Inside Stitches Louetta Road Volume 18 Number 2 Spring, Texas April, May, June

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1 spring is just around the corner here in Spring, Texas and we are looking toward to a long hot summer. Get your glass of southern sweet tea and your stitching project for an afternoon out of the heat. You don t have a project you want to work on? Well come and see us as we are here to help you find the perfect one. We just got back from the Nashville Market so the shop is full of new projects. Everything from gadgets, charts, fabric, and thread. Of course the new colors of threads are here for you to gaze upon, feel, and take home. 23rd Anniversary! Saturday, April 7 we will be celebrating the 23 rd anniversary of 3 Stitches. We originally opened up on April Fool s day and now We Keep You In Stitches Page 1 of 12

2 we look back to that exciting day. Come see some of the old pictures of when it all started. Share refreshments with us and receive a gift with purchase. There will be door prizes and much more. Fun for all from 10:00 AM 5:00 PM on that Saturday to thank each one of you for all your support throughout the years. Need help? us at 3stitches@3stitches.com or call us at We are always here for you. All you have to do is ask. Surround yourself with the best people rather than always looking for the best in people Tortellini Salad 1 (8 ounce) package cheese tortellini ½ red onion ½ green bell pepper 1 (4 ¼ ounce) can black olives 1 cup of cherry tomatoes 1 2 cup crumbled feta ¼ cup olive oil ¼ cup red wine vinegar Salt & pepper Cook the packaged tortellini in a pot of boiling water. They will be ready when they float in the water and are heated through. Move them to a colander to drain and set aside. Drain the black olives (chop if you prefer). Peel the onion, de-seed the pepper; and coarsely chop. Place vegetables and tortellini in a large bowl, add cherry tomatoes which have been sliced in half. Sprinkle desired amount of feta cheese and the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the vegetables and tortellini, and then toss it all together. We Keep You In Stitches Page 2 of 12

3 Add salt and pepper as desired. Enjoy the salad right away, warm, or save it for later and eat it cold. Stitching Tip: Flat-ornament finishing instructions Materials: Padded mounting board (heavy mat board and iron-on fusible fleece can be substituted). Fabric-marking pencil, straight pins, and sewing machine (optional). Use a ½ seam allowance. Measure desired distance (1/8 1 is typical) from stitching on all sides and use marking pencil to draw a line this distance from edge of design all around, staying on grain-line of fabric when possible. Do not cut fabric. Place ornament over a piece of backing fabric (right sides together) and pin layers together along edge of stitching. Sew around ornament along drawn line, leaving bottom of ornament open. Trim all layers to seam allowances of ¼. Trim corners to seam allowances of 1/8. Turn ornament to right side. Using ornament as a pattern, cut mounting board. ornament and sew opening closed. Insert mounting board into Attached trim, hanger, and other embellishments, using blind stitch and matching thread. We Keep You In Stitches Page 3 of 12

4 Saturday, April 21 starting at 7:00 PM. Sign up now! Bring a snack and plan on stitching the night away. Remember we are here to help you. All you have to do is ask. KNOWLEDGE! Knowledge means ease of stitching. The more we know about needlework, the more we know there is to learn. It is relaxing to join us for classes and events in the stitching world. Learning becomes fun when shared with others. Something you have in common with others - you stitch they stitch. In class, students ask questions and get answers. All of us learn together. Classes must be paid at the time of reservation. If you need to cancel a class, we must be notified 48 hours prior to the date to receive store credit. Should you need a private class, call for an appointment. Private classes are priced according to supplies and length. If you have a question, just ask. Hardanger! Tuesday, April 10 and 24, May 8 and 22, and June 5 and 19 We Keep You In Stitches Page 4 of 12

