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editor's letter
Spring all things light and bright
I had a milestone birthday last year. I was

rendered quite speechless at the occasion,
which is pretty rare as Im rarely at a loss for
heart and soul, there will always be the 5 year old
running through a field of dandelions because
shes been cooped up all winter. There will always
words, just ask my husband. I was speechless be a twenty year old admiring beautiful men, and
not in the sense that I thought no one should there will always be a young woman whose heart is
know about it, or like it was a big secret, but overflowing with love for her family.
rather like I didnt know what to make of it.
Ive been feeling the changes in my body, and Likewise, when I look in my fathers weathered crystal
changes in how I view the world particularly in blue eyes, I see that young man still full of spirit.
the two years or so leading up to this milestone There too, in my mothers hazel eyes is that same
birthday. Yet theres still a part of me that itches young woman I recognize in myself. Perhaps it took
to run through a field filled with dandelions me this long to realize it, but its very clear to me that
come the month of May. At least, thats when no matter how mature my body will get, my soul
the dandelions are out in my parts of Canada. will remain eternally young, just like spring.
Enjoy the issue.
You could say it took me a year to sort it
out in my mind, heart and soul, after much Cheerfully,
pondering. I will never be a number, and
I will never be as old as I will look. In my
A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD spring 2015 3

44 56
8 Wendy Burton
quilting & appliqu
Spring Placemats
10 Lynn Swanson
quilting
78 Spring Garden Path Table Runner
20 Donna Housley
quilting
Prairie Points Jewelry Hanger
24 Cheryl Stranges
quilting
Happy Spring Banner
32 Nancy Devine
sewing
66 Is it a bowl? Is it a pouch? It can be both!
38 Cynthia MacDougall
20 58 knit together
Seams Important
44 Julia Cheng
knitting
2015
Fairisle Eggs
Floppy Sunflower Baby Hat
Spring
48 Denise Powell
knitting
Rozy Cozy Tea Cozy
52 Lisa Gentry
knitting
38 Chunky Knit Cabled Vest
56 Laura Gebhardt
crochet
Endless Circles Scarf
CONTENTS 58 Joanne Gatenby

cross stitch
You Had Me at Meow
60 Maria Gollek
cross stitch
Spring has Sprung!
64 Christine Allan
Swedish weaving
Spring Fusion Greeting Cards
70 32 66 Kim Beamish
hardanger
Lacy Hardanger
60 70 Monica Denise Smith

tatting
Charming Tatted Bookmark
and Beaded Fob
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3 Editors Letter 48
6 Mark Your Calendars!
6 Advertiser Index
7 Hooked on Books
The latest in needlework books
50 Knitting 8
Standard Abbreviations & Terms
90 Business Directory
92 Sneak Peek!
Itching to see whats in our Summer 2015 36
&
A Day at the Beach issue?
departments special
features
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36 Fabric-Adabra 82 In the Loop
Luigina Baratto CreativFestival
The Clever Rowmagnet Catwalk Competition 2014
Haus of Stitches
14 The Quilt Challenge Quilt Block Challenge & Knitting Camp
Jennifer Houlden & Elaine Theriault
Ontario Hooking Craft Guild
Whats Good for the Gal is Good for the Guy
Pan/Parapan Am Games Rugs
28 The Mug Rug Challenge
Jennifer Houlden
Dancing Tulips Mug Rug
74 Smocking with Judith Marquis 14
Part 1 of 4
Bed of Roses Cushion
78 A Brooch for Every Season
Craig Ewing
88 White Opal Spring Brooch
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Baby Crochet Crochet Cool Yo-Yo Crafts

By Sandy Powers By Tanya Bernard By Jayne Davis & Jodie Davis
Fans of crochet will love Sandy Powerss adorable Created especially for kids ages 1 to 6, the 20 patterns The well-loved craft of making yo-yos (cutting circles
and fun-to-make patterns. This collection for boys and accompanying full-color photographs include of fabric to gather and make rosettes) is popular
and girls includes a range of hats, from a beanie to a range of delightful projects for all seasons. From a for many reasons. Yo-yos are a perfect way to be
a newsboy, four cozy cocoons, bunting and baby sweet tankini for the beach to an autumn themed penny-wise as they use up fabric scraps, they do not
blankets, a hooded sweater, legwarmers and more poncho, the patterns are contemporary and use lively require any special tools, and they are portable and
The sizes ranges from newborn to 24 months. color palettes. The projects include garments for can be constructed in just a few minutes once the
Each pattern is clearly marked with a Materials list, both girls and boys plus accessories such as season- techniques is learned. Yo-yos are used in a variety of
Glossary of Abbreviations, Notes, a Difficulty Key, plus appropriate hats. craft project including quilts, pillow covers, and toys
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Wedding Crochet 500 Crochet UP, DOWN, ALL-AROUND STITCH DICTIONARY

