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The Dress of Many Patterns – a citizen science project

Hey, local Huron County stitchers! Would you be interested in a ‘citizen science project’ focusing on needlework history? What would you think of this idea: creating a number of vintage…

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21 August 2020

Leaf & Lace Vest

This lovely Leaf & Lace Vest was created by designer Irene Kellins, owner of Stitches with a Twist in Blyth. The pattern is inspired by an heirloom counterpane in the…

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21 August 2018

How to Make a Chiton Dress

A chiton, constructed from a rectangular piece of fabric, is a type of ancient Greek clothing worn in antiquity by both men and women. The chiton was wrapped over and…

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11 October 2018

Rare Stitches: Knitting Inspired by Illuminated Manuscripts

I recently missed this very fascinating virtual knitting event hosted by McGill Library, Rare Stitches: Knitting Inspired by Illuminated Manuscripts. I would have loved to have attended, but I can…

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25 February 2021

History of Tomato Pin Cushions

Metal pins are an invaluable tool for today’s needleworker and seamstress, and they were no less so for sewers throughout history. With pins came a variety of ways to store…

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11 April 2019
  • Lacemaking,  Needlework,  Needlework Classes,  Needlework History,  Needlework history resources,  Stitching Inspiration

    Lace Museum offering online workshop in Halas Lace

    The Lace Museum is offering an online workshop in Halas Lace starting September 24. For more information and registration: https://www.thelacemuseum.org/workshops.html Halas lace was first made in 1902 in Kiskunhalas, Hungary. Halas is a needlelace worked with fine thread, and the pattern motifs outlined with thick thread, instead of buttonholed as in other needlelace. It has an Art Nouveau look. The darning stitch is worked in the solid design areas to give the effect of finely woven cloth and there are over 60 types of filling stitches. The Lace Museum is also offering online workshops in Turkish Needle Lace (Igne Oya), Bedfordshire Bobbin Lace, Exploring Grounds with GroundForge and more! Learn more…

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    Textile art classes at FACTS, Blyth

    There are a number of textile art classes running at the FACTS Gallery in Blyth. Check out the options below or visit their website for complete info: https://factsblyth.ca. Intro to Crochet Join FACTS for a relaxing evening of stitching as Cathy Nethery introduces you to the basics of crochet. After learning the fundamental stitches, you will create a stunning scarf using variegated yarn. Indigo Dye Day Watch the magic of Indigo as it turns natural fibres into beautiful shades of blue. Bring your dingy whites to change blue or purchase items from us to dye on our Indigo Dye Day! Intro to Rug Hooking Learn the timeless tradition of rug…

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My name is Sharlene, a freelancer, stitcher, and lover of all things needlework & vintage. I enjoy sharing my journey of discovery through stitching history, exploring the connections between needle arts, culture and history.

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