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Changes in DMC floss colours by [email protected]
Anyone know the outcome..Just curious..I find it hard with the unavailability of the old colors and not knowing the exact color..sure I can attempt to match the color card..but if you are off..hmm...it would be nice if there was an official chart with substitute DMC colors now and what phased out...
September 15th 16 11:45 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Heirloom Christmas Stockings book by [email protected]
Are you talking about the BH&G CrossStitch magazine? I think there was a stocking featured on the cover once a year. I had a subscription to that magazine for years, many years ago (at least 20). They've been packed in a trunk in the garage for a lot of years, so I'm not sure what kind of shape...
August 22nd 16 07:13 PM
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Bucilla "Celestial"pillowcase kit, lost instructions by patty
i have finished half of the pillowcase and I lost the instructions. Does anyone have them. --
August 19th 16 04:13 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Machine Embroidery by pecan[_4_]
Hi. It's been several years since I posted here, and almost as many for my mother, Joyce in Africa, whom some of you might remember. I have tried setting up her computer to get newsgroups, but haven't got it working yet. The reason I'm here today is in the vagur=e hope of finding someone who...
July 13th 16 06:47 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Twisted thread by [email protected]
Hi. I'm a newbie. When I make a stitch it looks good as its being pulled down thru the hole; then,just at the very last second, it twists back on itself. I've tried everything suggested to make this stop. Anyone know what in the world I'm doing? Thanks.
July 13th 16 06:40 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Dimensions Gold Collection/Thread? by [email protected]
I have a Dimension Gold Captivating Felines Kit which unfortunately has become separated from its chart/instructions. I have everything else that came with the kit just not the instructions. Does anyone know how I might be able to get a replacement chart? When I google Dimensions my results...
July 13th 16 06:35 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Anyone have a Bill's Frame they are willing to sell? by Carol S.[_2_]
Hi everyone-- My new kittens jumped on my work in progress on my floor stand and broke part of it. It's a very old stand from Bill's Frames, which is now out of business. The part that's broken is the plastic screw part that attaches the rod to the side bar. The length of the scroll rod is...
June 24th 16 05:28 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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trammed needlepoint? by [email protected]
On Tuesday, October 28, 1997 at 3:00:00 AM UTC-5, Cathy S647 wrote: i don't think i've seen a good definition of trammed tapestries-i saw several beautiful designs on the web from beverly designs(?not too sure of the designer) i think they are stitched some way with wool before you...
June 3rd 16 03:48 AM
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Looking for tips, tricks, and warnings on beads by Danny Breidenbach
I've been working on TW's Celestial Dragon, and I'm not too far from the beading stage. I've never worked with beads, so I'm looking for input. 1. I assume it's best to do these last. Correct? 2. Should I wash and press the piece before beading? I can't imagine pressing after adding beads. 3....
May 31st 16 08:30 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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needlepoint church kneelers... by Joan Erickson
On 5/16/2016 9:49 AM, wrote: On Thursday, April 26, 2001 at 12:09:18 PM UTC+1, JDTHMLLR wrote: Hi, I've made 4 of them and would be happy to talk/correspond with you about them. Here also are some books that are helpful: The New Church Kneeler Book by...
May 31st 16 08:15 PM
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Filet Cross stitch by Bill Caloia
boocxnnut wrote: I have stitched over 2o years and never heard of this stitch. I am starting a new project. An Eagle scout for my son.Most of it are filet stitches. Nothing says what it is. Something I probably know but by another name maybe.
May 23rd 16 05:44 AM
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What's the closest LNS to.... by [email protected]
Anyone near Kent that would hook up a 20 of shards 2068830894
May 22nd 16 01:41 PM
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Guildford Cathedral Kneelers by [email protected]
I was wondering if anyone could help me. I am currently running a project at Guildford Cathedral collecting memories (both oral and written) of the early days. I am particularly interested in capturing the memories of anyone who worked on a kneeler or was involved in the Broderers Guild. I would...
May 16th 16 03:36 PM
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Wentzler's English Cottage Sampler ? by [email protected]
22 years later, and I'm also looking for these beads for the sampler!
April 2nd 16 12:06 AM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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OT old messages by Shirley
We seem to be getting a lot of old messages just lately. However here is one from an old lady. I woke this morning to find myself an Octogenarian. It is my 80th birthday. Hugs to all -- Shirley www.allcrafts.org.uk
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January 16th 16 04:55 PM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Happy New Year by Ruth[_4_]
May Your needles stay shinny and your stitches be tight whether you start from the left or the right. May your thread never tangle, in the front or the rear, And may the frog stay away for the following year! from Shepherd's Needle photo Happy New Year fellow stitchers! I thought the...
January 11th 16 04:47 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Christmas stocking - can you help identify? by bernieh
The mum of a friend of mine has a half-completed Christmas stocking, which she now hopes to finish. Unfortunately, the pattern has disappeared. Can anybody identify it for her? http://www.flickr.com/photos/25119967@N07/sets/72157604292660761 It is most likely from an American mag. TIA for any...
January 11th 16 03:49 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Need Margot Cook's Ballet Dancers by Joan Erickson
On 12/19/2015 8:27 AM, wrote: Hi. Do you still have a copy of Marty Links Prima Ballerinas? They have been out of print and my daughters who dance ballet were hoping that I make them the whole series. Thank you. There's something similar by him on eBay. Not sure...
December 29th 15 05:01 PM
by Joan Erickson Go to last post
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Holiday Greetings by Liz from Humbug[_3_]
Happy Thanksgiving to all who are celebrating today and Happy Thursday to those who aren't. And, Happy Stitching to all of us! :-) Liz from Humbug
December 12th 15 01:26 AM
by [email protected] Go to last post
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Jean McIntosh Ltd. needlework patterns by [email protected]
On Wednesday, May 24, 2000 2:00:00 AM UTC-5, Paul & Christine wrote: Years ago I was able to purchase needlework patterns by Jean McIntosh. They came in a cellophane wrapped package with a tartan background a picture of the pattern. The one pattern I am still in possession of says that...
December 1st 15 08:11 PM
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