needlework?
Q. how to start a new project and the tools and supplies needed
Asked by egbgorf - Sat Nov 17 11:04:02 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. What kind of needlework? There is sewing, quilting, embroidery, knitting, crocheting...?
Answered by Kacky - Sat Nov 17 11:18:26 2007
Q. how to start a new project and the tools and supplies needed
Asked by egbgorf - Sat Nov 17 11:04:02 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. What kind of needlework? There is sewing, quilting, embroidery, knitting, crocheting...?
Answered by Kacky - Sat Nov 17 11:18:26 2007
How can I clean a framed needlework?
Q. I have a framed crewel needlework that my mother stitched for me years ago. It is dark from dust, grime, and natural gas heat. I want to get it cleaned, but I don't know where to take it. I'm assuming it will have to come out of the frame, but I'm not sure. Any suggestions, please?
Asked by Betsy From Florida - Wed Jan 10 21:49:31 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes! Go to www.heloise.com and ask your question. I know she has covered this in her column before. If this answer isn't on her website, you can always write to have her answer the question in her column again. If you want to have it professionally cleaned, phone your dry cleaner and ask if they handle these things. If not, they would probably know who does in your area.
Answered by thejanith - Wed Jan 10 21:56:00 2007
Q. I have a framed crewel needlework that my mother stitched for me years ago. It is dark from dust, grime, and natural gas heat. I want to get it cleaned, but I don't know where to take it. I'm assuming it will have to come out of the frame, but I'm not sure. Any suggestions, please?
Asked by Betsy From Florida - Wed Jan 10 21:49:31 2007 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Yes! Go to www.heloise.com and ask your question. I know she has covered this in her column before. If this answer isn't on her website, you can always write to have her answer the question in her column again. If you want to have it professionally cleaned, phone your dry cleaner and ask if they handle these things. If not, they would probably know who does in your area.
Answered by thejanith - Wed Jan 10 21:56:00 2007
what different techniques do you use to stop fraying while needlework?
Q. I mainly use clear nail polish (something my mother showed me) but it is not working. I bought a bottle can't remeber the name of it that looks like a nail polish bottle that I bought at a craft store and that isn't working very good either. What techniques do you use. i was thinking about pulling out my sewing machine and bate stitching the edges has anyone tried that and does it work
Asked by kellykat60409 - Sun Aug 26 00:16:18 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. the best method would be to sew it. Finish the edges as you would finish it for display. some people use masking tape to hold the edges together. However, masking tape does dry out and fall off. Artist (or painters) masking tape might be a solution - it is blue and can be found in the hardware departments. another solution would be to backstich it all the way around - over 2 threads and up through the middle of the stitch just made.
Answered by anniebammy - Mon Aug 27 14:04:46 2007
Q. I mainly use clear nail polish (something my mother showed me) but it is not working. I bought a bottle can't remeber the name of it that looks like a nail polish bottle that I bought at a craft store and that isn't working very good either. What techniques do you use. i was thinking about pulling out my sewing machine and bate stitching the edges has anyone tried that and does it work
Asked by kellykat60409 - Sun Aug 26 00:16:18 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments
A. the best method would be to sew it. Finish the edges as you would finish it for display. some people use masking tape to hold the edges together. However, masking tape does dry out and fall off. Artist (or painters) masking tape might be a solution - it is blue and can be found in the hardware departments. another solution would be to backstich it all the way around - over 2 threads and up through the middle of the stitch just made.
Answered by anniebammy - Mon Aug 27 14:04:46 2007
Does anyone know where to get a needlework pattern of the Indiana state flag?
Q. I need a counted pattern or kit for needlepoint or cross-stitch for a school project. thanks!
Asked by bkgurrl1 - Mon Mar 26 16:43:27 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. has the state quarter in cross stitch... would that do?
Answered by Ben's MomMom - Mon Mar 26 16:52:45 2007
Q. I need a counted pattern or kit for needlepoint or cross-stitch for a school project. thanks!
Asked by bkgurrl1 - Mon Mar 26 16:43:27 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. has the state quarter in cross stitch... would that do?
Answered by Ben's MomMom - Mon Mar 26 16:52:45 2007
Where can I find the Euro 4-ply Cord Maker to make custom twisted cords for finishing needlework projects?
