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Lupercalia and lighthearted love bugs
Since many of us are nudged towards expressing our love through gifts in mid-February (admittedly, we can use all the gifts we can get, or give ourselves, these days) I thought it might be the moment to offer you a lighthearted embroidery pattern.
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Tell & Show
A fear of messing up and wasting the viewers’ time came back each week, until I noticed that it felt fun to get on camera.
Slow Stitching
I had just finished a marigold embroidery to embellish a black linen mask I made for the colder weather. Marigold is October’s flower, my birthday month, but I didn’t finish until midway through the month…okay nearly November.
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The Sphinx by Edgar Allen Poe
I’m trying not to let the current pandemic and local lockdown paralyze me with fear, plague me with nightmares or keep me from making beautiful objects. And I’m wishing you the same.
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Fabric Moth Tutorial Part 4
You've nearly made it to the end! In part 4, you'll give your moth further definition and individuality by adding eyes and antennae.
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Fabric Moth Tutorial Part3
In part 3, you'll sew the underwings and you'll see your creation come to life as you assemble the parts and add some details.
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Fabric Moth Tutorial Part 2
You've got your pieces cut and your sewing machine threaded up, let's dive right in by sewing and stuffing the body.
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Fabric Moth Tutorial Part 1
Sew your own fabric moth from fabrics you already have! In part 1, choose your fabrics and cut out your pattern pieces.
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Bullies, butterflies and other beasts
How the neighborhood bully turned back into a little boy who loved his dog.
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Carnaval in France
Carnaval as celebrated by children in France. Costumes, cakes and the burning of Monsieur Carnaval.
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Winter Fabric Leaves
I’ve been getting more botanical inspiration these days and I’ve got some lovely leafy fabric accessories all ready for the Christmas fair next week! If […]
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