stove top pressure cookers from our youth are long gone. We've entered the 21st century and speed is our trusty companion. </div>
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There are cookbooks to help you thru the learning curve as well as an Instant Pot Community on Facebook. Quite a few foodie bloggers are now incorporating Instant Pot recipes.</div>
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There's even an App for that! I use this App on my iPad. There is an Android App, too. </div>
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<a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/instant-pot/id1236561148" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Download iOS App here</span></a></td></tr>
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Here are some links to the recipes I have used with great results and fanfare...</div>
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<a href="http://nomnompaleo.com/post/148597361748/pressure-cooker-summer-italian-chicken" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Pressure Cooker Summer Italian Chicken</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://www.cookingclassy.com/instant-pot-slow-cooker-salsa-chicken-tacos/#more-32104" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Instant Pot or Slow Cooker Salsa Chicken Tacos</span></a></div>
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<a href="https://myheartbeets.com/instant-pot-taco-meat/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Instant Pot Taco Meat</span></a></div>
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<a href="http://heatherlikesfood.com/instant-pot-chicken-fettuccini-alfredo/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Instant Pot Chicken Fettuccini Alfredo</span></a></div>
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So with all that newly found time... I was able to chart more stitches. Lucky me... lucky you. 😊</div>
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inspired by the one and only Melissa Shirley</td></tr>
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a diamond pattern with some extra pizzazz</td></tr>
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Well, that's all for now. Going to make some Spaghetti sauce in the IP. Dinner will be ready in an Instant!<br />
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Until the next time... HUGS! Robin<br />
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-25761276043972780382017-07-16T11:02:00.000-05:002017-07-16T11:02:27.578-05:00a new Patriotic Club from The Nimble Needle-AtlantaHi Everybody... Robin here...<br />
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Have you seen the new Needlepoint Club beginning this month from The Nimble Needle in Sandy Springs, GA? Here's their current ad in <i><u>Needlepoint Now</u></i>.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">"From Sea to Shining Sea" Club • The Nimble Needle-Atlanta<br />
featuring patriotic designs from Labors of Love Needlepoint</td></tr>
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It's called "From Sea to Shining Sea"... a patriotic club featuring 8 ornaments from Labors of Love Needlepoint.<br />
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Veterans Day... or every day!</td></tr>
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Each ornament is on 18 mesh featuring 1776 Shield, Flag, George Washington, Liberty Bell, Betsy Ross, Uncle Sam, Liberty Torch, and Eagle. Each canvas, stitch guide, threads, beads & baubles will be shipped monthly.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">1776 Shield<br />
July 2017<br />
LL462-F<br />
3.5" x 4.25" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Flag<br />
August 2017<br />
LL462-E<br />
4.7.5" x 4.25" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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September 2017<br />
LL462-A<br />
2.25" x 4.75" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Liberty Bell<br />
October 2017<br />
LL462-H<br />
3.75" x 4.25" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Betsy Ross<br />
November 2017<br />
LL462-C<br />
3" x 5.25" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Uncle Sam<br />
December 2017<br />
LL462-B<br />
2" x 5.25" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Liberty Torch<br />
January 2018<br />
LL462-G<br />
4.5" round on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Eagle<br />
February 2018<br />
LL462-D<br />
5.25" x 3.5" on 18 mesh</td></tr>
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You can see more about this and other monthly clubs from The Nimble Needle-Atlanta using this link... <a href="http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/monthly_clubs.html" target="_blank">http://www.atlantanimbleneedle.com/monthly_clubs.html</a></div>
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Side note: I enjoyed creating this magazine ad; just one of many feathers in my cap behind this computer!<br />
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Well, that's all for now. Hopefully the neighbors will run out of fireworks soon!</div>
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Until then... Hugs, Robin<br />
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Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-39982291223945060122017-07-09T17:31:00.001-05:002017-07-14T20:33:58.732-05:00new pastel Painters ThreadsHi Everybody... Robin here.<br />
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Today's topic is the new pastel colors of Painters Threads. Have you seen them? Did you already know about the original colors of Painters Threads?<br />
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Let's start from the beginning... or at least, my knowledge about Painters Threads.<br />
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Once upon a time, there was (and still is) a company called YLI Corp. They made the RibbonFloss threads, a soft braided rayon. Originally, they were on a cardboard spool and later they were on a plastic paddle. You might think of them as "cousins" to the Neon Rays threads from Rainbow Gallery.<br />