Q. It is a battery-operated gizmo that looks quite cool! Thanks!
Asked by sewingangoras - Mon Nov 5 19:48:46 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by Delta M - Tue Nov 6 07:30:09 2007
Q. It is a battery-operated gizmo that looks quite cool! Thanks!
Asked by sewingangoras - Mon Nov 5 19:48:46 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
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Answered by Delta M - Tue Nov 6 07:30:09 2007
On needlework, how to you put the design on the sewing fabric?
Q. I got a baby duck with birhdate and name to be cross stitched on to fabric. How do you trace or transfer the duck picture to the cloth? Thank you.
Asked by CeeBee - Mon Mar 5 14:43:57 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There might be something a little more "up to date" these days, but I usually just use plain carbon paper like they used to make typewritten copies of documents. Just go slowly and lightly. The pattern hand washed out later after stitching. I hope you can find something that works!
Answered by loves easy tears - Mon Mar 5 14:51:00 2007
Q. I got a baby duck with birhdate and name to be cross stitched on to fabric. How do you trace or transfer the duck picture to the cloth? Thank you.
Asked by CeeBee - Mon Mar 5 14:43:57 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. There might be something a little more "up to date" these days, but I usually just use plain carbon paper like they used to make typewritten copies of documents. Just go slowly and lightly. The pattern hand washed out later after stitching. I hope you can find something that works!
Answered by loves easy tears - Mon Mar 5 14:51:00 2007
Are knitting,cross stitch,crochet and similar needlework forgotten?
Q. I was just wondering how many people are still doing any of them. Especially younger generations. Personally I love crochet and I am doing it since I was 10,11. It relaxes me and I always have some ready for those people that I realy appreciate and want to give a special present. I'm a mother,wife,3rd level student,have friends but I always find time to do it(usually when watching TV).
Asked by delta - Mon Oct 8 17:08:48 2007 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would say that while some of the needle arts are still in vogue and going strong, some of them are becomming forgotten. Knitting, Crochet and Cross Stitch are all popluar and in little danger of becomming extinct. There are some other ones though, like making Bobbin Lace, Tatting or just other needle work stitches that fall into this category. I do embroider...I am self taught and there are some excellent guides put out by companies like DMC and such, that teaches how to make the different stitches. Keep in mind that the Cross Stitch will be in these books because, they are one stitch in the rich library of Embroidery stitches. They are not hard to learn, you just have to take the time to puzzle them out. I find that embroidery is… [cont.]
Answered by Jen M - Mon Oct 8 18:13:40 2007
Q. I was just wondering how many people are still doing any of them. Especially younger generations. Personally I love crochet and I am doing it since I was 10,11. It relaxes me and I always have some ready for those people that I realy appreciate and want to give a special present. I'm a mother,wife,3rd level student,have friends but I always find time to do it(usually when watching TV).
Asked by delta - Mon Oct 8 17:08:48 2007 - - 14 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I would say that while some of the needle arts are still in vogue and going strong, some of them are becomming forgotten. Knitting, Crochet and Cross Stitch are all popluar and in little danger of becomming extinct. There are some other ones though, like making Bobbin Lace, Tatting or just other needle work stitches that fall into this category. I do embroider...I am self taught and there are some excellent guides put out by companies like DMC and such, that teaches how to make the different stitches. Keep in mind that the Cross Stitch will be in these books because, they are one stitch in the rich library of Embroidery stitches. They are not hard to learn, you just have to take the time to puzzle them out. I find that embroidery is… [cont.]
Answered by Jen M - Mon Oct 8 18:13:40 2007
"I am looking of needlework patterns for cheerleading can anyone tell me where i can find them"?
Q. i am looking for crochet, plastic canvas of counted cross stitch pattens and do not know where to look anymore. i have designed some of my own and i donate them to the local midget cheerleading squads to raffle off but i need a larger varity
Asked by helen j - Thu Aug 23 02:12:10 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have 2 crochet cheerleader patterns. They are in Annie's Attic Crochet Newsletter. I also have 1 cheerleader cross stitch pattern.
Answered by Linda B - Fri Aug 24 17:01:17 2007
Q. i am looking for crochet, plastic canvas of counted cross stitch pattens and do not know where to look anymore. i have designed some of my own and i donate them to the local midget cheerleading squads to raffle off but i need a larger varity
Asked by helen j - Thu Aug 23 02:12:10 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I have 2 crochet cheerleader patterns. They are in Annie's Attic Crochet Newsletter. I also have 1 cheerleader cross stitch pattern.
