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A Quaker Needlework Box
(suggested retail
price: $18)
This little box, which measures almost 3-1/2 inches, is the perfect size for holding your needlework tools. Place it on a table next to you when stitching, or take it to your favorite stitching event.
Two embroidered pinkeep medallions adorn the inside of the box, and a pincushion is on the inside of the box lid. Charts and directions are included for the embroidered box, the pinkeep medallions, a scissors weight, a needlebook, and two threadwinders. Also shown in the photo are Primitive Storklette scissors from Kelmscott Designs.
The model was stitched on 32-count Antique Ivory linen from Zweigart, Inc. using DMC 739 cotton embroidery thread and three, 6-yard skeins of Cranberry silk thread from Gloriana Threads.
The motifs are all cross stitched over one linen thread, but you can stitch them over two linen threads to create larger items. Just make sure you buy enough linen and enough thread from the same dye lot. Each strand of Gloriana Thread has 12 plies. Keep this in mind if you chose another brand of thread so that you'll have enough thread from the same dye lot to complete the project.
Stitches used: backstitch, cross stitch over one linen thread, and four-sided
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included.
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Miss Trenner's Needlework Academy
(suggested retail
price: $18)
Decorated boxes have long been used for storing needlework items. Imagine that you are attending a school like Miss Trenner’s Needlework Academy, a fictitious place in Ohio named after a stitching friend. You might need several boxes to keep your tools and threads.
We include designs for three embroidered panels, instructions for lining two boxes, and designs and instructions for a needleroll and scissors weight. The project will work with a variety of oval boxes, but we recommend either painted papier-mâché or Shaker wooden oval boxes.
The models were stitched on 36-count Light Examplar linen from Lakeside Linens and Designs using Needlepoint Inc. silk threads. DMC substitutions are provided for the silk threads.
Stitches used: alternating double backstitch, backstitch, Belgian cross, closed herringbone, cross stitch, cross stitch over one linen thread, four-sided, half cross stitch, herringbone, montenegrin, nun’s stitch, Rhodes heart, satin, and tent stitch. If desired, cross stitch can be substituted for many of the specialty stitches.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included..
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Blue House Needle Primer
(suggested retail
price: $24)
The wooden hornbook and mounting boards are included in the package.
The wooden form for this needlebook is in the shape of a hornbook. Hornbooks were used by school children for several centuries starting in Europe in the mid 1400s. They were also used in America.
The model was stitched on 36-count Sand linen from Zweigart, Inc. using overdyed cotton threads from The Gentle Art and Crescent Colours.
Stitches used: backstitch, closed herringbone, cross, cross stitch over one linen thread, nun’s stitch, Rhodes heart, satin, and tent stitch
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are provided.
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Mrs. Waddelow's Needlework Basket
(suggested retail
price: $18)
Mrs. Waddelow’s Needlework Basket is a companion piece to Mrs. Waddelow’s Huswif. This package includes charts for a lined basket with a stitched bottom panel, a ruler, two threadwinders, a button bag, and a scissors keeper.
The model was stitched on 32-count Amber linen from Wichelt using Brick thread from Weeks Dye Works.
Stitches used: backstitch and reversible cross stitch. If desired, you can use cross stitch instead of reversible cross stitch.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are provided. |
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Mrs. Waddelow's Huswif
(suggested retail
price: $18)
A huswif is a folded or
rolled case for holding needlework supplies. My design was inspired
by old ones, which were typically made from a variety of cotton prints,
both on the inside and on the outside. The inside of my huswif is
made from five different cotton prints. There are four pockets,
three flat and one gathered, and three thread rings. The huswif
outside is embroidered using only one color of overdyed cotton thread.
A needlebook is also included.
The model was stitched on 32-count Amber linen
from Wichelt using Brick thread from Weeks Dye Works.