By Sandy Powers By Hannah Elgie & Kath Webber More than 150 stitch patterns to knit top down, bottom up, back
Crochet fans will love these gorgeous wedding day Featuring designs from the traditional to the and forth, and in the round.
designs from Sandy Powers. Sandy has created 20 contemporary, 500 Crochet is an indispensable By Wendy Bernard
patterns that are wedding-day perfection. From reference for any crochet enthusiast. Comprehensive Stitch dictionaries have their use, no doubt. Now, with a
lovely, lacy sweaters to beautifully draped shawls to instructions and international crochet charts show renewed interest in sock knitting, short rows and other
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for everyone. Each project features dazzling pattern with the motifs to make wonderful projects for the Down, All-Around Stitch Dictionary is a must. Its a great collection
details and romantic embellishments that make these home, wearable with flair, and special fun and fanciful of patterns that showcase the stitches, written instructions,
pieces memorable, distinctive, and a must-have for decorations for the holidays. charts, and swatches for working over 150 popular stitch
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Spring
placemats
fun
quick
&easy
Wendy Burton
The Quilt Store
17817 Leslie Street, Unit 40
!
Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 8C6
www.thequiltstore.ca
905.853.7001
quilting
skill leveleasy Note: It isnt necessary to measure and pre- The appliqu
finished measurements cut piping, line up and trim as you get to 1. Trace the bunny on a sheet of fusible
16" x 13" [42 x 33cm] each turning point. web for each colour of fabric. Then
2. Attach flat piping in sections starting appliqu to placemat centre using the
materials with sides, then top and bottom, and satin stitch or blanket stitch.
4 colourful placemats finally the 4 angled corners. Use a 18" 2. Line up the ruler to the inside edge of
24" [60cm] each of 4 fabrics seam. the piping on the 2" mark and trim
39" [1m] Thermolam 3. Once the piping is added to all the sides, then top and bottom followed by
10" [25cm] fusible web placemats, sew on the outside border the corners. Press.
thread to match fabric fabric in the same manner this time,
scissors using " seam allowance. Start with
the sides, then top and bottom. Press
instructions
Cutting instructions
those four pieces into place on the
Thermolam, then attach the four
corners, overlapping the sides and the
1. From each of the fabrics cut 1 centre top and bottom fabrics.
10" x 14". 4. Trim away excess fabric from underneath
2. Lay centres on your cutting mat lining before ironing the corners in place.
it up with grid. Cut off corners by lining
up the ruler with 2" across and 2" down,
as in the photo. Centres are now ready.
3. Centre the finished top on the backing
fabric right sides together. Sew with
" seam all the way around, leaving a
3" opening for turning. Turn right side
out. Press, and top stitch the top with
coordinating or accent thread.
3. Fold in half wrong sides together the Accent bunny

accent material for flat piping, and press. appliqu with
4. Cut 2 2" strips for border of each straight stitch
colour
5. Cut 1 14" x 20" rectangle for backing
of each colour
6. Cut 2 1" strips for flat piping of each
colour
7. Cut 4 14" x 20" of Thermolam
Sewing the placemat
Note: Never let your iron touch Thermolam.
1. Lay one 10" x 14" placemat centres
in the middle of each of the 14" x 20" Trace 4
piece of Thermolam and iron in place. 1 of each colour on Steam
a Seam, or similar product
following manufacturers
instructions. Place
appliqu on placemat
and finish with satin
or blanket stitch.
Instruction photos by Wendy Burton.

Spring Garden Path
Table Runner
Images of spring bloom with this Spring Garden Path table runner. The latest
sewing and embroidery technology found on the Brother Innovis VM8500D makes
sewing perfect half square triangles and placing the border accurately very easy!
Then Scan/Stipple and Stitch your quilt design to complete your table runner
directly on the VM8500D without using digitizing software program or computer.
Using modern colours, textures and techniques youll have so much fun creating a
spring-like addition to your dcor.

