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Embroidery and Laces By : Sarah Martin Embroidery is the art of decorating a fabric with thread and needle. Its origin is lost among the earliest historical peoples. Reproductions of needlework have been found on the statues and frescoes handed down to us from antiquity, but embroidery as we know it was developed along with the other textiles in Italy during the sixteenth century. How to make a fabric coffee holder By : Sharon L. Neth Are you an avid coffee drinker? Who isn't with all the multi tasking that we are doing these days just to make ends meet! Why is it that you always see those paper coffee holders that are a boring shade of brown and it just sits there with no personality? If you are a creative person like I am, that loves to show off what you can make and how simply stylish a coffee holder can be. Check out my tip How to make hot pads out of a mattress pad By : Sharon L. Neth Things that you will need for this project: Cotton mattress pad Basic sewing supplies Rick rack or other edging material Imagination Redwork Embroidery Then And Now By : David Faulkner Redwork embroidery is an old type of needlework that originated in England in the early years of the 19th century. It got its name from the color of the thread initially used for this particular type of embroidery. Embroidery Around The World And Through The Ages By : Debra F From the earliest times man has appreciated delicate and beautiful things. In fact, it is evidenced that as early as 3000 BC man began to decorate and embellish personal belongings using intricate needlework or embroidery. History of Needlepoint By : Jo Kefford There are conflicting opinions as to the terms describing needlepoint. The differences may result from the fact that needlepoint has come down to us from various countries and in various stitches. Briefly, needlepoint is embroidery on canvas, the most common stitch is half of a cross-stitch, which is also called ‘Tent stitch’. The Five Basic Types of Needlepoint Stitches By : carolyn mcneil Cross Stitches are probably the most popular type of stitch used today. Crossed Stitches are a principal stitch used in needlepoint tapestry. They are exactly what the name implies - stitches that are created by crossing the threads over each other. The size of the crossed stitch can vary, depending on the thickness of the thread and the gauge of the canvas. The History of Sewing and Trimming By : Korbin Newlyn Even in centuries past, people have always desired fashion in one form or another that was more than simply functional, but had traits of beauty as well. While you will find that a dress will cover up and keep a person warm, there is a world of difference from a plain dress and a dress that is truly stunning. Review of the Hidden Secrets Of Needlework By : John Williams I hope this article brings to those who appreciate the real value, the joys of creating pretty and exquisite pieces of work from vintage, old-fashioned craft patterns.

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