Answered by Linda B - Fri Aug 24 17:01:17 2007
i need American school of needlework 50 Christmas designs?
Q. does anyone have this book, i am looking for american school of needlework 50 christmas designs, i need picture of front cover to know if it is right one. please help, very important, thanks everybody
Asked by auntrob - Sat May 19 02:16:14 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Picture of the cover on this web page -- oops - Sorry, it's Leisure Arts! I'll keep looking. Good Luck! ~-~
Answered by Emilie W - Sat May 19 04:20:39 2007
Q. does anyone have this book, i am looking for american school of needlework 50 christmas designs, i need picture of front cover to know if it is right one. please help, very important, thanks everybody
Asked by auntrob - Sat May 19 02:16:14 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Picture of the cover on this web page -- oops - Sorry, it's Leisure Arts! I'll keep looking. Good Luck! ~-~
Answered by Emilie W - Sat May 19 04:20:39 2007
Can you give me well known needlework shops in London, England?
Q. I am looking for a needlework pattern of St. Paul's Cathedral in London, England. This is historically well known. Please help me.
Asked by Barb2 - Thu Aug 10 14:03:38 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I dont live in London but the yellow pages should have a lot of the shops listed
Answered by Becca - Thu Aug 10 14:15:59 2006
Q. I am looking for a needlework pattern of St. Paul's Cathedral in London, England. This is historically well known. Please help me.
Asked by Barb2 - Thu Aug 10 14:03:38 2006 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I dont live in London but the yellow pages should have a lot of the shops listed
Answered by Becca - Thu Aug 10 14:15:59 2006
Does anyone know where I can find a "free" needlework?
Q. of the Marine Corps Emblem. My Grand-daughter is marrying a "once a marine, always a Marine". I have searched and from what I have gone through cannot find one although they advertise as "free". I am on a very limited income and would like to find a free one or could someone who has it e-mail me the instructions and the threads needed. I would be very grateful for information to find it and download or if someone could send one to me.
Asked by GG - Thu Mar 12 14:53:58 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. The best one I've seen is a cross-stitch pattern that sells for $4.95 (for download) plus $2 more for shipping. Considering how complex that emblem is, that's a real deal. Of course, you'll want to add his name with his retirement rank and his dates of enlistment (or commissioning) and retirement.
Answered by Miz T - Thu Mar 12 17:15:37 2009
Q. of the Marine Corps Emblem. My Grand-daughter is marrying a "once a marine, always a Marine". I have searched and from what I have gone through cannot find one although they advertise as "free". I am on a very limited income and would like to find a free one or could someone who has it e-mail me the instructions and the threads needed. I would be very grateful for information to find it and download or if someone could send one to me.
Asked by GG - Thu Mar 12 14:53:58 2009 - - 2 Answers - 1 Comments
A. The best one I've seen is a cross-stitch pattern that sells for $4.95 (for download) plus $2 more for shipping. Considering how complex that emblem is, that's a real deal. Of course, you'll want to add his name with his retirement rank and his dates of enlistment (or commissioning) and retirement.
Answered by Miz T - Thu Mar 12 17:15:37 2009
Has anyone heard of the Middle-Eastern needlework style "Suzaune Dugzi or Duzzi"?
Q. I have an embroidered picture given to my Father by a graduate student back in the 70's. I would like to know more about this technique, and where I might be able to sell it, and what kind of price would be reasonable (bad economic times force my hand).
Asked by Wynterwade - Sat Jan 9 12:35:30 2010 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments
Q. I have an embroidered picture given to my Father by a graduate student back in the 70's. I would like to know more about this technique, and where I might be able to sell it, and what kind of price would be reasonable (bad economic times force my hand).
Asked by Wynterwade - Sat Jan 9 12:35:30 2010 - - 0 Answers - 0 Comments
Have you taught your girls to do needlework?
Q. My niece just sent me three pretty hankies on which she hand embroidered my initials and some tiny flowers. I am so proud of her and pleased that her mother and I spent time when she was a little girl, teaching her needlework, just as our mother and grandmothers did for us. Are you passing those skills down to your girls?
Asked by Suzianne - Sat Mar 15 09:19:22 2008 - - 17 Answers - 1 Comments
A. My daughter learned from me and she has surpassed my skills .
Answered by Aloha_Ann - Sat Mar 15 14:10:34 2008
Q. My niece just sent me three pretty hankies on which she hand embroidered my initials and some tiny flowers. I am so proud of her and pleased that her mother and I spent time when she was a little girl, teaching her needlework, just as our mother and grandmothers did for us. Are you passing those skills down to your girls?
