Thoughts of a Stitcher - LNS Owner

Itat's Stitching Time 2016s New and Nashville Requests

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 19 Feb 2016 00:14:00 +0000

Some real quick house keeping. We have up dated the website with things that are in the shop. Of course, not everything in the shop is on line (I wish), so if you don't find something and are wondering if we have it please call and ask.

Nashville Needlework Market 2016 is quickly approaching. I have to go to Charlotte the week before so on my way home I will be attending the market. If you click on the link above it will take you to the Facebook Page for the Market and you can see some of the exciting new product that will be available.

Here are some of the designers that have contacted us with their designs that will be available at Nashville Needlework Market. I will be updating this blog weekly with new designs as the come into me. Below is what we have received till 2-17-16.

From Lizzie Kate:

K87 Selfie Sampler Kit
When I began thinking of spring (months ago) I was charmed by this gorgeous rose colored linen, so I developed a kit around this "rosy" theme. We've been aiming for a positive, empowering theme for L*K in 2016 (our 20th year!!!), and I saw this perfect saying: "Dear self, today I will shine."This was the perfect sentiment for this "selfie" project.

Selfie Sampler Kit includes gorgeous 32 ct. red pear linen from WDW, rosy beads, "Made with Love" silver charm and mother-of-pearl button. We're including 2 different stitching options, so you can choose your favorite shape. We couldn't decide, so we'll let you make the choice. The linen provided will work with either design shape. There's also a bitty BONUS design. We rolled our BONUS into a darling little weenie, but it will also make a sweet fob. However you do the BONUS, we're including the silver "Made with Love" charm to embellish, and you furnish a bit of fabric from your stash. Now you can have a "selfie" in stitches...notjust on your camera phone!

K88 Love Summer Limited Edition Kit
Following in the footsteps of Very Merry Santa, and Hello Spring, we're continuing our little "purse" series. Love Summer includes our favorite summer-y motifs, including our first L*K mermaid. She's holding a golden shell charm. Kit includes 30 ct. Lambswool linen, classic bandana finishing fabric, twine handle, and complete finishing instructions. Summer is just around the corner, I hope. Just like our other pocket/purse kits, this one is a Limited Edition.

K89 Red White and Blue Kit
We're in a patriotic mood at L*K in 2016 and we're proud to wave the red, white and blue. Classic sampler motifs combine with classic L*K charm (and a big, wavy flag!) to create a sweet sampler. Kit includes 32 ct. Lambswool linen, iridescent white beads, deep sea houndstooth wool, vintage-look backing fabric, stripe ribbon, mother of pearl round button, twine for cording AND (whew!)complete finishing instructions. Long may she wave!

From Romy's Creations

SPRING HOUSE SCISSOR CASE
Nashville Exclusive Design

I LOVE TEA
Design stitched on 32 count country mocha linen by Zweigart

I LOVE COFFEE
Design stitched on 32 count raw linen by Zweigart

SPRING DAYS PINCUSHION
Two ways to finish the same design: square or biscornu, design and finishing info- stitched twice: one on 32 count Belfast linen vintage Sahara by Zweigart and one on a checkered 28 count Italian linen that you can replace with any other 28 count linen of your choice)

From Mani di Donna

The Lady and the Swan

(Chart with finishing instructions included)

Fabric: 30 count Beige by Weeks Dye Works

Treads and ribbon: Dinky Dyes

Bobbin and Pins Accessories for the Lady and the Swan

Reproduction Scissors

From MTV
Beautiful Spring Sewing Set

Dinkydyes Silk Thread : Ruby, Major Mitchell, Dark Chocolate,Gidgee,Mulga, Passion Flower
Fabric 32 ct. Zweigart Pale Lilac

Tree of Life Sewing Box

This project was stitched on Fabric: 32 ct, Belfast Linen Angel Hair by Weeks Dye Works
(needed 17x27 in) Stitches used: Cross stitch (2over2), Queen Stitch,BackStitch, Rhodes Heart Stitch, bead Stitch Threads Used : Weeks Dye Works 1291(2 skeins),1225, 2237, 2211, Special materials: Mill Hill beads :10020 and 10076 1 Pack of each. Chart Include Heart as charm by Ceramiche di Capodimonte-Italy and finishing info.

Tree of Life Sewing Box Accessories

Elegance in Autumn Sewing Kit
This project was stitched on Fabric: 32 ct, Belfast Linen Angel Hair by Weeks Dye Works

Stitches used: Cross stitch (2over2),BackStitch,Bead StitchThreads Used : Weeks Dye Works 1291,1224,1232,1193 Special materials: Mill Hill beads :00557

finishing info

From Giulia Punti Antichi
Mary Robinson 1824 Sewing BoxA beautiful sewing box inspired by an original sampler of my collection! Silk Gloriana Hand Dyed Threads, 36 Confederate Grey hand dyed linen from Weeks Dye Works.

Ann Hull 1836 Sampler

This lovely reproduction comes with all stitching, special stitches and finishing instructions

Old Glory Sewing Box

The chart comes with all finishing instructions for mounting into the Cherry Wall Pocket box from Priscilla's Pocket.

