08 October 2011
Quilting has become a popular craft over the years, especially patchwork quilting. It gives a person the chance to create a work of art using fabric and some thread. The practice of quilting has been around for centuries and comes in many shapes and forms. Patchwork quilting is where small pieces of fabric, called quarters, [...]
Posted in Quilting81 Comments
08 October 2011
I would sit and watch my granny embroider with fascination. I think that’s where my love for needlecraft began. Of course, I’m limited to a few that I love to do … she could do everything. One of her favorite was embroidery. In this post we’ll talk about a few of the embroidery tools and [...]
Posted in Embroidery100 Comments
06 October 2011
In the knitting world there are hundreds of different symbols and codes that are used in patterns and instructions. While some of these meanings are obvious, others are a bit more in depth. Knowing correct knitting terminology will help you be successful with your knitting projects. Here is a list of the most common knitting [...]
Posted in Knitting53 Comments
06 October 2011
Crochet is a craft of the ages. With its roots set back in the late 1500s, crochet has traveled through time and around the world to be the modern craft we see today. Many people do not realize that there is a deep history surrounding crochet as well as many benefits that make it worthwhile. [...]
Posted in Crochet26 Comments
05 October 2011
Creating a patchwork quilt is one of those craft projects that it is easy to get carried away with. You walk into a craft store and see the many different embellishments and fabrics that can be used and it is easy to want to go crazy. Knowing what are the essentials versus what are just [...]
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01 October 2011
Knitting is a popular needlecraft today. If you love it like I do it is hard to fight the temptation of purchasing every needle, book and yarn in site. There are so many great opportunities with knitting, but first you need the basics to get started. Among those items includes yarn, needles, scissors, a sewing [...]
Posted in Knitting32 Comments
01 October 2011
Hand embroidery is the process of using delicate thread to decorate fabric. The craft originated in Egypt and Northern Europe where hand embroidered robes, dresses and bedding were reserved for the royal family. These intricate details were hand stitched using silk threads for added beauty. Embroidery adds a unique touch to any item whether it [...]
Posted in Embroidery47 Comments
26 September 2011
Crochet is a method of creating thick fabric with yarn. It is also one of the most basic needlecrafts that a person can learn. Many people choose to learn basic crochet before attempting knitting or another type of needlecraft. Crocheting is fairly simple and only requires a crochet hook and yarn of your choice. Getting [...]
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26 September 2011
Knitting is the craft process of forming a type of fabric by using yarn. It started out as a craft that many women learned in order to make clothing for the brutal winter months, but over the generations has become the hobby of choice instead. The Lowly Beginning of Knitting Knitting originated around the 3rd [...]
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06 September 2011
Needle crafts can be a unique hobby that both decreases stress and is budget friendly. Additionally, as your talents grow, needle craft projects can be created as gifts for friends and family on holidays, birthdays, baby showers and bridal showers or sold at craft fairs for a profit. Getting started is easy and only takes [...]
Posted in All About Needle Crafts60 Comments
How Knitting Became the Hobby of Choice
Embroidery Tools and Supplies
Patchwork Quilting for Beginners
4 Steps to Getting Started with Needle Craft
Needlecraft Projects for Fun & Profit
Patchwork Quilting for Beginners
Embroidery Tools and Supplies
Knitting Terminology You Should Know
Love to Crochet? Me too!
Needle Crafts for Relieving Stress
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