Asked by Suzianne - Sat Mar 15 09:19:22 2008 - - 17 Answers - 1 Comments
A. My daughter learned from me and she has surpassed my skills .
Answered by Aloha_Ann - Sat Mar 15 14:10:34 2008
How do I find an old pattern from McCall's Needlework and Crafts, 1971-1972? Leaflet 781-NB.ninitonti@aol.co?
Q. it's a metallic-synthetic yarn crocheted evening gown.
Asked by ninitonti - Mon Jan 5 14:25:06 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. 1) Try eBay. If you don't find it at first, keep checking. 2) Find as many craft-related forums as you can, and post your question in each of them. Eventually you'll probably run across someone who has a copy. 3) Google phrases like "mccalls vintage patterns" or "mccalls out of print patterns". You'll probably find a lot of online stores that specialize in that stuff. Email the owners and ask if they keep a "wish list" for customers like you. I hope one of these suggestions will pay off for you.
Answered by Phaery G - Mon Jan 5 14:34:39 2009
Q. it's a metallic-synthetic yarn crocheted evening gown.
Asked by ninitonti - Mon Jan 5 14:25:06 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. 1) Try eBay. If you don't find it at first, keep checking. 2) Find as many craft-related forums as you can, and post your question in each of them. Eventually you'll probably run across someone who has a copy. 3) Google phrases like "mccalls vintage patterns" or "mccalls out of print patterns". You'll probably find a lot of online stores that specialize in that stuff. Email the owners and ask if they keep a "wish list" for customers like you. I hope one of these suggestions will pay off for you.
Answered by Phaery G - Mon Jan 5 14:34:39 2009
would you consider kind of weird if your husband would want to join you in knitting/needlework ?
Q. I mean.many see this kind of activity as purely feminine...
Asked by fluevog - Thu Jan 8 07:54:09 2009 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Not in the least. Needlework is a good way to pass time, can help you from noshing, and it is genderless.
Answered by Pip - Thu Jan 8 07:58:37 2009
Q. I mean.many see this kind of activity as purely feminine...
Asked by fluevog - Thu Jan 8 07:54:09 2009 - - 15 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Not in the least. Needlework is a good way to pass time, can help you from noshing, and it is genderless.
Answered by Pip - Thu Jan 8 07:58:37 2009
Needlework and Weaving in Chicago?
Q. Anybody know of shops or community centers around Chicago that offer lessons in needlework (embroidery, needlepoint, etc) and/or weaving textiles or baskets? I live in Chicago and want a new hobby.
Asked by Mysterious Gryphon - Sat Sep 15 15:19:10 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Try the Discovery Center ( It's a place that gives lessons on almost anything (using a computer, ballroom dancing, wine tasting, etc.). I'm not positive they have a knitting class, but I wouldn't be surprised if they did.
Answered by bodinibold - Mon Sep 17 13:26:40 2007
Q. Anybody know of shops or community centers around Chicago that offer lessons in needlework (embroidery, needlepoint, etc) and/or weaving textiles or baskets? I live in Chicago and want a new hobby.
Asked by Mysterious Gryphon - Sat Sep 15 15:19:10 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. Try the Discovery Center ( It's a place that gives lessons on almost anything (using a computer, ballroom dancing, wine tasting, etc.). I'm not positive they have a knitting class, but I wouldn't be surprised if they did.
Answered by bodinibold - Mon Sep 17 13:26:40 2007
girls:- ever met a guy who liked knitting/needlework ?
Q. girls:- ever met a guy who liked knitting/needlework ?
Asked by fluevog - Thu Dec 18 06:45:28 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My husband can sow and took a sewing class in high school. He likes it just for the fact that he is able to make is own clothes. lol. But he doesn't do it very often at all so I wouldn't really consider it liking it now but he used to like it. He doesn't know how to knit though.
Answered by jitterbug - Thu Dec 18 08:19:11 2008
Q. girls:- ever met a guy who liked knitting/needlework ?
Asked by fluevog - Thu Dec 18 06:45:28 2008 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments
A. My husband can sow and took a sewing class in high school. He likes it just for the fact that he is able to make is own clothes. lol. But he doesn't do it very often at all so I wouldn't really consider it liking it now but he used to like it. He doesn't know how to knit though.