Islensk Sjónabók Hornbook Threadkeeper and NeedleminderLimited as a kit, available as just a chart .. Icelandic chart comes with all finishing instructions, shown stitched on 36ct Parchment linen using Silk’n Colors In The Burgundy. The kit comes with Hornbook, fabric, thread and cording

Gather Me Up - Queen Sewing PurseA collaboration project with Mani di Dona - two forever friends, sharing their stitching and finishing tips to create this beautiful sewing purse with needlebook, pincushion and scissors fob!

Elizabeth A Sampler Pincushion
What a wonderful collectors item this will be. You get double the pleasure, a stitching project and a beautiful doll. The chart comes with the finishing instructions and doll is shown stitched on 32ct Navy Bean from Lakeside Linens using Gloriana Florimel Silk (Spanish Moss, Highland Garden, Twilight, Olive Grove, Elizabethan Green, Old Gold, Pacific Blue and Carmine Rose). The available Silver Chatelaine makes a stunning accessory.

Elizabeth's Trunk

Elizabeth also has a trunk to keep her wonderful things. Chart comes with complete finishing instructions and is stitch on 32ct Lakeside Linen using Gloriana Florimel Silk. Available accessories shown are the Silver Thimble and beaded scissors fob.

Hands on Designs and Just Another Button Company

Enjoy the beautiful words of Ralph Waldo Emerson presented as chalk art—with a little bit of color.

The [A.Moment.In.Chalk] chart
Includes buttons and the bonus [scroll.border] chart for stitching the entire [chalk.squared] series.

What is Chalk.Squared?

A year-long series of calendar floral designs to release one-a-month in 2016. Charts are $3.50 each wholesale. The full series will be shown at Nashville, but a preview is inside the chart for [a.moment.in.chalk].
[a.moment.in.chalk] is a centerpiece for the arrangement of all 12 pieces from the [chalk.squared] series.
Measurements, floss and the [scroll.border] for this collaged piece are all included with the chart for [a.moment.in.chalk].
An autoship for the series is available for April-December (3 chart minimum). Button packs are sold separately—autoship is also available (3 pack minimum). Autos ship from JABC.
January, February and March charts are available first at Nashville. Auto signups will ship after the show

What else do you need?

White Enameled Candle Pans

4" Round Finishing Kit
with instructions

Button Packs
available from
Just Another Button Company
prices per pack will vary

Scroll Board
available
for finishing
[A.Moment.In.Chalk]

32 Count Linen
gunmetal
available from
Weeks Dye Works
[A.Moment.in.Chalk]
135 x 135 stitches
Calendar Designs
60 x 60 stitches
[Chalk.Squared]
317 x 317 stitches

Thread
Gentle Art
[Chalk.Squared] Series

Well all this is enough for now. Keep watching for more.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

It's Stitching Time 2016s New and Nashville Requests

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 08 Jan 2016 00:21:00 +0000

2016 has come to California with a bang. We actually have had rain and a tornado warning. A bit scary for those of us who have never had to deal with tornadoes.

For those of you who visited the shop you know that we have shop dogs. You could be greeted by Rusty, Reba, Saber or Bella. (Bella is the noisy one and the littlest.) Well I was blessed with 6 new puppies on December 5th. You will not be seeing them at the shop but when we have placed them in appropriate homes you will get to meet the one or ones that I decide I can't live without. Here is a quick little video that was taken last night.

The class page of the web site has been updated with out upcoming offerings. So make sure you check out what is available to you. It is fun to learn new stitches and techniques. We are introducing a beading class so you can expand you horizons.

The newest Needlepoint Now magazine is the store. As par for the course, it is full of very interesting articles and new projects.

Between the holidays and the puppies I haven't been doing much stitching but here is a picture of a sampler that I have been trying to complete. This is only the bottom left corner.

So all I have left to do is the border and that is a little over half way done.

Well I am off to see what other trouble I can get into for now,

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Upcoming Schedule of Shop Hours

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sat, 05 Dec 2015 00:06:00 +0000

Due to the unforeseen circumstances of what is happening I am going to try and give you a schedule of when the shop will be open. We are not closing but with family coming in for Jerry's Memorial Service and Beth's husband having knee surgery we are dancing around to maintain the shop hours. What I am posting will be to the best of our knowledge but if you would feel more comfortable, you can always call before you come so that you don't waste a trip.