Stitches used: backstitch and reversible cross stitch. If desired, you can use cross stitch instead of reversible cross stitch.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. The model was assembled completely by hand, but
if you wish you could use a combination of machine and hand sewing. |
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Within My Heart Sewing Case
(suggested retail
price: $15)
This envelope-style sewing case provides a lovely way to store your needlework
tools. Rings on the inside hold your threads, and there is also a large
pocket for tools and treasures. Designs for a needlebook and scissors
weight are also included.
The model was
stitched on
32-count Summer Khaki linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using DMC embroidery thread and silk threads from Dinkey-Dyes,
Gloriana Threads, and Needlepoint Inc.
Stitches used:
Algerian eye (over four linen threads), backstitch, closed herringbone,
cross, cross stitch over one linen thread, smyrna cross, tent, and
vertically elongated cross stitches.
If desired, you can substitute cross stitch for many of the specialty
stitches.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. |
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My Needle's Worke Box
(suggested retail
price: $18)
This little box, which measures nearly four inches, is the perfect size for holding your needlework tools. Place it on a table next to you when stitching or pack it up to take to your favorite stitching event. The verse on the box top, My needle does my heart engage, was taken from an old sampler verse.
Inside the box are a pincushion (on the lid) and four pockets which hold an embroidered needlebook and two embroidered threadwinders. Included in the package on directions for making a scissors weight. Also shown in the photo are a mother of pearl ruler and Seaton scissors from Kelmscott Designs.
The model was stitched on 32-count Antique Ivory linen from Zweigart, Inc. using silk threads from Crescent Colours (Belle Soie), Gloriana Threads, Needlepoint, Inc., and DMC Ecru tatting thread. DMC color substitutions are provided.
Stitches used: backstitch, closed herringbone, cross, cross stitch over one linen thread, four-sided, nun's stitch, satin, smyrna cross, tent, and vertical elongated cross stitch.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included. |
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A Fair Maiden's Etui
(suggested retail
price: $18)
The pyramid shape of this etui, or case,
was popular during Victorian times. The outside panels are
embroidered with traditional motifs. On the bottom of the etui is a
verse that I adapted from an old song published in 1886. The verse begins
with the line, Come haste, my fair maiden, prepare for your worke ..... This verse was the inspiration for the name of the etui.
On the inside are a pinkeep, thread
rings, and two silk pockets. On the model, one pocket holds an
embroidered needlebook and the other a mother of pearl ruler from
Kelmscott Designs. Also on the inside of the etui is an
embroidered scissors pocket. Our model uses reproduction swan scissors
from Uncommon Scissors. The finished size of the etui is almost
4-1/2 inches tall.
The model was stitched on 36-count
Cream linen from Zweigart, Inc. using overdyed cotton threads from
Crescent Colours and The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads) plus DMC embroidery threads
and cotton perle #12. DMC substitutions are provided for the overdyed threads..
Stitches used: backstitch, cross stitch,
cross stitch over one linen thread, nun's stitch, and smyrna cross stitch
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. |
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A Pair of Pin Cubes
(suggested retail
price: $14)
The models for both pin cubes were stitched on 32-count
linen from Zweigart, Inc. with Sampler Threads from The
Gentle Art and DMC embroidery threads. A Quaker
Pin Cube was stitched on Antique Ivory, and A Strawberry Pin
Cube was stitched on Pearl Gray. DMC substitutions are provided.
Stitch count: 55 x 55; Stitched Size: 1-5/8 x 1-5/8 inches
Stitches used: backstitch and cross stitch over one linen thread
Stitching directions, charts for both pin cubes, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. |
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Alphabet Samplings Book
(suggested retail
price: $16)
This book of 16
stitched pages features a floral bouquet, twelve alphabets, and a page of
numerals. The book is adapted from an antique "souvenir" book dated
1895. The original book cover is silk, and the pages are canvas stitched
with wool threads. For my adaptation, I used linen for the pages and
stitched with overdyed silk threads.