skill leveleasy Sewing Instructions half square triangle. Trim both fabrics, press
finished measurements Grow your tulip top! open.
14" x 42" [35.5 x 106.6cm] Right and left side of tulip top (Parts A & C) 4. With right sides together, place a 1" x
1. With right sides together, place a 1" 1" square of background fabric on the
Note: Customize the size of your table runner
by adding more tulip and setting blocks. x 1" square of background fabric on top right corner of 1" x 3" tulip fabric
(5 tulip blocks 6.5" x 4"; 4 setting blocks 6.5" the top left corner of 1" x 3" tulip rectangle.
x 4.5") fabric rectangle. 5. Set the guideline laser marker to display
from upper right corner to lower left
materials Tulip
corner of the background block. Stitch
assorted fat quarters for flower in pinks,
blues and yellows; green for the leaves using the guideline laser marker as your
and stem stitching guide. Fold open so background
39" [1m] of turquoise fabric for the fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim
background and backing both fabrics, press open.
assorted scraps 6. With right sides together, place 1" x 1"
Note: there will be scraps from the flower, 1.5" x 3.5" 2.5" x 3.5" 1.5" x 3.5" square of background fabric on bottom
but other fabrics were incorporated in the Positioning of Background Blocks right corner of 1" x 3" tulip fabric
sample project. rectangle. Set the guideline laser marker
batting 44" x 16" [111.7 x 40.6cm] 2. Use the Brother Innovis XV8500D to to display from upper right corner of
thread (decorative thread can be used for activate the Guideline Marker Position background block to bottom left corner.
quilting)
Laser Light. Set the guideline laser Stitch using the guideline laser marker
Brother Innovis XV8500D This pattern
uses the advanced features of this marker to display from upper left as your stitching guide. Fold fabric open
sewing and embroidery machine corner to lower right corner of the so background fabric forms a half square
rotary cutter and mat background block. Stitch using the triangle. Trim both fabrics, press open.
ruler guideline laser marker as your stitching Centre of Tulip (Part B)
Pattern Notes guide. Fold open so background fabric 1. With right sides together, place 1" x 1"
All seams are ". forms a half square triangle. Trim both square of background fabric on top left
Instructions can be adapted to stitch on any fabrics ". Press open. corner of 2" x 3" tulip fabric rectangle.
sewing machine. 3. With right sides together, place 1" x 2. Use the Brother Innovis XV8500D to
Cutting Instructions activate the Guideline Marker Position
Cutting requirements are provided for Laser Light" set the guideline laser marker
1 tulip. Repeat these cuts for each to display from upper left corner to
tulip you wish to include in your table lower right corner of background block.
runner. There are 5 tulips utilizing 5 Stitch using the guideline laser marker
different fabrics in the example shown. as your stitching guide. Fold fabric open
Tulip Tops so background fabric forms a half square
For each tulip top cut the following: triangle. Trim both fabrics, press open.
background fabric 6 squares 1" x 1" 3. With right sides together, place 1" x 1"
tulip fabric 2 rectangles 1" x 3"; 1 square of background fabric on top right
rectangle 2" x 3" corner of 2" x 3" tulip fabric rectangle.
Tulip Leaves and Stem Set the guideline laser marker to display
For each set of tulip leaves and stem cut from upper right corner to lower left
the following: corner of background block. Stitch using
background fabric: the guideline laser marker as your stitch-
2 2" x 2" ; 2 1" x 1" ing guide. Fold fabric open so background
leaf and stem fabric:
2 2" x 4" ; 1 1" x 4" fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim
both fabrics, press open.
Setting Blocks and Strips
Use the same fabric used for the tulip
background fabric 1" square of background fabric on
setting blocks 4 4" x 6" bottom left corner of 1" x 3" tulip
setting strips 2 2" x 42"; 2 2 x 11"
Border
fabric rectangle. Set the guideline
laser marker to display from upper left quilting
From assorted scraps cut (approximately) corner of background block to bottom
96 2" x 2" squares right corner of background block.
Note: the number of squares required will Stitch using the guideline laser marker
depend upon the length of your runner. Lynn Swanson
as your stitching guide. Fold fabric
background fabric 2 4" x 12" strips for open so background fabric forms a
Brother Educator, Western Canada
end facings www.brother.ca/en-CA/Products/had
Instruction photos by Lynn Swanson.
4. Create tulip top by joining Parts A, B, 3. With right sides together, place 2" x Quilting
and C. 2" square of background fabric on Use the XV8500D Dual Feed foot, or a
top of 2" x 4" rectangle of leaf fabric. walking foot, to stitch in the ditch around
Set guideline marker to display from the outside of each tulip block.
upper right corner to lower left corner Stipple Quilting on Background Blocks
of background block. Stitch using the Use the Innovis XV8500D Design Centre
guideline marker as your stitching to easily add perfect stipple quilting and
guide. Fold fabric open so background define areas you wish to stipple stitch or
fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim quilt in. The background setting blocks in
both fabrics, press open. the sample were stipple quilted.
4. With right sides together, place 1" x
1" square of background fabric on top 1. To do this from Design Centre:
of 2" x 4" rectangle of leaf fabric. Line Select stamp key
up the left side edges and bottom. Select rounded rectangle shape
Assembled Tulip Top Select fill stitch
Set guideline marker to display from
upper right corner to lower left corner Select stipple stitch
of background block. Stitch using the Enlarge rectangle area to fit the size
Create Tulip Leaves and Stem (leaf of background block (approximately
blocks A & B) guideline marker as your stitching
guide. Fold fabric open so background 4" x 5")
1. With right sides together, place 2" x Hoop table runner to expose the
2" square of background fabric on fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim
both fabrics, press open. background block where you wish to
top of 2" x 4" rectangle of leaf fabric. stipple quilt
Set guideline marker to display from 5. With right sides together, stitch 1" x
4" stem to right side of 1 leaf block A Select scan hoop
upper left corner to lower right corner Ensure stipple design is positioned
of background block. Stitch using the and left side of second leaf block B to
create the base of the tulip. correctly
guideline marker as your stitching Press Embroidery to start stipple
guide. Fold fabric open so background 6. With right sides together, join tulip top
to tulip bottom. stitching in block
fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim 2. Continue as in step 1, stipple stitching all
both fabrics, press open. of the background blocks.
2. With right sides together, place 1" x
1" square of background fabric on top Edge Binding and Finishing
of 2" x 4" rectangle of leaf fabric. Line 1. Create the scrappy binding by stitching
up the left side edges and bottom. 2 2" x 2" blocks together.
Set guideline marker to display from 2. Attach joined blocks to create 2
upper left corner to lower right corner continuous pieces measuring the length
of background block. Stitch using the of the tulip runner.
guideline marker as your stitching 3. Attach scrappy binding to each of the
guide. Fold fabric open so background long sides of the tulip runner.
fabric forms a half square triangle. Trim 4. Fold scrappy binding in half so a
both fabrics, press open. continuous line of blocks is seen on
each side of the tulip runner.
5. Turn under " on the raw edge and pin
in place over the seam line.
6. Select a decorative stitch with a width of
Assemble table runner ". A tulip stitch was used for the sample.
1. With right sides together attach 7. On the top side of the tulip runner stitch
background blocks to tulip blocks along the seam line of the attached
alternating 1 tulip block, 1 background scrappy binding. Use the laser guide to
block and so on. ensure accurate stitching.
2. With right sides together attach 8. With right sides together and ensuring
background setting strips to all four raw edges are turned under, sew facing
sides of the tulip and background strips to each of the remaining ends of
block piece. tulip runner.
3. Create a quilt sandwich by layering
backing fabric, batting and top. Use Voil place your spring tulip
spray adhesive or safety pins to keep table runner on your table along
the pieces together. with a vase full of fresh tulips
to welcome spring.