5 7:00 PM 9:00 PM ($ $20 each month) There is so much to learn in a Hardanger class. A kloster block is to Hardanger what an x is to cross stitch. It is the foundation and from there everything is built. It is mathematically correct. This year s piece started in January but it is never too late to get started. The piece is being done on white linen with white cotton thread. It gives a delicate and clean appearance. Join us as we learn various steps in the process of making this delicate piece. Enjoy the company of fellow stitchers while learning heirloom needlework. The piece can be finished in a pillow, framing, or perhaps displayed on a table. Both #8 and #12 Perle cotton threads were used to make this beautiful Hardanger piece. Learn why it is always so important to know where the tip of the scissors are located. Sampler Class! Thursday, April 12, May 10, and June 14 7:00 PM 9:00 PM ($155) This is a 12 x 14 small sampler but don t let the size fool you. It is very detailed and very delicate stitched on 32 Ct. French Roast from R & R. Various stitches are involved. The Single Squared Herringbone, Squared Herringbone, Satin Stitch, Eyelet Stitches, Rhoades Stitch, and Milanese Stitch just to mention a few. A scatter of beads and gold thread gives this piece sparkle where needed. Fiber Club! Tuesday, April 17, May 15, and June 12 7:00 PM 9:00 PM OR Thursday, April 19, May 17, and June 14 2:00 PM 4:00 PM ($ $20) There is a day class and an evening Fiber Club class. We will be making a stand up when the project is complete using as many threads as possible. We Keep You In Stitches Page 5 of 12

6 Additional classes will be offered through the months. for details. Check our website at Remember there is always something new to learn! Come to our home to stitch! New! N New merchandise from the Nashville market has arrived. We are busy stocking the shop with all the goodies. If you special ordered any of the items that you saw on the website, Facebook, or where ever, we will notify you to come and pick your purchase up or it will be mailed quickly to your location. We love keeping the UPS and Fed Man busy. They are indeed soiled with treats from all their deliveries. Remember we believe in sharing. All you have to do is ask to receive. We are here for you. We not only have an online shop but a retail shop. It is our job and we enjoy doing it. Our shop is well stocked with everything needed to complete a project thread, embellishments, etc. If you need us to order something for you, we will do it as fast as we can. We love to do needlework! 3 Stitches is a one stop shop. We not only know where to get the project but also how to do the project. We have a website, or you can always us at 3stitches@3stitches.com with questions. Hands Across the Sea Samplers are breathtaking to look at. Sarah Mary Larkworthy 1727 is done with the alphabet in bright red and turquoise colors. The piece can be done in DMC or Soie d Alger threads. Sarah Daws circa 1840 was mainly stitched over 2 threads. The lowercase letters of the verse are We Keep You In Stitches Page 6 of 12

7 stitched with cross stich over 1. There is a scattering of cross stitches over one on a flower stalk. Backstitch has been used to outline the two ladies eyebrows and lips. This sampler contains some 72,000 stitches. Hannah Gaskell 1823 has a statement about all stitches begin the same way by sticking the needle first in then out of the fabric. The only difference between one type of stitch and the other is where you put that needle and how you manipulate the thread. Amy Cann 1831 is full of beautiful green thread. The piece was finished in April, The sampler is stitched in cross stitch over 1 and 2 threads, satin stitch, four sided stitch, double running stitch and Algerian eyelets. We have lovely note cards with pictures of the beautiful samplers on the front and blank inside to write a sweet message to someone. Glendon Place has Hungarian Folk Art No. 1 history of Hungarian embroidery goes back thousands of years. Early in its history, Hungarian weaving and embroidery was primarily a male profession. However, it was soon joined by women creating beautiful textiles for their clothing and their homes. Although the practice of this lovely art is declining, the traditional motifs that have bloomed throughout all these years continue to remain an important expression of the Hungarian culture. A Haunting Household with the words, A witch and her little monsters live here with one handsome devil. Stand for Freedom is limited edition with complete fit. Mary, Mary Quite Contrary from a vintage nursery rhyme collection - #4 with a little girl watering flowers. Spook Town Square has started with the Part 1 of 4 of the Halloween series. This is the middle block to start the project and will contain different blocks around the outside. Come and get you project started with the chart and fabric. Broderie World has America which is full of American symbols. There is the flag, sparklers, barn, 4 th of July, and so much more. The stitch count is 187 x 242 making it a nice size piece and stitched with DMC threads, Sea Window, Sea Window 2 and Sea Window 3 all are individual but fit together if you We Keep You In Stitches Page 7 of 12