The model was stitched
on 36-count Light Sand linen from Zweigart using overdyed silk
thread from Hand Dyed Fibers. DMC substitutions are
provided, or you may chose your own thread
colors.
Stitches used: Algerian
eye, backstitch, cross, double running, rice, and smyrna cross stitch
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. |
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A Hornbook Examplar
(suggested retail
price: $14)
This needle and scissors
case is in the shape of a hornbook. Hornbooks were used by school children
in both Europe and in America from the mid-15th to about the 18th century
when they were learning letters and beginning to read.
The model was cross stitched over one linen thread on 32-count Chestnut
linen from Wichelt Imports, Inc. using overdyed threads from Weeks Dye Works. Wool felt from Weeks Dye Works was used
for assembly.
Stitches used: cross stitch over one linen thread, backstitch, blanket
stitch, and nun's stitch
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. |
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Quaker Turtles
(suggested retail
price: $18)
Each of these four
little turtles is a unique needlework "treasure"-a needlebook, a
pincushion, a pocket, or a scissors weight. Both the upper and lower
shells feature a Quaker motif. You can store or transport your Quaker
Turtles in a basket like the one we used from Old Colonial Designs.
The model was cross
stitched over one linen thread on 32-count Olive Green linen from
Zweigart using
Weeks Dye Works threads. Wool felt from Weeks Dye Works was used for assembly.
Stitches used: backstitch and cross stitch over one linen
thread
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly
instructions are included. Instructions for lining a basket are
also included.
If your initials are too wide to fit the space on the under shells of the
turtles, click here to see options. |
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Maidens of the Sea
(suggested retail
price: $16)
Celebrate your love of
the sea with this small sewing case and accompanying scissors weight.
Lovely mermaids grace both pieces. A ship and a lighthouse are on
the back of the case. Inside is a pocket, two heart-shaped thread
rings, and a wool needlepage in the shape of a seahorse.
The model was stitched on 32-count Sea Storm linen from Lakeside
Linens, Inc. using silk threads from Crescent Colours, Dinky
Dyes, Gloriana, Needlepoint Inc., and The Thread Gatherer. DMC substitutions are provided.
Stitches used: backstitch, colonial
knot, cross stitch, cross stitch over one linen thread, and tent stitch
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, detailed assembly instructions, and two carved fish threadwinders are
included. |
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A Work'd Pocketbook
(suggested retail
price: $16)
Needlework pocketbooks, often called "worked" pocketbooks, were popular
from about 1740 until 1790, and were used by both men and women to carry
valuables.
A short essay on embroidered pocketbooks is included in the product.
This design is an adaptation of an antique queen-stitched pocketbook that
I bought at an antiques show. I used the same shape, ribbon closure,
and motifs as on my antique, but I changed the thread colors. My
adaptation is only slighter smaller than the original.
The model was stitched on 32-count Toasted
Almond linen from Zweigart,
Inc., using DMC embroidery thread and
overdyed threads from The Gentle Art (Sampler Threads). DMC substitutions
are given for the overdyed threads.
Stitched area size on 32-count linen: 5-3/8-inches wide x 11-1/8-inches
high
Stitches
used: queen, backstitch, and tent
Stitching directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included. |
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Ackworth Friendship Book
(suggested retail
price: $18)
The Ackworth Friendship Book is an
accordion-style book of Quaker motifs from Ackworth School in northern
England. There are 10 stitched pages. Each set of pages forms
a pocket in which you can store special treasures.
On my model, I stitched the front and back book covers, and eight of my
friends each stitched a page and "signed" her page with her initials.
You can do the same or else stitch the entire book yourself.
The model was stitched on 36-count Maple Sugar from Lakeside Linens, Inc. using one ply of Milady's Teal from Crescent Colours.
The design requires 6, 5-yard skeins if stitched with one ply of thread
like the model.
The model also uses
12-mm Arctic Ice Dark silk satin ribbon from Gloriana Threads (1
yard for the book and 2 yards for the bag).