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Whats good for the gal,
is good for the guy! quilt challenge!
Have you ever looked at a fabric and thought
that it could be suitable for both a male or female
recipient? When I first saw this exquisite patterned
fabric by Jim Holtz, it struck me immediately
that it could be used in so many ways.
I also thought it would a be pity to have to

cut the fabric in very small pieces, since
much of the captivating graphics would be
lost. This alone is quite a challenge.
I started to imagine how this fabric could be

showcased if making it for a gal or a guy.
The idea then came to me to present the challenge
to quilters Jennifer Houlden and Elaine Theriault
see what ideas they might have in using this fabric
to make quilts. Jennifer chose to make the quilt
for the guy, and Elaine was happy to make the
quilt for the gal. They were each given the same
pattern and amount of the patterned fabric.
As if playing with this fabric wasnt thrilling

enough, I gave them a bio of what the
recipients were like, this way they had a better
clue of what to make of the quilt top.
Other than that, it is up to these very creative

quilters to bring these quilts to life!
In this issue, therefore, are their thoughts and

musings on starting the challenge. It includes
their thoughts on using the materials donated
by our gracious sponsors, whose support is
invaluable in the making of these mystery quilts!
See the finished quilts in our next issues of QUILTsocial

and A Needle Pulling Thread magazines.
- Carla

The guy may be creative
the Guy
musically, but his strengths
lie in the world of logic and
reason. Hes in his first year of
mechatronics engineering, and
theres no time for drama. Hes
fascinated with the universe,
and his favorite documentaries
are those which talk about
physics and how the planets,
stars, moons and black holes
behave in the vast unknown.
Philosophy is a pastime for him.
The quilt will always remind him
of home.
the
Gal The gal is a highly creative gal indeed, her head always spinning with ideas. Shes
about to wrap up her college degree in architectural technology, but has been
building houses out of any material she was allowed to use since she was 4 years
old. Shes in love with nature and therefore has a passion for developing the idea
of building tree houses. She has an equal fascination for abandoned houses which
most of her family members cant seem to grasp. Her love for building homes is
equalled only by her love of every animal in the kingdom. She`ll wrap herself in the
warm quilt and dream up awesome treehouse designs.
materials & equipment provided by

Husqvarna Viking: Designer Ruby Royale
sewing machine
PFAFF: Creative 4.5 sewing machine
H.A. Kidd: batting, templates, and all
sewing notions
WonderFil Threads
Northcott: backing fabric
Coats & Clark: quilt top patterned fabric
My supplies of tools and fabric for the challenge