DATE HOURS

Sat. 12-5 12:30 pm - 5 pm

Sun. 12-6 Closed

Mon. 12-7 10 am - 5 pm

Tues. 12-8 10 am - 5 pm

Wed 12 - 9 11:30 am - 5 pm

Thurs 12-10 10 am - 5 pm

Fri. 12-11 10 am - 5 pm

Sat. 12-12 10 am - 1 pm

Sun. 12 - 13 Closed

Mon. 12-14 12:30 pm - 5 pm

Tue. 12-15 10 am - 4 pm

Wed. 12-16 Closed

Thur. 12 - 17 10 am - 5 pm

Fri. 12-18 10 am - 5 pm

I am sorry that there is such variation in this but it is what it is - and it's a bit out of my control right now. I ask for your patience with me during this time. I now have another hat I have to wear with Jerry's business and my mind is in two places. Thank you for your continued support.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

760-737-3113

Sad New and Thanksgiving Wishes

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Thu, 26 Nov 2015 06:09:00 +0000

There is no easy way to say this but to spit out. I lost the love of my life, my best friend and my love, Jerry on November 13th. My world to say the least has been turned upside down. After 46 1/2 years I am the lone decision maker. I am thankful in the peace that God has given me. I know that Jerry is in heaven and no longer in pain and able to do all the things that he hadn't been able to do the last few years.
So with that being said there are so many things to be thankful for, to numerous to count. I wish for all of you to have a wonderful Thanksgiving. I wish you love and just want to remind all of you that it is never to soon to mend broken relationships and not to forget to tell the ones you love that you love them. You will never know when it is too late.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Upcoming Events & Fun Things Afoot!

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Thu, 29 Oct 2015 02:59:00 +0000

I have been having fun getting the shop decorated for Halloween. Here are a few pictures so you can enjoy since you might not be able to visit.

I hope I am not jumping the gun, but I wanted to let you know of the upcoming events that we are panning..

Halloween Pot Luck - This is a normal stitch day for us so let's make it fun. If you will be coming to stitch with us please let me know if you will be participating. We would love to have all the bases covered so if you could let us know that you plan on bringing that would be great. For those of you what can't come and join us you can join in on the fun. We will have all Halloween charts and canvases on sale for 20% off
Thanksgiving we stitch and eat on both Friday and Saturday. We all bring left overs and just have fun. For those of you who remember that was our Alex weekend. Sadly we don't have that special time with our friend/teacher but we hold onto those special memories. But a happy note for me it is my birthday. So I guess that equals some of it out
We will be having a Christmas party at the shop, December 12th, details to be announced.
January 23rd & 24th we will be have a special event, so mark your calendar. I will be releasing more information as we get all the details worked out.

The new Just Nan pieces should be arriving next week. Here are the pictures.

If you want one call and get added to the list, you don't miss out. The Reindeer Mouse is a limited edition. What cute ornaments these would make on your Christmas tree.

Happy Stitching.

Vicki

And it Goes On and On

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Thu, 17 Sep 2015 01:39:00 +0000

I have been gone several times since May and there is a good reason that I really don't wan to have to explain. But this time, I am going away for a fun trip that has been planned for just about a year. Two of my friends/clients are going to France to take a class from Alessandra Adelaide. This is going to be a dream trip and I want to take my husband, Jerry, for agreeing to my going and also the ladies, Beth, Ginia and Maura for holding the shop down while I am gone.

There will be a special Stitch Day this Saturday. They, the ladies, have named it "We don't get to go to France" stitch day. So that you all can have some fun also, everything in the shop will be on sale for 25% off. The dates will be from September 17th to the 29th. That will give you plenty of time to find what you want. This does not included any previous marked down items or other discounts and only includes items that are in stock. Email orders are accepted. Please email beth@stitcherstreasures.com .

I will be posting to Facebook with some of the fun things that we will be doing with Alessandra. So check out the pictures and fun things that Leslie, Pamela and I will be doing. Wish all of you were going with us. Wouldn't that be fun!

I just heard from the distributor of the Sampler and Antique Needlework Magazine and they are discontinuing it but will be bringing it back in a different format after the firs of the year. They do have available the previous magazines in DVD form. Let me know if you are interested it one of those and I can order them for you.

Happy Stitching,
Vicki

New Arrivals!

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 04 Sep 2015 21:14:00 +0000

We will be closed on Monday, Sept. 7th to celebrate Labor Day. The girls will be stitching n Saturday. If you want some relaxation this weekend come on by.

The Fall 2015 edition of Sampler and Antique Needlework Magazine and the second part of the new Lizzie Kate Little Mystery Sampler has arrived. Coming soon will be the new Just Nan pieces. All of theses can been seen on the New Arrivals page on the web site. I am including some pictures for you. We have also updated the Works in Progress Page with lots of wonderful pieces that our friends are working on.

I received an email from the distributor of Sampler & Antique Needlework News that the Aug 2015 issue would be the last one. There were very little details but she did say they were going to incorporate some the same types of articles in the Just Cross Stitch Magazine. I am not sure what is going on yet but will keep you updated.

I hate having to tell you this since our weather has been so hot and I know that I have not felt much like stitching, but . . . Finishing for Christmas deadlines for ornaments and stand-ups are October 1st, and stockings and pillows are October 15th. So get busy everyone that is just a little more than a month away.

On line Needlework Show

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 07 Aug 2015 23:02:00 +0000

Just a quick reminder that the Online Needlework Show, presented by Norden Crafts, starts on Monday, August 10th to 19th. You can go to either their Facebook page or their Blog page to see the designs that are being offered. Make a note of what you would like and then call the shop and we will put the orders through.