Stitches used: cross stitch and backstitch. (On the model, all stitching was done
over two linen threads.)
Stitching directions, charts, and detailed assembly instructions for both the book and a carrying bag are included. |
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Petit Carnet d'Ouvrages, Livre II
(suggested retail
price: $16)
Petit Carnet d'Ouvrages, Livre II is an accordion-style book inspired by old pattern books. In addition to the front and back cover, there are eight more pages of stitched alphabets, borders, and motifs. This book is part of a series of little books. The model was stitched on 32-count Lilac linen from Zweigart, Inc. using Grape Luminescence (100/3) thread from Gloriana Threads. The book hinges are made using 12-mm Grape silk satin ribbon from Gloriana Threads.
Stitches used: cross stitch and backstitch. The model was cross stitched over one linen thread, but the book could also be stitched over two linen threads to create a larger version. Another suggestion is to stitch and frame the pages individually.
Stitching directions, charts, and detailed assembly instructions are included. |
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Quaker Schoolgirl Needle Necessities
(suggested retail
price: $14)
This sewing case, needlebook, and scissors sheath were inspired by the motifs of Ackworth School, a Quaker school in northern England, which was founded in 1779. The models were stitched on 32-count Maple Sugar from Lakeside Linens, Inc. using one ply of Milady's Teal from Crescent Colours. DMC Cotton Perle #12, color 644 (to match the linen) was also used.
Stitches used: cross stitch and backstitch
Stitching directions, charts, and detailed assembly instructions are included. A short essay on Ackworth School and its needlework is also included. |
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A Quaker Pattern Book
(suggested retail
price: $16)
A Quaker Pattern Book is an accordion-style book inspired by old pattern books. In addition to
the front and back cover, there are eight more pages of stitched
alphabets, borders, and motifs. The motifs in this book are from Ackworth School, one of the most famous
Quaker schools. It is located in Yorkshire in northern
England.
The model was cross stitched over one linen thread on 28-count
Antique Ivory linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using
one ply of Milady's Teal from Crescent Colours. We suggest buying 6, 5-yard skeins of Milady's Teal. The book
hinges are made from Artic Ice Dark silk satin ribbon from Gloriana Threads.
Stitches used: cross stitch and
backstitch. The model was cross stitched over one linen thread, but the book could also
be stitched over two linen threads to create a larger version. Another
suggestion is to stitch and frame the pages individually.
Stitching directions, charts, and detailed assembly instructions are
included. A short essay on Ackworth School and its
needlework is also included. |
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Flowers for Lily
(suggested retail
price: $12)
This sewing case was
inspired by an antique which was probably Shaker in origin. While the
antique has a bronzed leather exterior, I chose to use linen instead so that
embroidery could be added. The antique has a wool needlepage and a leather
pincushion on the inside. On the adaptation, I chose to use linen for both
the needlepage and the pincushion. The antique probably closed with ribbons
which are now missing. On my version, I used a pretty button and loop
closure. A scissors weight accompanies the sewing case.
The model was stitched on a combination of 32-count Rue Green and Lavender Mist linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using overdyed threads from Crescent Colours and Olde Willow Stitchery.
DMC substitutions are provided for
the overdyed threads.
Stitches used: backstitch, cross stitch, cross
stitch over one linen thread, herringbone, straight stitch, and nun's
stitch
Stitching
directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are
included. |
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Petit Carnet d'Ouvrages, Livre I
(suggested retail
price: $16)
Petit Carnet d'Ouvrages, Livre I is an
accordion-style book inspired by old pattern books. In addition to the front
and back cover, there are eight more pages of stitched alphabets, borders,
and motifs. This is the first of a series of little books.
The model was stitched on 32-count Antique Ivory linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using Slate Blue
Luminescence (100/3) thread from Gloriana Threads.
