WWBD?

What Would Brenda Do?

We have just finished another wonderful weekend of classes with Brenda Hart. I've said it before, and I'll say it again. She's amazing.

Each teacher has their own style and even when several teachers teach canvas embellishment they teach it differently. We see different things in a canvas and use different threads and stitches. I think the coolest thing would be to have the opportunity to take classes from all the talented ladies and men out there and learn from them all.

I'm fortunate in having Brenda as a friend. We have very similar styles. We both like a lighter coverage to the threads that allows the beautiful painting on the canvas to show through. We're not afraid to try something that might be a little unconventional.

I'll post photos of class pieces as different canvases are completed and return from the framer or the finisher.

Until Brenda returns in September I just need to say to myself WWBD? The answer will come to me and it will be gorgeous!

Tickled Pink

How much fun would it be to have a pink feather tree for Christmas? Or a pink feather tree for all year round?

Well, being a pink kind of girl I had to find out. I have recently collaborated with fellow designer Ada Haydon of EyeCandy Needleart to design a series of oh so fun ornaments. Fourteen in all!

Each ornament is more fun than the next. There are hearts, and trees and wreaths and vintage drops all in a retro glam meets Lily Pulitzer kind of style. You are going to love stitching these gems and who says they need to go back in the box after the holidays?

Ada designed the canvases and I did the stitch guides. I started with a pile of threads in luscious shades of pink, lime, orange and red. The thread alone are yummy. Then I added a healthy dose of bling. Sequins and rhinestones. The finishing of course is the icing on the cake, or should I say feather tree. The finishing takes them to a new level.

Christmas in July, here we come!

Get Ready to Sign UP!!!

Our new ornament club is about to be unveiled. It is wonderful. The ornaments just arrived back from the finisher and I can't stand it. They are just so cool.

I don't have pictures yet, but will within a week or so. You know I will post immediately. This is a joint collaboration between Ada Haydon of EyeCandy Needlearts and myself. When you see them you will know it's a match made in heaven. We are kindred spirits.

That's it, I'm being a tease. I just wanted you to know they are coming so if you are bored and need a new toy, one is on the way. I'm sure you will love them! More news to follow.

Ruth