Photos by Jennifer Houlden
good for the guy... Jennifer Houlden
ements Fabric How many of you have been a part of quilting challenges?
The Eclectic El
Well, Im in the thick of one right now. Elaine, one of the other
QUILTsocial bloggers, and I were each asked to create a quilt
by the editor-in-chief of A Needle Pulling Thread magazine.
We will blog about our experience designing and creating this
quilt on QUILTsocial.com. The quilts are to be gender specific
one for a male and one for a female. Im designing the male
one. The name of the challenge is Whats Good For the Gal is
Good For the Guy. A rather witty name.
There are a few rules to this challenge. I was given a little blurb
on the personality of the male, for whom this quilt is being
designed and hes all logic, mathematics, physics, and science.
Hes in university and 18 years old.
When the challenge was presented to me, I thought the male
version would be easier. Now that Im in the thick of it, well, Im
not so sure. I have to say that it took me a while to get my head
around what I would design because, you see, we each have
the same fabric to use and a limited amount of it. So, nothing
too complicated, but nothing too basic either.
The Fabrics
The main fabric or feature fabric was donated for this quilting
challenge by Coats & Clark and is called Eclectic Elements by
Tim Holtz. There are mostly 10-inch squares, some fat eights
and a couple of fat quarters. The fabric is very cool with all
kinds of eclectic designs road maps, letters, signs of all sorts,
bottle caps, stripes and much much more. You see the supply
is a bit limited, so no room for error when creating this one and
no do overs. The colour of the fabric has a sepia look to it.
The two blue background fabrics For the background fabric, Im using a couple of denim blue-
coloured fabrics both with a bit of texture that work well
together and complement the feature fabric. All of this will be
perfect for a boy.
The backing fabric was donated by Northcott and is a
gorgeous denim blue-coloured flannel that looks like a Harris
Tweed. Its from the Man About Town fabric line.
Templates
I picked out a couple of interesting templates from the H. A.
Kidd website to use for creating some cool geometric shapes
as quilting motifs. When they arrived in the mail, I thought:
These are way cool and Ill be able to make shapes to be
appliqud onto the quilt! If the shapes from these templates
were used to piece blocks, they would require inset seams and,
oh boy, Im not a fan of those. So, Ill stick to appliqu, of which
Im a fan, especially the fusible web type.
H. A. Kidd was very kind to donate these three templates, as
well as the batting for the challenge.
The first template is the Jelly Pointer Template from SewEasy.
The second template is the Jelly Monster Template, also from
SewEasy.
Blue flannel for backing

The Jelly Pointer template
Hexagon Template Set
The Jelly Monster template
The Pfaff Creative 4.5
So many shapes can be made with the two templates from above. I had
no idea when I was looking at them on the website that they did all this.
And, finally, a 9 Piece Haxagon Set also from SewEasy.
Thread
Ill be using a variety of threads from WonderFil for piecing, stitching
around the appliqu, and quilting.
The Sewing Machine
For this challenge, PFAFF has provided me with the Creative 4.5 sewing
machine with all the bells and whistles, including an embroidery unit. Ill
ds be doing a lot of manual reading with this machine to get to know it.
threa
l First things first! I best figure out a design for this quilt because Whats
d erfi
on Good For the Gal is Good For the Guy. Quilting challenges are so much
ty of W
arie fun and they certainly are great for getting the creative juices flowing.
Av

good for the gal... Elaine Theriault
Carla issued a challenge to Jennifer (one of the QUILTsocial

bloggers) and myself called, Whats Good for the Gal is Good for the
Guy.
In short, the challenge consists of making a quilt using the exact
same fabric and notions that reflects each gender. Ill be using
the Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby Royale and its clever
machine embroidery features, while Jennifer will use the
PFAFF Creative 4.5.
Im never one to say no to a good challenge, so I said I was in!
Jennifer got first pick, and chose the Guy, which left me with the
Gal. She is 20 and all about vintage, rustic, abandoned houses,
studying architecture and is highly creative!
Then panic sets in as I realize that Ill have to be clever and crafty,
just like the Gal! We each received identical fabric bundles.
There were a couple of bundles of (10 inch squares) of Tim Holtz
Eclectic Elements fabric. We also received a bundle of fat eighths
and a couple of fat quarters all from the same line of fabric.
We got to choose our backing fabric from Northcott I
chose a flannel from the Man About Town Flannel collection.
The batting Soft and Toasty by Fairfield was supplied by
Ten inch squares from Tim Holtz Eclectic Collection H.A. Kidd.
Carla also supplied us with a denim pocket that came from the
jeans that belonged to a beloved aunt. As I work on the design, I
love seeing what Jennifer is doing which is so different from what
Im doing. Ill only give you a couple of pictures to check on my
progress. The rest will come in the next issue.
Were working with a limited amount of fabric. Not skimpy, but
no room for error. I wanted to keep the pieces fairly large.
I played around on my computer quilt design software and
decided to keep the design fairly simple, but Ill be adding
a couple of very subtle but very symbolic elements to the
quilt. I would like to thank Tish who helped solve my last
design dilemma.
Its challenging to work on a quilt design for a highly creative
person and they have no input to the design. Ive shown my
daughter who is the same age and she thought it was pretty
neat so Im keeping my fingers crossed that the recipient feels the
same way.
Just to tease you here are a couple of cuts that I made.
Because the design is fairly simple, I cant reveal too much!
Supplies for Whats Good for the Gal is Good for the Guy challenge
I chose a solid grey to add to the Tim Holtz fabric

Directional fabric cut one way Directional fabric cut another way
Some fabric was not directional More cuts
Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby Royale with embroidery unit attached

Its been an interesting process. I shall
keep you updated from time to time
with a picture or two. Perhaps you
could even figure out what I chose to
do from the clues as I post them on
QUILTsocial.com!
Stay tuned itll be loads of fun
machine embroidering with the Ruby
Royale and I cant wait to see what
Jennifer came up with for her quilt. z
Photos by Elaine Theriault

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Prairie Points
jewelry
hanger
Prairie Points are not just for quilts.