Stitches used: cross stitch and
backstitch. The model was cross stitched over one linen thread, but the book could also
be stitched over two linen threads to create a larger version. Another
suggestion is to stitch and frame the pages individually.
Stitching directions, charts, and detailed assembly instructions are
included. |
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Beauty and Grace
(suggested retail
price: $13)
This sewing
case folds like a book and has a mattress-style pincushion on the inside. Also on the inside of the case is a place for holding a special pair of
scissors and two needlepages. The verse on the sewing case back reads
May beauty and grace enrich each day.
The model was stitched on 32-count Smokey Pearl linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using overdyed threads from Crescent Colours and The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads). DMC substitutions are provided for
the overdyed silk threads.
Stitches used: backstitch, cross stitch, cross stitch over one linen thread, half cross
stitch, satin stitch, straight stitch, and tent stitch
Stitching
directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are
included. |
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Strawberries So Faire
(suggested retail
price: $12)
This design features a pair of sewing rolls in two different color schemes.
Each sewing roll, when opened, has a pocket for storing your needlework
treasures, wool needlepages, and a strawberry that fits into one end of
the roll. The inspiration for this project is an antique with
similar features on the inside but plain, not embroidered, on the outside.
The two models were stitched on 32-count Summer Khaki and Black linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using overdyed threads from Gloriana and The Thread Gatherer. DMC
substitutions are provided for the overdyed silk threads.
Stitches used: cross stitch, backstitch, and
closed herringbone stitch. Additional decorative stitches can be added to
the wool needlepages.
Stitching
directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are
included.
A strawberry ruler ($31) and threadwinder (not shown in the
photo, $39), now made only from synthetic ivory, were designed especially
for With My Needle and are
available directly from us.
Shipping costs are additional. Please contact us for availability and
shipping costs. |
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Bunnies in the Garden
(suggested retail
price: $12)
There are three pieces to
this whimsical project: a needleroll with an attached needlepage and
removable pinkeep, a scissors weight, and a scissors sheath.
The models were stitched on 32-count
Summer Khaki
linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using overdyed threads from Olde
Willow Stitchery.
Stitches used: cross stitch, cross stitch over one linen thread, backstitch, herringbone,
rice, and nun's stitch.
Stitching
directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are
included.
A bunny ruler ($31) and threadwinder ($39), now made of synthetic ivory, are available from With
My Needle. Shipping costs are additional. Please contact us
for availability and shipping costs. |
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Quaker Needlework Treasures
(suggested retail
price: $13)
This small
sewing case was inspired by Quaker motifs. The inside of the case has a
pincushion and needlepage. Other "treasures"
include in this project are a stitching bag and a scissors weight.
This
project was stitched on 28-count Summer Khaki from Zweigart,
Inc. and uses
overdyed thread from Weeks Dye Works.
Stitches
used: cross stitch over one thread, backstitch, and nun's stitch.
Stitching
directions, charts, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are
included. |
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Crown and Needle Etui
(suggested retail
price: $9)
This etui, with
its mattress
style pincushion, was inspired by a slightly smaller antique of the same
size. The wonderful verse
is from Grandma's Poem, by Eugene Field (1850-1895). Inside the etui is
a linen needlepage. The closure is with a long pin, like on the
antique.
The design for an accompanying scissors weight is also included.
The model for this
project
was stitched on a combination of 32-count Olive Green and 32-count
Platinum
linen from Zweigart,
Inc.
It uses DMC embroidery threads and overdyed threads from The
Gentle Art (Sampler Thread) and Weeks
Dye Works. DMC substitutions are provided for the overdyed
threads.
Stitches used: cross stitch, cross stitch
over one thread, backstitch, closed herringbone, smyrna cross, satin
stitch, queen stitch, queen stitch over two threads, and tent stitch.