Here are the links:

Norden Crafts Online Show FaceBook Page

Norden Crafts Online Show Blog

There are 120 Designers that are participating in the Online Show. Just think about how much fun this will be to sit at home and in your pj's or whatever and be able to shop for this beautiful new designs. These are all new designs for this show so don't miss out on your "private" viewing.

Let us know if you need any help or when you are ready, call us with your order.

Happy Shopping,

Vicki

On Line Show Presented by Norden Crafts!

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Wed, 29 Jul 2015 19:56:00 +0000

We are so lucky to have a distributor like Norden Crafts. There is usually a Needlework Show in the fall for Cross Stitchers. Well this year it was cancelled so Norden Crafts stepped up to the plate and organized a Online Needlework Show. The Show is August 10th to the 19th. I will be updating you as I get more information. I have seen many of the designs that are coming and they are wonderful.

In the shop - lots of 4th of July, Summer, Halloween and Christmas items have been arriving!

These are the Bewitching Pixies by Nora Corbett. They are all under 10" x 10" and there are bead kits available for all of them. And then the newest one from Mirabilia is The Raven Queen.

As many of you may already know, the Prairie Schooler has announced that they will be retiring in early 2016. This will be a big loss to the Cross Stitch industry. They have been designing and providing us with wonderful designs for 32 years. As much as they are going to be missed I wish them a wonderful retirement and many years of happiness. There are several new designs available right now so if you are a fan you won't want to miss out on these. Here are the pictures.

Evergreen

Night Flight

Bump in the Night

Witching Hour

Mini Card Collection F
Ding Dong

I personally am in Charlotte, NC helping my son. I will be back on August 5th in time for the Online Show. The weather here is very hot and humid, but everything is green. The other night we were out walking and I smelled fresh cut grass. Boy it has been a while since I have smelled that because my lawn is almost nonexistent because of the drought at home. So I guess you can't have everything. I just thank God that we have what we have and that we need to learn to be happy with what we have as it could always be worse.

Well I am off for now. Tomorrow I am going to the Needlepoint Store in Charlotte. Can't miss that.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Christmas in July

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sun, 12 Jul 2015 03:37:00 +0000

As much as I hate to bring this up, we are only about 5 1/2 months from Christmas. To help you get motivated everything Christmas is 25% off from July 13th to the 18th. That includes all cross stitch, needlepoint and hardanger that is in stock. We will be more than happy to order other items but they will not be included in the sale.

The website has been updated with the newest items in the shop.

Today was our all day stitch and there was a full house. I think that I like these days the best. I love being able to spend time getting to know all of you better. Sometimes when my friends come into the shop it is for a brief stop so there isn't enough time to talk about families and other important items in our life. If you are in the area you can always stop and stitch as the table is always open.

What are you stitching? I hate to admit this but I haven't had much of a chance to stitch lately. I have had to make two spur of the moment trips to Charlotte, NC in the past 6 weeks. It was nice to go but there was no time to stitch and then when I got home it was time to catch up. I hope this week will change that. I was able to spend some guilty time with my son and grandchildren. That makes it all worth while.

All that being said I am going to cut this short so I can do some stitching tonight.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

More and More Needlepoint Canvases

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Wed, 24 Jun 2015 00:11:00 +0000

We have been receiving more and more needlepoint canvases from the show that we went to in January. It is much like Christmas around here. I love it when the UPS, USPS and FedEx delivery trucks show up. Everyone gathers around to see what surprises are in store when the boxes are opened.

Just a quick thought! What are you stitching? Personally I am working on another stocking for one of my granddaughters, a sampler and gathering threads for the Harvest Canvas that is being taught by Sandy Arthur of Duo Designs. Please reply to this post with some of your pictures. We love to see what others are stitching. Here are the ones I have in progress. The stocking is from Liz and the sampler is from Nouveau Encore Designs. Without going to far, of course there are many others that are WIPS but I really don't want to admit to how many, so please don't ask.

With summer upon us I want to take a moment to remind you of the deadline dates for finishing for Christmas is October 1st. It sounds like a long way off but in a blink of an eye it will be here. I don't want any of you to miss out on getting your things done so I will just keep bugging you with reminders.

We will be receiving our Just Cross Stitch Halloween Edition soon. To make sure that you don't miss out give us a call to reserve yours.

We are looking into ordering a new (at least new to us) called Silk Road Fiber. It looks like raffea but is made from silk. We are also looking at the Planet Earth Fibers from Pepper Pot Silk. I have stitched with this fiber and absolutely love it.

With the 4th of July just around the corner, I hope that you have some fun plans for this wonderful holiday. My family and I will be staying home and I plan on doing lots of stitching. We will be closed on the 4th and 5th. Then on the 11th we will be here for our "All Day Stitch".

So for now keep stitching and enjoying yourself. I know that is the best time for me when I am stitching or playing with me furry kids.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Red Nose Day - Let's Help Fight Hunger and Poverty

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 08 May 2015 18:48:00 +0000

Here is what Red Nose Day is all about.