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Then the ShimmerBlend RibbonFloss came along; the original RibbonFloss with a touch of Metallic. Again, you might think of them as "cousins" to the Neon Rays Plus threads from Rainbow Gallery.<br />
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Well, the Painters Threads were born in Germany from the ShimmerBlend RibbonFloss base thread; hand-painted in wonderful rich colors. Each color way was named for a famous painter whose painting inspired the choice of blended colors. For example... Klimt, Picasso, GrandmaMoses, and Chagall. How about that! You get to stitch with a beautiful thread and get some art history at the same time!!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">original Painters Threads<br />
ShimmerBlend Ribbon Floss</td></tr>
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I have been a fan of the Painters Threads collection for a very long time. They've expanded their line to also include #4 and #8 Metallic Braid, Soie d'Alger 7 strand Silk Floss, Perle Cotton, Silk Ribbons, Gimp, and Ric Rac. Your local/favorite needlepoint shop can show you all what's available in the Painters Thread line of products.<br />
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This round-about introduction now brings me to today's topic: Pastel Painters Threads. 😀 Introducing 10 new colors in pastel shades made with the ShimmerBlend RibbonFloss base.<br />
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ShimmerBlend Ribbon Floss</td></tr>
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<b>Row 1</b><br />
Island - P001, Aruba - P002, Riesling - P003, Pomelo - P004, Suricata - P005<br />
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<b>Row 2</b><br />
Peony - P006, Agave - P007, Koala - P008, Longan - P009, Syringa - P010<br />
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Aren't they pretty! I can't wait to use them... and to also include them in upcoming stitch guides!<br />
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I would still use my flat iron on these Painters Threads prior to stitching for a nice smooth effect.<br />
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For those new to the Needlepoint Study Hall blog, here's a link to my previous discussion on Straightening Neon Rays using a flat iron. Wow! Has it really been 6 years since that posting?!!<br />
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<a href="http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/2011/03/straightening-neon-rays_27.html" target="_blank">http://needlepointstudyhall.blogspot.com/2011/03/straightening-neon-rays_27.html</a><br />
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Well, that's all for now. Wanted to share with you what's new with me.<br />
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Until the next time... Hugs, Robin<br />
<br />Robinhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08388278155875244126noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7949761035348585854.post-63126388721980435122017-07-02T12:03:00.000-05:002017-07-02T12:03:23.748-05:00Happy July 4thHello, hello!<br />
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It's me... Robin... your absent blogger. I'm back and boy, have I missed you!<br />
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Where has the time gone?<br />
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Well, for me, I've been here all the time; in front of the computer writing stitch guides and traveling to/teaching at wonderful Needlepoint stores across this country. Often when I'm under deadlines (translation the plane is leaving in ____ days) I tend to hunker down and forgo life's responsibilities including blogging.<br />
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Facebook has been my go-to platform for updates. But, seriously, absent for almost 2 years?!! I apologize.<br />
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So... I'm back.<br />
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The July 4th holiday is upon us. BBQ, picnics, family reunions, potato salad... fond memories!<br />
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I've also had the pleasure of writing several July 4th/Americana themed stitch guides.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The Fourth<br />Fleur • artist, Sandra Gilmore<br />SG-18-285<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">American Eagle Flag<br />Amanda Lawford<br />AL 26006<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">American Bald Eagle<br />The Meredith Collection • artist, Charley Harper<br />HC-A235<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">July 4th Picnic Baskets<br />Melissa Shirley Designs<br />artist, Mary Lake-Thompson<br />MLT 213<br />Stitch Guide by Robin King</td></tr>
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<br />Here's the stitch guide I am currently writing... It's called "God Bless America" by Cooper Oaks Design (artist, Melissa McLeod • MML 921). <div>
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This is for my next Canvas Enhancement class in September 2017... at North Shore Needleworks in the Chicago area. This will be my first time teaching there and I am looking forward to meeting everyone. I will be sure to bring you along with me on my journey.</div>
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As I've mentioned before, all of my stitch guides are available from me. Just email me your request and I will get back with you the details. You can reach me at creativecats@comcast.net.<br /><div>
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Well, that's all for now. Have a safe and enjoyable July 4th holiday. Hope you get to do some stitching. Here's a Stars chart for you. I'm a giver! 😊</div>
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Until the next time... HUGS, Robin</div>
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