Nun's stitch is used on the needlepage. If desired, you can
substitute cross stitches for many of the specialty stitches.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch
diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are included. |
Sampler and inside view of the sewing case
Needlebook, sewing case (closed)
scissors weight, & acorn ruler
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Acorn Sampler Sewing Case
(suggested retail
price: $14)
This project
contains directions
for stitching both a sampler and a sewing case including a removable
mattress-style
pincushion and a gathered pocket. There is a place to put bone
rings
for holding your embroidery threads. Also included are two
needlework
"treasures"--a needlebook and scissors weight.
The models for
these projects
were stitched on 32-count Autumn Gold linen from Lakeside
Linen and Designs, Inc. and use overdyed threads from Weeks
Dye Works, and Sampler Threads from The
Gentle Art. DMC color substitutions are
provided.
The sewing case also uses Toasted Almond linen from Zweigart,
Inc.
Stitches used:
cross stitch,
cross stitch over one, alternating double backstitch, backstitch,
closed
herringbone, double-sided Italian, four-sided, montenegrin, mosaic, small rice,
satin, smyrna cross, tent, vertical elongated cross, and gobelin.
Nun's stitch is used on the needlepage. If desired, the majority of
these stitches can be replaced with cross stitch.
Stitching directions, charts, stitch
diagrams, and detailed assembly instruction are included.
An acorn ruler ($31) and threadwinder ($39), now made of synthetic ivory, are available
from With
My Needle. Shipping costs are additional. Please contact us
for availability and shipping costs. |
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A Shaker Pinkeep
(suggested retail
price: $6.50)
The verse used
on this two-sided
pinkeep, Hands to Work, Hearts to God, illustrates the strong work ethic
of the Shakers as well as their devotion to God.
The model, which measures approximately 2-1/2 inches, was stitched on 32-count Olive Green linen from Zweigart, Inc. using overdyed threads from Weeks Dye Works, Sampler Threads from The Gentle Art, and DMC embroidery thread. DMC substitutions are given for the overdyed threads.
Stitches used:
narrow closed
herringbone, horizontal elongated cross stitch, tent, backstitch,
smyrna
cross, colonial knot, cross stitch over one linen thread, and queen
stitch
Charts, detailed
stitching
directions, stitch diagrams, and assembly instructions are included. |
Sampler and sewing bag with its "treasurers"
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Accept This Posey
(suggested retail
price: $13)
Ths package contains directions for making
both a framed sampler and a stitching bag with accompanying "treasures"-a
needlebook, pinkeep, and scissors case doll.
The models were
stitched
on 32-count Bittersweet linen, from Lakeside
Linen and Designs, Inc. using DMC embroidery thread. Cotton perle is
needed for the needlepage.
Stitches used: cross stitch, closed
herringbone, tent stitch, cross stitch over one, backstitch, smyrna cross,
satin stitch, and nun's stitch. An interlaced casing stitch is used
in assembly.
Charts, stitching directions, stitch
diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included. |
Front view and the antique
Inside view of one of the etuis
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Swan Stitcher's Etuis
(suggested retail
price: $10)
These two etuis
with mattress-style pincushions were inspired by an antique of the same size
and shape. Inside each etui are two needlepages. The
closure
is with a long pin, like on the antique. The design for
an accompanying
scissors weight is also included.
The models were
stitched
on 32-count Sand linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using Bordeaux Weeks
Dye Works thread.
Stitches used: cross stitch, closed herringbone, tent, backstitch,
cross stitch over one thread, slanted gobelin variation, reverse chain,
and nun's stitch
Charts,
stitching
directions, stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are
included. |
Front view of the case, needlebook, and thread palette. Another design appears on the back, which includes an alphabet, a "fishing lady", and other motifs
Inside view
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Cherished Workes
(suggested retail
price: $15)
This project
consists of
a sewing case with a gathered pocket, a needlebook, and a thread
palette.
The models were
stitched
on 32-count Examplar linen, from Lakeside
Linen and Designs, Inc. using DMC embroidery thread,
Sampler
Threads from The
Gentle Art, and overdyed threads from Weeks
Dye Works and from Olde
Willow Stitchery. Cotton Perle is also needed for
assembly.