The money raised during Red Nose Day will be used to fund programs that address the immediate needs of children and young people living in poverty in the U.S. and internationally in Africa, Asia and Latin America. The money will be split between domestic and international poverty issues. The pre-selected charity partners are Boys & Girls Clubs of America; charity: water; Children's Health Fund; Feeding America; Gavi, The Vaccine Alliance; the Global Fund; Lift; National Council of La Raza; National Urban League; Oxfam America; Save the Children and United Way.

In the U.K., Red Nose Day has been a tradition for 30 years and is an inspiring cultural phenomenon that unites people from all walks of life in the interest of saving and changing lives across the globe. With superstar presenters and comedians, original sketch comedy, hilarious film parodies and amazing musical performances, Red Nose Day has been one of the BBC's highest-rated Friday night shows for many years and raised more than $1 billion in donations so far for organizations addressing poverty.

We're teaming up with NBC to raise money and change thousands of lives. Red Nose Day's inaugural three-hour entertainment TV special on May 21st, 2015. I have decided to take part in the Red Nose Day to help fight hunger and poverty in the US. Here at Stitcher's Treasures we will take 15% of what ever you purchase from Monday, May 11th to Thursday, May 21st and we will donate that amount to this worthwhile cause from our caring stitchers.

Just Clowning Around

Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Flowers for Beauty

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Thu, 30 Apr 2015 20:55:00 +0000

Here in California our governing officials have decided to put us on water rationing and we can't water our grass or gardens to maintain them the way they should be. I have decided that to give us a chance to have some beauty in our spring and summer months, we need to be stitching flowers. Soooooooooooooooo that means anything in the shop that has flowers on it is on sale for 35% off, starting on Saturday, May 2nd to Saturday, May 9th. Now is the time to stock up and enjoy the beauty that you can give to these floral designs.

There are many new canvases still coming in from the show and what fun we have been having with them. I personally have been working on the Hanukkah pieces. They certainly are coming out nice and are a quick-fun stitch. I have also been working on a piece that was offered as a class through the San Diego ANG group called Walking the Water's Edge. I have included a picture of the ones that I am working on. You can post to our Facebook page your WIPS. We love to see what everyone is stitching.

These are the pieces I am working on while I am in the shop and I have a cross stitch sampler that I am working on at home, when there is time.

There are new designs by My Big Toe Designs and From Nancy's Needle. You can see them on the web page we have for them. These two and a few others up on the What's New Page in the next couple of days. We are trying to update the web page as quickly as possible.

Dorothy will be teaching the Butterfly Effect on May 30th. You can see all about it on the class page. While you are there don't forget about the Halloween Train that Nancy is teaching. You can jump on board that ride anytime you would like. I will be teaching the Blue Carnation Bargello pillow on June 6th. You can see the picture of my finished piece on the class page also.

There is going to be an online needlework show being sponsored by Norden Crafts in August. It should be fun as you will be able to see the same items that I see and order through me. They have promised to have many specials and limited edition items. I will keep you posted on the upcoming event but make sure you save a date between August 10 and 19th to spend sometime enjoying this event.

So back to stitching and making a dent it what I have to do. I am sure you all understand that.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Happy Easter, Passover and Spring

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Thu, 02 Apr 2015 21:55:00 +0000

This time of year is special to so many of us with the Religious Observance of Passover and Easter. No matter which one you observe or even if you don't observe either, it is a renewing of the earth and a time for fresh beginnings in nature and the world. The flowers are all blooming after a time of sleep and so beautiful to look at. It seems as if just a few days ago nature was still resting and here just a short time later I am seeing flowers and blooms on so many plants and shrubs. Because of this, we will be closed on Friday afternoon at 3:00 pm.

The shop is also blooming in canvases from the show and it is a surprise everyday to see what is arriving. Just this week Raymond Crawford and Alexa Needlepoint arrived. Reference books from Ruth Schmuff and Janice McGuire arrived. Also the Thread Reference Guide by Jane Evans and Liv Weiss. After looking at these books I have kept a complete set for myself. They are going to be invaluable for those of you who love to do decorative stitches and use threads for embellishment and texture.
Many of the new canvases are Halloween and Christmas 'cause you need to think about getting started if you want it done for the 2015 celebration.

Classes are being set up for the next few months and will be posted. For a quick overview, Nancy will be continuing with the Halloween Train and other items she has taught in the past. Dorothy will be teaching the Butterfly Effect from Threedles, a study in textures on design. Here is a picture of her work in progress and the one from the designer.

The colors can be set up to fit you. There are three options by the designer, Dorothy's colorway and yours. The options are unlimited and we will be more than happy to help you pick the colorway of your choice.

To help you expedite you time through the website here we have updated the New Arrivals page with the newest canvases and books that have arrived.

Remember that there is never a time that is not good to stitch. Take some time for yourself and enjoy you hobby.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Strictly Christmas, Dream House Ventures, Labors of Love, etc.

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 27 Mar 2015 23:51:00 +0000

It has been like Christmas around here with packages arriving from the show. We are updating the web page a quickly as we can with the new canvases. I am including some picture here for you.

Dream House Ventures

Danji

We had the first class of the Halloween Train last Saturday and here are a few pictures.

