JUDY S STITCHERY NOOK MARCH/APRIL, 2014 NEWSLETTER Harlingen, TX

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1 JUDY S STITCHERY NOOK MARCH/APRIL, 2014 NEWSLETTER Harlingen, TX March just passed me by in a blur - never seemed to have time to sit long enough to put all the parts together to get out the newsletter. Did you miss me? Hopefully you all have your needles moving right along - I did get stitched several Easter eggs - so much fun! See pictures on Judy's Stitchery Nook - Facebook Friends - come join our group & post your projects finished or in progress... it's fun to share! The new needlepoint CLUB has launched "Away in the Manger beginning with "Mary". Contact us if you want to join us on the journey. Our thoughts & prayers are with our Winter Texan family as they leave the Valley & head back to their "other home"... we look forward to your return soon. Happy Stitching ~~~ Judy ** Here are the newest arrivals ** See pictures ** * * ABBY ROSE DESIGNS: L il Abby s is a new series (9 parts) - 3 more parts have arrived. Plus autographed charts by Gayle our own local designer. Come see the models on display in the shop - thanks for sharing Gayle! PLUM STREE SAMPLERS: Count Twice, Stitch Once" is what we all know we should do, but often skip; A Friend Loveth" - a sweet message for a gift; "True Friendship" & "Welcome All Hearts Home" are more lovely samplers. MIRABILIA: Cassiopeia" is stitched with flow-in-the-dark metallic; her flowing hair is particularly pretty. IMAGINATING: A Mothers Hand" - a sweet message to our children; "Let's Think Spring" is another cleaver imagine formed with words; "Spring Birdhouse" is such a happy piece - full of colors; "Owls on the Branch" will make you smile. PINEBERRY LANE: "This is My Work Pinkeep" includes 2 alternate verses. SAMSARAH: "Ten X the Fun: Easter Bunny's Carrot Farm continues the series (7 of 10. STONEY CREEK: Christmas Silhouettes" uses 1 color on hand-dyed fabric - love it! "Reindeer & Ribbons" would finish our framed, pillow or stand-up. ROSEWOOD MANOR: Green On Green" was inspired by a lovely ladies top in a catalog. LYNN PRINTS: Playin with Kitties - what's better than kittens! TRILOGY: Domes f Easter" has bunnies hopping; "The Snow is Coming Down" snowman. 1

2 HEARTSTRING SAMPLERY: Lasting As Eternity" an antique sampler adaptation. SHAKESPEARE PEDDLER: Mercy Goodehart's Sampler" is a fictitious sampler stitcher with an original design in old style & modern colors; even mistakes were made to add the appearance of authenticity. BENT CREEK: Pink + White" is a cute bunny with a flower button; "Think Happy, Be Happy Row" is a wonderful thought to live by. COUNTRY COTTAGE: Morning Song" brings a breath of spring air; Frosty Forest- part # 4- Bluebird Cabin button embellishment is an owl. I tried to resist this series, but finally caved a couple weeks ago & started it - come join me! LITTLE HOUSE NEEDLEWORKS: Tumbleweeds-America Frontier is designed to honor her husband s journey with cancer treatments; Calendar Girl Series, continues with April has her watering can in action. CROSSED WING COLLECTION: Commemorative Hummingbird "Allen's Hummingbird" is must for your stash. VAL'S STUFF: "Please Bring Spring" has been in all of our thoughts!! PEGASUS ORIGINALS: "Popular Dogs - Volume 6" includes Pomeranian, Dalmatian, Beagle, Yorkshire Terrier, French Bulldog, & Shetland Sheepdog. PRAISEWORTHY STITCHES: "Carols on the Square" is a complete country scene with skaters, sledders, carolers, & Santa & Reindeer on a snowy night; "Simple Gifts-Peace" honors those who have served in the military - 20% of profits of sale of this chart will be donated to the Wounded Warrior Project. GLENDON PLACE: has released 3 more in her amazing desserts collection Red Velvet Cake, Fudgy Mint Mousse, Rainbow Parfait stunning projects. NANCY S NEEDLE: Bouquets & Bows, Land of the Brave, Diamonds & Squares, Mountain Meadow. LAURA PERIN: Valentine Wreath & Holiday Wreath fun, fun! **MORE NEW ARRIVALS OR COMING SOON** NEEDLEPOINT BOOK: Threads: A Needle Necessity details of all the popular threads on the market (manufacturer/yardage/composition/number of colors) SCISSORS: Petite, sharp stainless steel blades & large ergonomic teardrop handles; available in Silver, Gold & Copper HARDANGER: Hardanger Cards for All Occasions & Seasons in the Meadow EMBROIDERY: Embroidery Basics includes surface & counted thread, plus finishing tips. SWEDISH WEAVING: new patterns for towels! VINEYARD SILK: new colors of Shimmer Blend 2

3 **CLASSES ** CLASSES** ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ * Hardanger *Needlepoint With Carol *Silk Ribbon Embroidery With Jan * Swedish Weaving *Peyote Beading With Linda *Basic Embroidery With Pat * Cross Stitch With Elaine *Tatting With Cheryl Our talented teachers are eager to share their knowledge with you 3

4 NEEDLEPOINT CLUB Away in the Manger Release #1 "Mary" 12 Part Series Heartstrings Nativity By the Artists Collection Stitch Guide by Needle Artist Lea Peacock **Reservations & Deposit required** Club Rules posted on the website Home study for all levels Kits will include hand-painted canvas, thread& & detailed stitch guide Stitch at your own pace 4

5 DESIGNER: Kustom Krafts CHART: Persian Cat STITCHER: Louis Schofield A masterpiece to be proud to hang on any wall. Thank you, Louis for sharing your talents. 5