Stitches used: cross stitch, half cross
stitch, colonial knot, smyrna cross, closed herringbone, narrow closed
herringbone, satin, tent, tent stitch variation, cross stitch over one
linen thread, backstitch, reverse chain, and outline. If desired,
you can substitute cross-stitch for the majority of these stitches.
Charts, stitching
directions,
stitch diagrams, and detailed assembly instructions are included.
The hand-painted
decoration used inside the case was designed exclusively for this
project
and is available from With
My Needle for $50 plus shipping (and tax for Ohio
residents). Please contact us availability and the correct total amount.
(This
design was originally published in Fine Lines.) |
Outside view of the larger version and
inside view of the smaller version
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Floral Needlerolls
(suggested retail
price: $10)
These needlerolls were
inspired by an antique that was probably Shaker. The antique has a
bronzed leather exterior and a wool needlepage. It also has a leather
pincushion on the inside.
Two different needleroll projects are
included. The smaller version is stitched entirely over one linen
thread and is approximately the same size as the antique that inspired
this project. The larger version is wider and is stitched over two
threads except for the writing on the pincushion and on the needlepage.
The smaller model
was stitched
using a combination of 32-count Dirty Linen and Platinum linen
from Zweigart,
Inc. The larger model was stitched using a combination of
32-count Olive Green linen and Light Sand linen also from Zweigart,
Inc.
Sampler Threads from The
Gentle Art are used. DMC color substitutions are
provided.
Stitches used:
cross stitch,
cross stitch over one linen thread, tent, smyrna cross, herringbone, and nun's
stitch
Detailed stitching
directions,
charts for both needlerolls, stitch diagrams, and assembly instructions
are included. |
Sewing case,scissors/needle threader
case, pinkeep, and bodkin case
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The Rose Garden Sewing Case
(suggested retail
price: $18)
This project
consists of
a roll-style sewing case with drawstring bags and three accompanying
needlework
"treasures": a case for scissors and a needlethreader, a bodkin case,
and
a pinkeep.
The model was
stitched on
32-count Toasted Almond linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using DMC embroidery thread, and overdyed threads from The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads) and from Weeks
Dye Works. DMC color substitutions are provided for the
overdyed
threads. Cotton perle #8 and #12 are also needed for assembly.
Stitches
used: cross
stitch, closed herringbone, tent stitch, cross stitch over one,
backstitch,
and smyrna cross are used. An interlaced casing stitch is used in
assembly.
Detailed
stitching directions,
charts, stitch diagrams, linen and lining fabric layouts, and detailed
assembly instructions are provided.
The silver
needlethreader
and Victorian-reproduction bodkins may be purchased through local
needlework
shops or from With My Needle. Bodkins have long been
popular
needlework tools. They were used for lacing together clothing,
and
are still used today for inserting ribbon or cording through a casing. Click
here to see the antique that inspired the Rose Garden Sewing Case. |
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A Is For Apple
(suggested retail
price: $10)
This project
features an
oval pincushion box (from Sudberry House, item #99661), a needlebook, and
scissors weight.
The model was
stitched
on a combination of 32-count Teal and Light Sand Belfast linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using DMC embroidery thread and overdyed threads
from The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads) and from Weeks
Dye Works. DMC substitutions are provided for the overdyed threads.
Stitches
used: This
project is principally stitched in tent stitch over one linen
thread.
Colonial knots, closed herringbone stitch, rice stitch, nun's stitch,
and
backstitch are also used. If desired, cross stitch over one can
be
substituted for the tent stitches. This project can also be
stitched
over two linen threads to fit a larger box lid.