Dorothy will be teaching the Jean Hilton Puzzle Purse. If you have a hankering to see a beautiful piece make sure you stop by. Even if you don't want to stitch it as a purse there are several other ways it can be done. You can see the pictures on the web site, but they are so much prettier in person.

I will be teaching a Bargello piece which has been pictured on the class page, but I just got the finished piece back so we updated the picture. I have it finished as a bolster pillow. So I will be checking the calendar to set a date for the class. Nancy will continue to be teaching the Halloween Train over the next several months. Remember though that she is a very talented teacher and can also help anyone with other projects, so bring them to class.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

My Personal Hell Week

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sat, 14 Mar 2015 05:52:00 +0000

Things have been really hopping in the shop. Lots of new needlepoint canvases are arriving. This week we received Whimsy and Grace and The Artists Collection. The pictures are all up on the web site.

I have been stitching on the Hanukkah Club pieces. I have the first one just about finished. I did finish the Patchwork of Peace Flag. With The Artists Collection arriving today I have the first three pieces of the Seasonal Basket Club pieces to start working on. I guess I have my work cut out for me. Isn't that the way, finish one and replace it with 3 new one. Oh well, but how I love it, stitch, stitch, stitch.

This Saturday is our all day Stitch and a fun day for all the attendees. The Halloween Train by Raymond Crawford will be starting next Saturday and the following Saturday is the Puzzle Purse.

There has been a price change on many of the cross stitch fabrics and we are working on getting the web site updated with the new prices. If you have a question please call so we can give you the correct price.

On a more personal note, I have had a very busy this week with my dogs. As most of you know I have, Rough Collies (Lassie dogs). For years it has been my dream to breed them. So in the past four years I have acquired a male, Rusty and female Reba. It came time for breeding and decisions had to be made if to breed the two I have or bring in another line. After much discussion with people that have more experience I decided to bring in another line. So last weekend Jerry and I drove 2 hours to pick up the other male. In order to have some sanity, whatever that is my house, I sent Rusty on a doggy vacation. After a week of getting Reba and the stud mated I had to bring Rusty home to get him ready to show this weekend. So he came home this morning and now I have to try and keep male dogs apart and a female in hiding. What fun this has been. Actually it hasn't been that bad, just a series of making plans without knowing what to expect. So far so good and we should know if there will be puppies coming in about 4 weeks.

Well I am off to bed as I have an early morning tomorrow getting Rusty ready for the show. Thanks for reading (listening),

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

News from Stitcher's Treasures

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sat, 28 Feb 2015 01:29:00 +0000

I am sorry to say that I cannot attend the Nashville Market. I had originally planned on attending but a family illnesses has thrown a wrench into the works. I will be ordering new products once the show closes and they let the non attendees have some fun!

The needlepoint canvases and accessories from the Phoenix show are arriving now and we have rearranged all the needlepoint boards to accommodate them. Here is a picture of the first board which we have affectionately named our "attitude board".

Oh yippee! The UPS man just arrived and the Dovo Scissors are here. I have a weakness for scissors. Thank God I didn't order any for myself.

We have a new cabinet in the shop that has glass doors on both sides. Some of our models have found a new home in a new cabinet. Come in and check it out.

The Whimsey and Grace order should be here next week. They are wonderful 3 dimensional stars with beads so that you can use them as a stand up or a tree topper for your Christmas Tree. We also ordered the Gingerbread Men ~ such fun for a kitchen!

Here is the work in progress picture of the Patchwork of Peace that I have been trying to get finished. Do you ever get so close to a finish and get so anxious that you just want it done? Well that is where I am right now on this piece. Maybe by this weekend I can have it finished.

As for our classes, Dorothy will be here the end of March to teach the Puzzle Purse by Jean Hilton. Of course, there are always color choices to be made and I have the thread list if you are signed up for the class. You also have the choice of doing it as a purse or as a flat piece for framing or pillow. The model of the flat piece is already in the shop and the purse should be here soon. Come by and take a look so you don't miss out on the class. There is pre-stitching that needs to be done before the first class. Here is a picture for you:

So I going to go now and get the scissors into the inventory and maybe try to get a bit of stitching on the flag. Hope to see you soon,

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

What's New At Stitcher's Treasures

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Tue, 10 Feb 2015 22:50:00 +0000

I actually started this post last week and got bogged down with what to say. This week I have no
problem.

First at 9:09 am our Granddaughter presented us with our first Great-Granddaughter. Her name is Elayna and she weighed it at 4 lb 13 oz and is 18 inches long. So the joy all those years with children has just tripled with the Great-Grandchild era. I am not sure how I feel about it 'cause I don't feel old enough to be in this era. I am elated to have a new gift from God in our family and I pray for the new family beginning their lives together.

We have had the good fortune of acquiring an abundance of canvases. Most of them are up on the website for you to peruse. They are from many different designers i.e. Melissa Shirley, Danji, Alexa, Associated Talents, etc. and some of them are on the 50% sale page. Time to take advantage of the fun canvases that we have.