In this project, they have been used to
decorate the strap that keeps things in
their place in this cute jewelry hanger.
skill levelintermediate making continuous prairie points
finished measurements 1. Draw a line lengthwise down the
11" x 22" [29 x 56cm] including the centre of a 4" x 10" strip.
elastic loop 2. On one side of the centre line,
1
draw a line every 2" from the
materials centre line to the outside edge.
24" [60cm] cotton for front, back and lining 3. On the other side of the centre
fat quarter for strap line, draw one line 1" in from the
fat quarter for Prairie Points centre line to the edge, then
2" [5cm] of " [6mm] elastic draw lines every 2" offsetting the
1 pkg Unique double fold bias binding lines by 1" from the lines on the
Sulky Softn Sheer Extra
2
opposite side. See Diagram.
14" x 28" [35.5 x 71cm] HeatnBond Vinyl 4. Cut on each of these 2" lines up
22" [55cm] invisible zipper to the centre line. Cut away the 1"
Heirloom 516" [8mm] Rinse Away basting piece from each end. See Photo 1.
tape 5. Use the Fabric Folding pen and
all purpose thread mark a 45 line on each 2" piece.
40 wt Sulky rayon thread Fold wrong sides together and
Microtex needle size 70 or 80 depending glue down with a fabric glue stick
on the thread you are using if necessary.
child size plastic hanger (no wider than 12")
suggested notions
6. Use the Fabric Folding pen and
mark a 45 line across the fold. Fold
3
Clover Fabric Folding Pen and glue if necessary. The strip will
Clover Wonder Clips have points on either side.
7. Fold the strip in half lengthwise. 1"
quilters ruler
18mm cutter You now have a 8" to 9" strip of
Heirloom Air-erasable marker Prairie Points.
Heirloom Teflon pressing sheet 8. Repeat with the second 4" x 10" strip.
Heirloom Sew Smooth finishing the straps
fabric glue stick 1. Fuse the 2" x 9" pieces of Sulky
cutting instructions Softn Sheer Extra to the back of
From fabric cut: the 2" x 10" strap pieces.
2 4" x 10" for prairie points 2. The straps can be finished in a
2 2" x 10" for strap point or left flat. If pointed edge is
1 13" x 20" for front desired, use a quilters ruler with a
1 13" x 13" for lower back 45 mark to cut one end of each
1 13" x 6" for back top strip. See Photo 2.
1 13" x 16" for lower back lining 3. Measure 1" back from the point
and mark with a pin. Align the
From Sulky Softn Sheer Extra cut:
straight edge of one of the Prairie
2 2" x 9"
Point strips along the straight
1 12" x 19"
edge of the strap fabric. Holding
1 12" x 6"
the points in place with Clover
1 12" x 1"
Wonder clips makes this very easy.
1 12" x 12"
Baste in place. See Photo 3.
From HeatnBond Vinyl cut: 4. Repeat for the other side of the
2 14" x 14" for pockets strap. Loop a 2" piece of " wide 2"
elastic and pin to the tapered end
instructions of the strip with the loop facing
the centre.
1"
the strap 5. Lay the 2nd strap piece, right sides

sewing machine set up: together, to the strap with the
regular sewing foot prairie points (the prairie points
cotton or all-purpose sewing thread top
and bobbin
and the elastic are sandwiched Donna Housley
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sewing
inside). Pin in place or better yet
Microtex size 80 needle use the Clover Wonder clips again!!