Answered by jitterbug - Thu Dec 18 08:19:11 2008
Wholesale needlework?
Q. Anyone know where to go for wholesale needlework. I am looking for a supplier.
Asked by Donna H - Thu Apr 3 14:24:16 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I only have one, but it's a start: You can also contact the companies directly and they will tell you if they sell directly or through a distributor, that will help get some other vendors. (Bucilla, Permin, Janlynn, Lanarte, etc.) Good luck! :)
Answered by booboo - Thu Apr 3 15:41:47 2008
Q. Anyone know where to go for wholesale needlework. I am looking for a supplier.
Asked by Donna H - Thu Apr 3 14:24:16 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments
A. I only have one, but it's a start: You can also contact the companies directly and they will tell you if they sell directly or through a distributor, that will help get some other vendors. (Bucilla, Permin, Janlynn, Lanarte, etc.) Good luck! :)
Answered by booboo - Thu Apr 3 15:41:47 2008
What is the best way to get wrinkles out of cross-stitched material?
Q. I have finished a cross-stitch pattern but there are many wrinkles in it. I have heard that it isn't good to iron this material after you have done the needlework. Does anyone know the proper way to get the wrinkles out?
Asked by highjinx777 - Fri Dec 22 23:00:05 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. To get wrinkles out of a finished item, here's what you do. Put a thick towel on your ironing board (one layer only). Lay your item face down on the towel. Lightly mist with water. Press out the wrinkles using a temperature approbate for the material. NEVER press on the front and never press it on any surface except a towel !!! When you use this procedure, you won't crush down the stiching you have done.
Answered by Pat C - Sat Dec 23 01:19:27 2006
Q. I have finished a cross-stitch pattern but there are many wrinkles in it. I have heard that it isn't good to iron this material after you have done the needlework. Does anyone know the proper way to get the wrinkles out?
Asked by highjinx777 - Fri Dec 22 23:00:05 2006 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments
A. To get wrinkles out of a finished item, here's what you do. Put a thick towel on your ironing board (one layer only). Lay your item face down on the towel. Lightly mist with water. Press out the wrinkles using a temperature approbate for the material. NEVER press on the front and never press it on any surface except a towel !!! When you use this procedure, you won't crush down the stiching you have done.
Answered by Pat C - Sat Dec 23 01:19:27 2006
What sewing machine to buy for hemming pants?
Q. I just want to buy a simple basic sewing machine under $100 to hem my pants. I don't need it to do any fancy needlework. All I need is to hem my pant legs. Can anyone recommend me any brands? Thanks alot!
Asked by Snoopyfan - Thu Dec 18 19:16:58 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you're going to hem pants with a straight stitched-through hem (like jeans), any decent straight stitcher will do. I typically find old Singer 99s and 15s around for $0-20 that just need cleaning, oil and a new needle. If you want to do a more professional looking hem, such as is used on dress pants, you want a machine with a "blind hem stitch" (and ask for it to be demonstrated for you). Or you're going to learn to hem by hand... takes very little time and costs you a packet of hand sewing machine needles -- less than $1. With a budget of $100, you're either going to be going for a used machine or a new one that is not going to last long or be repairable. My standard beginner sewing machine advice: What I want for beginners in… [cont.]
Answered by kay - Thu Dec 18 19:43:25 2008
Q. I just want to buy a simple basic sewing machine under $100 to hem my pants. I don't need it to do any fancy needlework. All I need is to hem my pant legs. Can anyone recommend me any brands? Thanks alot!
Asked by Snoopyfan - Thu Dec 18 19:16:58 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments
A. If you're going to hem pants with a straight stitched-through hem (like jeans), any decent straight stitcher will do. I typically find old Singer 99s and 15s around for $0-20 that just need cleaning, oil and a new needle. If you want to do a more professional looking hem, such as is used on dress pants, you want a machine with a "blind hem stitch" (and ask for it to be demonstrated for you). Or you're going to learn to hem by hand... takes very little time and costs you a packet of hand sewing machine needles -- less than $1. With a budget of $100, you're either going to be going for a used machine or a new one that is not going to last long or be repairable. My standard beginner sewing machine advice: What I want for beginners in… [cont.]
Answered by kay - Thu Dec 18 19:43:25 2008
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