I have also have decided to discontinue the Anchor #5 & #8 Pearl Cotton. This was very difficult decision as I have always liked the Anchor fibers. Since they decided to discontinue #12 and #3 and some of the colors in #8 and #5, I feel it is better to provide you all with the matching colors across all the sizes and I can do that with DMC. So we are bringing in those in #3, #5, #8 and #12. It will take a bit of time to do all of that but if you come in and we don't have a color you want, we will order it and fill in the line as soon as we can. We have already made a good dent into the collection!

The Second in the Hanukkah Series has arrived and we have one more spot open if you want to join the club. The canvases are $55.00 per month for the next 7 months plus the first 2 that are already out. When finished you can also purchase an amazingly beautiful wooden Menorah with dowels for the finished needlepoints. Here is a picture of the finished Menorah.

We will be starting on the Raymond Crawford Halloween Train on February 21st. I am so looking forward to the start of this project. Nancy has done a wonderful job on her rendition of the project that was shown in the Needlepoint Now Magazine. If you want to join us please let me know as I am in the process of ordering the threads and the remainder of the canvases needed. It will be a fun class.

In March we will be offering the Puzzle Purse by Jean Hilton, It can be done as a purse or as a flat piece that can be made into a picture or a pillow. Here is a picture of the one done flat. The purse model is still in the works. So stay tuned.

We will be offering six seasonal baskets through The Artists Collection. We are going to start this group the end of April with the summer basket. It will be done every other month and that will give you the ability to finish it before the next season arrives. They are small pieces and easy to complete. Here is a link to the page that the information is on for this club: http://stitcherstreasures.com/mainpages/stitchers_sorority/seasonal_baskets.htm .

We have done some remodeling in the shop and added some trellis to help accommodate the additional canvas that are here and the others that will be arriving soon.

Well that is it for now. Come by and see us soon.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Antique Sewing Items & More

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sat, 31 Jan 2015 05:14:00 +0000

Well things are starting to get back to normal after a nasty cold. It is still not completely gone but I am feeling so much better than I was.

For those of you who are collectors of antique needlework items I would like you to know that we do have some available for you. There is a new page up on the web site that shows the antiques items. They are fun and for those of you who love to do samplers they are wonderful pieces to add to your displays. They are also usable in you daily stitching lives. I am a scissor collector and love to have antique scissors to use. There are other items also available other than scissors, i.e. stanhopes needle holders, stilettos, measuring tapes with stanhopes and thimble
cases. Not all the items are up on the site but we are working on it, so stay tuned.

Here is what else is new:

We have some canvases that have been marked down 50% and they are available on the web site
We have replenished our stock on many threads
Canvases and other items are arriving from the show daily
Two new clubs are starting click here to see. Please call to sign up.

Don't forget to check out the class page as there are new items for you to consider. Classes fill up fast and are limited to 8 people.

Superbowl Sunday is this weekend and do you have your project ready to work on? If not, stop by and see what is available to make the game a bit more enjoyable. Come in on Saturday and you will find special discounts awaiting you.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

New Items Arriving Shortly

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Sat, 17 Jan 2015 05:25:00 +0000

Well Virginia and I made it home from Phoenix unscathed. Although a nasty cold caught up with me and I have not been doing well this week.

Virginia and I have spent most of the week putting invoices in the computer and trying to get pictures of what is coming in for you to see. It has been a big job and we are not finished yet. So I did get a few of the pictures to share with you. What you will see here is no where near what we will be getting in over the next few months. I did bring some things back, so there are new items for you to visit in the shop. The following pictures are a smattering of what we have coming.

Stand by for more.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

On The Road Again . . .

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Tue, 06 Jan 2015 22:27:00 +0000

     Virginia and I will be going to The National Needlework Association show this weekend in Phoenix, Az. We are leaving on Friday and will be back Sunday Evening. A bit of a whirlwind trip but other commitments require our attention on Monday, so it is what it is. If you have seen anything or just can't live without something in the way of Needlepoint or threads let me know and I will do my best to get it for you.

     I am going to be taking my laptop with me so I hope to be updating the webpage with pictures of the things we are getting/ordering from the show. So make sure you check the web page often.

     For those of you who don't know we will be doing the Raymond Crawford Halloween Train starting in February. There is a stitch guide available in the Needlepoint Now Magazines starting with the Sept/Oct 2024 and going through the Jan/Feb 2015 issues. We have the two back issues and will be getting the Jan/Feb issue soon. Nancy will be teaching the class, if you can attend at the shop, she has made some wonderful modifications which could possibly be available as an additional stitch guide. I am including pictures of the Train and the additional pieces that are available. Let me know as soon as you can if you are interested in any of these pieces.

The end of the month we will be starting the Patchwork of Peace flag. There are a few more opening in this class if you are interested. You can see all the particulars on the class page.

Well I am off for now as I have lots to do to get ready for the show.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

Christmas Week Is Upon Us

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Wed, 24 Dec 2014 00:18:00 +0000

Time, as usual, is moving far to quickly this time of year and I seem to be getting farther behind by the minute. I don't know how your time goes but if you have any to spare I will be glad to take it off your hands.