7. Along the edge of the 1" piece of machine set up
Softn Sheer fold the lining to the back regular sewing foot
(wrong sides together). Press the fold. cotton or all-purpose sewing thread top
inserting the decorative invisible zipper and bobbin
1. Place double sided basting tape on Microtex size 80 needle
the right side of the Top Back and the 5. Stitch across the bottom of the
Lower Back along the folded edges. pocket. Lay the second pocket so that
Remove the paper and finger press the top of the pocket is overlapping
the zipper in place right side up along the stitching line of the last pocket.
the upper back. Stitch the bottom and repeat for the
machine set up 3rd pocket. To create smaller pockets
decorative stitch foot stitch 1 or 2 lines from the top of the
rayon thread top and bobbin binding to the bottom edge of the
Microtex size 70 or 80 needle pockets.
2. Open the zipper and stitch it down assembling the jewelry hanger
6. Use a " seam allowance to sew with a decorative stitch. Close the 1. Place Front and Back right sides
around 3 sides of the strip leaving zipper. Line up the Top Back and together. At this point you may need
a 3" to 4" opening along one of the Lower Back strip, remove paper and to trim so that the back and the front
long sides for turning. Do not sew the finger press the zipper in place. Open are the same size.
square end closed. the zipper and stitch the second side. 2. Lay the hanger along the top edge of
7. Trim seam and clip corners (run the If youre using a dense stitch float a the back. Trace the top edge of the
Fabric Folding Pen along the stitching piece of tear away stabilizer under the hanger on the wrong side of the Back
line) then turn right side out. zipper to avoid puckering. with an air-erasable marker.
8. Press and neaten the square end if 3. To avoid an everlasting hole, use
Note: If the needle gets gummed up with the Clover Wonder clips instead of pins,
necessary. Set the strap aside.
adhesive from the basting tape put a drop to place the back and front right sides
hanger back of Sew Smooth on a cotton swab and wipe together. Slightly open the zipper.
1. Fuse the 12" x 6" piece of Sulky the adhesive off the needle. Not only does it 4. Starting " from the centre top (where
Softn Sheer Extra to the back of the clean the needle but it will lubricate it as well. the hanger goes through) stitch on
13" x 6" Back Top. On the lower edge the line drawn along top, then sew
hanger front
of the back top, fold " of fabric to the down the side, across the bottom
create Heat n Bond Vinyl yardage
wrong side. Press in place and set aside. and up the other side with a " seam
1. Remove the paper from the back of
2. Fuse the 12" x 1" piece of Sulky allowance. Then sew on the line again
one of the pieces of vinyl and lay it
Softn Sheer Extra to the back of the at the top stopping " from the centre,
with the sticky side up on the ironing
13" x 16" Lower Back Lining along the leaving a 1" opening.
board. Scatter threads and small bits of
top edge. Set aside.
fabric on the vinyl. Remove the paper Note: If your hanger is a bit smaller than
3. Fuse the 12" x 12" piece of Sulky
from the other piece of vinyl and lay it the 13" width of the fabric you may want to
Softn Sheer Extra to the back of the
on top (sticky side down) of the other use a bigger seam allowance on the sides to
13" x 13" Lower Back fabric.
piece. Use the paper peeled off from make sure your hanger is square".
4. Be as creative as you like with the
the vinyl, or a Teflon pressing sheet, to
Lower Back. Embroider, free motion, 5. Trim the seams, cut off excess zipper,
seal the vinyl closed. Never allow the
use fabric paint or markers, appliqu clip the corners and turn right side out.
Vinyl to contact the base of the iron.
or just leave plain. Insert the hanger. Fold up the pockets
2. From this piece of decorated vinyl, cut
Note: Remember that the strap will be 3 strips 13" x 4". Bind one 13" edge of and bring the strap around the
hanging down the centre of the back so each strip with double fold bias tape bottom of the hanger and measure
keep that in mind when designing your using a decorative stitch. Set aside. for the placement of a button. Sew
embellishments. 3. Fuse a 12" x 19" piece of Sulky button in place.
5. Mark the top centre of the Lower Back. Softn Sheer Extra to the back of the Note: If its necessary to press the finished
Using this mark as a guide, lay the front fabric. Measure up 11" from the hanger do not press the vinyl, use the
strap on the back fabric with the raw lower edge and draw a line with an air- Teflon pressing sheet.
edges together. Baste in place. erasable marker across the width. Place
6. With right sides together sew the Lower the top of the first pocket on this line.
Back Lining (along the edge with the 4. Add a decorative feature to the top
Softn Sheer) to the top of the Lower of the Front. When designing the
Back piece. Press seam toward the lining. embellishment remember you will be
adding a button.
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PFAFF provided the following sewing machine and products
Happy
to make the sample:
PFAFF Creative 4.5Sewing/Embroidery Machine