In addition to the
chart
and detailed directions (including stitch diagrams), the package
includes
detailed assembly instructions. |
Basket interior showing
some
of the pockets
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My Favorite Things Stitching Basket
(suggested retail
price: $18)
Thiis project
includes charts
and directions for a basket lining with six stitched pockets,
needlebook,
scissors weight, and waxer pocket. Detailed assembly instructions
are also included.
The model for this
project
was stitched on 32-count Summer Khaki from Zweigart,
Inc. using Anchor embroidery thread. DMC conversions are
provided.
Stitches
used: cross
stitch, colonial knot, smyrna cross, closed herringbone, satin, wide
gobelin,
slanted gobelin variation, tent, rice, cross stitch over one linen
thread,
backstitch, and nun's stitch. If desired, cross stitch can be
substituted
for the majority of these stitches. Coral knots are optional
during
the assembly.
In addition to the
chart
and directions, the package includes stitch diagrams and detailed
assembly
instructions for finishing your project.
Important: The original basket was from American Traditions Basket Company, which is longer in business. Please find another basket of similar dimensions, 7 inches (18 cm) high and 7-3/4 inches (20 cm) tall, before stitching the basket lining so that you can adapt the design, if necessary.
The small ruler ($31) and threadwinder ($39) shown in the photo are now available only in synthetic ivory. They
can be personalized with a single initial. Shipping costs are
additional.
These accessories were created especially for this project and are
available
only directly from With My Needle. |
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Busy Bee Sewing Case
(suggested retail
price: $12, includes lining material)
The model for
this sewing
case was stitched on a combination of 32-count Amsterdam Blue linen and
Sand linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using
overdyed threads from Needle Necessities, The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads), and Weeks
Dye Works. DMC and Anchor substitutions are provided. When closed, the
case measures approximately 5-inches wide by 2-1/2-inches high.
Stitches
used: cross
stitch, smyrna cross, wide gobelin, satin stitch, tent stitch, colonial
knot, running stitch, straight stitch, and nun's stitch. If
desired,
cross stitch can be substituted for the majority of these stitches.
In addition to the
chart
and detailed directions (including stitch diagrams), the package
includes
the lining and assembly instructions for your sewing
case.
The finishing is completed by hand.
The small ruler shown in the photo is now available only in synthetic ivory. It was
created especially for this project and is available only directly from With
My Needle. The price is $31 plus shipping. Please contact
us for availability and total cost. A threadwinder (not shown) is
also available for $39 plus shipping. |
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Remember Me Sewing Pocket
(suggested retail
price: $11)
This three-piece
project
includes a sewing pocket, needlebook, and scissors weight. The
pocket
may be worn from the neck as a name tag. The finished pocket is 3
inches
square.
The models for this
project
were stitched on 32-count Lambswool from Wichelt,
Imports, Inc. using overdyed thread from Weeks
Dye Works.
Stitches
used: This
project is principally stitched in cross stitch over one linen thread
using
one strand of overdyed floss. There is also one row of four-sided
stitches and one of closed herringbone. Backstitch and nun's
stitch
are used to finish the sides of the pieces. This project may also be
stitched
over two threads creating a larger pocket.
In addition to the
chart
and directions (including stitch diagrams), the package includes
detailed
assembly instructions. The finishing is completed by hand. |
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My Treasures Sewing Case
(suggested retail
price: $12, including the lining material)
The model for
this sewing
case was stitched on 32-count Toasted Almond Belfast linen from Zweigart,
Inc. using threads from Anchor, The
Gentle Art (Sampler Threads), and Weeks
Dye Works. DMC substitutions are provided. When
closed,
the case measures almost 4 inches square.
Stitches
used: cross
stitch, smyrna cross, satin stitch, tent stitch, closed herringbone,
slanted
gobelin variation, french knot, backstitch, and nun's stitch. If
desired, cross stitch can be substituted for the majority of these
stitches.
In addition to the
chart
and detailed directions (including stitch diagrams), the package
includes
the lining and assembly instructions for your sewing
case.
The finishing is completed by hand. |