8 like. The action water scenes. Pochette Giacinti is a needle roll and embellished with a sheep button with a heart. Erica Michaels has Sweet Freedom Berry from the silk berry collection. Above a blue house is an arrangement of flowers and the flag flying proudly above the house. Peacock Party Berry is done with peacocks in beautiful turquoise thread and is available for linen fabric or it has the silk gauge. Lucky Berry is always the perfect item for green in silk gauge or for linen fabric. Little Flock contains the 40 Ct. silk gauze. The chart has the words fear not, little flock etc. There are lots of little sheep on the green grass hills. Mermaid Kisses has words with starfish kisses and 40 Ct. gauze. Sisters Together is a verse telling what sisters do together. Mani di Donna has American Revolution Flags with Sons of Liberty, Pine Tree Flag, Betsy Rose Flag, G. Washington, Bennington, and Guilford. If you are a collector of American charts, this is a must for you. Flowers Pot Pillows has three separate small pillows with a 18 x 27 stitch count. This would be a quick project that is trimmed with Dames of the Needle pom pom trim. Seasonal Pincushions has a pillow for each season throughout the year. I love the winter one with the red bird and deer. Eunice Tanquerel Sampler is so pretty. Having that hanging on your wall would make any room look good. Life, Liberty & Happiness is another American chart with the declaration of independence July 4, 1776 and the pilgrims. Stitch on 30 Ct. Cocoa from Weeks Dye Works it is a must to own if you collect American charts. Shaker Sewing Box is charts to cover boxes and embellished with two heart buttons and a sheep button. Nikys Creations Primitives has a Garden Tyme Sewing Bag for your stitching pleasure. The banding it is stitched on is included with the chart. We will find the thread for you in the shop and you will be ready to stitch. Amish Yard has the farm We Keep You In Stitches Page 8 of 12

9 animals, barn and farmer brown and his wife. Clox Sampler has sampler motifs stitched with different threads. Val s Stuff is getting you ahead of your stitching of Halloween Tuxedo Cat, Ghost of a Chance, and Christmas Snow Flake. These kits have perforated natural paper, pins, buttons, and pom poms for decoration. They are the cutest thing ever. What a fun project to stitch and make. Think you would enjoy knowing the latest in the needlework world? Want to learn more about the industry? Perhaps you would enjoy being part of our team? If this sounds like something that you would like to do, please come and see Pam. COMING ATTRACTION 3 XXX Rated Stitchers First Thursday Evening each month April 5, May 3, and June 7, :30 PM 8:30 PM The 3 XXX Rated Stitchers group meet on the first Thursday evening of the month. What a way to rest after a long day. Whether it is after work or after a long day at home with your duties, you will enjoy the evening. There is no charge to attend this event. It is a great opportunity to sit with others and stitch. Bring your questions and we will supply answers. The shop is always open during this time. 3 Stitches Gathering We Keep You In Stitches Page 9 of 12

10 April 4, 11, 18, 25, and :00 AM - 12:00 Noon Wednesday morning is stitching time from 10:00 AM - Noon. Enjoy the morning by starting the day off right. What a great place to stitch - good lighting and share stitching with others who enjoy your interest. Be a part of a group who enjoys stitching and having fun. There are good people in this industry. Come meet them. It will improve your feelings towards life. Saturday Stitchers! April 14, May 12, and June 9, :30 PM to 4:45 PM We would like to invite you to join us on the 2 nd Saturday of every month! Become a member of this wonderful stitching group who stitch one Saturday a month with us. Come relax and enjoy the afternoon. Meet new people and say hello to the regulars who have been around for awhile. Don t miss out stitching with fellow stitchers. Think of all the projects you could get finished if you were here. Bring your project and come and stitch with us. What a perfect way to spend a Saturday afternoon. If you don t have a project, remember there is one here just for you. Don t forget to check out our website! The only place where housework comes before needlework is in the dictionary. Thank you for your patronage. We Keep You In Stitches Page 10 of 12

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