Ginia and I have just updated the web page to include a new page for Antique Stitching Tools. So far we only the have scissors up but will be adding other items also. If you want to take a look click here .

Just for fun I want to share some of the pieces that we have gotten back from the finisher.

Our Holiday hours will be as follow:

December 24 Closed
Christmas Day Closed
December 31 from 9 am to 12 pm
January 1st Closed

All of us at Stitcher's Treasures want to wish all of you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We look forward to serving you in 2015.

Happy Stitching;

Vicki

What's New At Stitcher's Treasures

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 05 Dec 2014 21:02:00 +0000

I received an email from the distributor of The Sampler and Antique Needlework magazine. As of January they will be adding 16 more pages and a new style of cover. They will also be raising the price to $9.99 per issue.

We received the new kits from Lizzie Kate today and the next part of Things Unseen. I will be getting the new charts to those who subscribed tomorrow. Lizzie Kate also has the new kit Jingle All the Way which includes the finishing fabric, chart, stitching fabric and embellishments for on $20.00. Click here to see it.

Go to our Facebook page. We are running a special for the first 200 of you that comment on the post.

I am just about done decorating the shop for Christmas and the Shop Decorations page has also be updated. The girls have told me we already have had passersby's coming in to purchase them. Sorry they are from my private collection and here for all of our enjoyment.

We are thinking of doing the Hanukkah club from NeedleDeeva. Anyone interested . . .? Please email us as we have to order these in advance.

Other items that are upcoming are the Raymond Crawford Halloween Train and the Patchwork of Peace will be starting in January. In February we will be doing Blue Carnation Bargello that is in the Nov./Dec. 2014 Needlepoint Now Magazine. You can see the updated model on our WIP.

Happy Stitching,

Vicki

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Wed, 26 Nov 2014 20:57:00 +0000

We wanted to take the time to wish you all a very Happy Thanksgiving. We hope that all of you have a wonderful day with your friends and family.

I also wanted to give you an update on what was happening after Thanksgiving. On Friday typically we have celebrated with a stitch day and a potluck of leftovers. This is our Stitching Families Thanksgiving. Come and join us if you like. We don't want interrupt your Black Friday fun for those of you who can brave that.

Small Business Saturday we will be having or own celebration. We will be offering a discount of 20% off of all Holiday Charts and Needlepoint. If you kit up the project we will give you and additional 5% off. If you spend over $40 we have a special gift for you. Above that we will be stitching so you can start you project right then ad there, if you like.

Our Holiday and Event Hours will be as follows:

November 27 ~ closed
November 28 ~ 10 am to 5 pm ~ open for stitching
November 29 ~ 10 am to 5 pm ~ open for stitching
December 6 ~ 10 am to 5 pm ~ open for stitching

The table in the back room is always open if you need to escape for a bit to finish projects or just get away.

December 24 ~ 10 am to 2 pm
December 25 ~ closed
December 31 ~ 10 am to 2 pm
January 1 ~ closed

We hope you can join us for the holiday festivities.

Ghosties and Ghoulies have left and on to Turkey Time

noreply@blogger.com (Stitcher's Treasures) — Fri, 14 Nov 2014 21:33:00 +0000

The newest Lizzie Kate Mystery Sampler Part 1 has arrived and I can hardly wait to start mine. Of course, there is also all the new Just Nan which is also very enticing. I am including pictures for you in case you haven't seen them.

Things Unseen by Lizzie Kate

Peace on Earth by Just Nan

Gingerbread Garden Cube by Just Nan

Gingerbread Angel Mouse

Ginger Holly Man

     I hope you can see why I am so torn as to what to stitch next. As if there is not enough in my stash that I couldn't find something to stitch. These are only a drop in the bucket as to what is new in the shop. Make sure you check out the web page for all the new things and the Works in Progress page so you can see what others are working on. I think that is always very interesting. If you ever want to show off what you are working on, just send us a picture and we will be happy to add it to the WIP page.

     The new Needlepoint Now and Sampler & Antique Needlework Quarterly magazine are also out and there are several items in them that are calling my name. As we are planning on teaching the Raymond Crawford Halloween Train after the first of the year, the Needlepoint Now magazine is a must.   Nancy will be teaching it and has put some of her spins and loving touches on it. Please let us know if you will be joining us, so that we can order enough canvases and keep the stitch guides that are being published in the Needlepoint Now magazine.

     I will be teaching the Patchwork of Peace by Mary Clark Donegan. I have been having lots of fun stitching all the parts to it   This is a wonderful place to use your stash of red, white and blue. I have found that it has also made me do a bit of organizing so that I have all those colors in the same location, boy was that a job.  I have had several people ask how long does it take to do a square and I have found that it is about 30 to 45 minutes which includes the picking of the threads, which is the hardest part.

     We have a new page on the web site Shop Decorations. This way you can visit the shop virtually to how we celebrate.

    Now I am off to stitch and enjoy my Friday because I have to work this Saturday.   Since Saturday is my normal day off, I am going to try and stitch today.

                                                                                      Keep Stitching,

                                                                Vicki

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