All embroidery designs
6D Embroidery Software
Spring
INSPIRA Stabilizers
INSPIRA Machine Needles
INSPIRA Scissors
Robison Anton Embroidery Threads
Hoops
Banner
skill levelintermediate needles 3. Set up the circular attachment tool on
finished measurements INSPIRA Microtex needle size 80 or 90 the sewing machine and placement into
27" x 29" [70.5 x 75.5cm] INSPIRA embroidery needles the centre of the 12" x 12" sun fabric. Set
INSPIRA quilting needles the circular attachment tool to desired
materials circle size. See instructions with tool.
fabric threads
assorted colours of Robison Anton 40wt 4. Stitch a straight stitch in circular motion.
15" x 15" [38 x 38cm] sun background fabric Use appliqu scissors to trim away the
12" x 12" [30.5 x 30.5cm] sun fabric and Rayon thread for topstitching
assorted colours of Sulky 30wt Blendable excess fabric from the 12" x 12" sun fabric
additional fabric needed for sunrays when circular stitching is complete.
9" x 15" [24 x 38cm] printed cotton for threads for topstitching and piecing
nest background other
9" x 12" [23 x 30.5cm] printed cotton for marking tools
Happy Spring block cutting tools including rotary cutter, cut-
12" x 16" [30.5 x 40.5cm] solid cotton for ting mat, and Inspira appliqu scissors
chick embroidery block assorted embroidery hoops for felting
2" wide assorted jelly roll strips to frame Happy Spring, nest, chick and egg
each block embroideries
subcut jelly roll strips for inner blocks: SewSlip sheet for free motion
1 2" x 12" appliqu pressing sheet
1 2" x 15" INSPIRA fusible web for sun appliqu
Circular Attachment tool
1 2" x 24" INSPIRA Aqua Magic for embroidery felting
4 additional 2" x 30" strips to frame project INSPIRA Aqua Magic Plus for embroidered eggs
fusible web strips for jelly roll strip placement INSPIRA Water Works for embroidery felting
32" x 32" [81 x 81cm] cotton quilt batting INSPIRA Fast & Easy Tear-A-Way for nest
or INSPIRA Sew Soft Fusible Batting embroidery and sun
32" x 32" [81 x 81cm] cotton backing piece Circular Attachment tool for sun
2 12" x 12" [30.5 x 30.5cm] pieces of felt assortment of wool roving to add to felting
for felting flowers bits and pieces of yarn remnants for nest
sewing feet used
embroidery foot instructions
" piecing foot Duck billed appliqu scissors
Sun and Rays
free motion foot Note: Finished sun size is approximately 10"
general sewing foot x 10", work with a larger piece and cut to sun
topstitching or stitch in the ditch foot Cheryl Stranges
size as desired. Product & Event Specialist
with guide
1. Place INSPIRA Fast & Easy Tear-A-Way husqvarnaviking.com
software behind the 15" x 15" sun background seecherylsew.blogspot.com
Husqvarna Viking Decorate for Easter fabric.
Embroidery Kit #920395096
Pfaff Cushion Creator #482 for nest
2. Determine the suns location on the sun
background piece and place the 12" x 12"
quilting &
Pfaff Felted Elements Mini Collection #483 sun fabric piece (will be cut to 10" x 10" machine embroidery
Pfaff Felting Embroidery Kit later) on the top of the background fabric.
Instruction photos by Cheryl Stranges.
5. Choose a wider appliqu stitch or satin
stitch to stitch over the previous circular
stitch using another thread colour. Tear
away any excess stabilizer.
6. Create sunrays simply by drawing them
out on the back paper of a fusible web,
see fusible web instructions. Press all
sunrays using the appliqu pressing
sheet. Use a straight stitch to do raw edge
Sunshine cut around edges
appliqu around each sunray. Wool Roving on Felt
TIP Its always important to use stabilizer
behind all of the decorative stitches.
Felting Flowers and Spring Chicks
Embroidery Felting Preparation
1. Load embroidery on the embroidery
machine screen.
2. Prepare the embroidery hoop with 1 layer
of Inspira Aqua Magic
3. Place the felt pieces on top of the Aqua
Magic, and an assortment of wool roving
Sun Rays cut Machine Felting on right side
on top of the felt. Last place a layer of
Inspira Water Works on top of this.
TIP Its best to do a machine baste around
embroidery area before beginning the
embroidery.
4. Install the felting kit & felting needle to the
embroidery machine. See kit instructions.
When using the felt kit theres no thread
used until it stipulates embroidery stitches
using thread. The actual felting that is
Planning
occurring in this procedure is evolving on Nest with egg placement
the underside of the hoop. Not the right
side like we are used to with machine
embroidery. Once the felting is complete,
any embroidery stitching will be done
using normal embroidery set up.
5. When the piece is complete, remove the
hoop from the embroidery machine and
take the felted piece out.
6. Cut around the perimeter of each
embroidered flower, leaving excess felt.
7. Soak and rinse away excess stabilizer. Trim Embroidered nest
close to the embroidery using Inspira
scissors. These are ready for placement on
the fabric.
Embroidered Chicks
Note: These can be embroidered before or after
the quilt is assembled.
1. Place the stabilizer in the hoop, then
place the fabric on top and machine
baste the fabric into position.
2. Load the chick design onto the
Happy Spring lettering
embroidery screen, duplicate and mirror
image. Embroider each just as an outline
design omitting the fill in stitches.

3. Remove the fabric and stabilizer from 4. The strips are added and then
hoop, and then tear away the excess raw edge appliqud. Use a fusible
Happy Spring ...eggs

stabilizer. adhesive to fuse into place first and
4. Clean up all of the edges of block. then stitch. The fusible adhesive will
5. Add the felted flowers by machine prevent them from fraying.
stitching or using fabric glue. 5. When all of the 2" inner borders are
Embroidered Eggs completed, place the outer borders.
Note: These wonderful eggs can be stitched A thin strip of fusible adhesive is used
together to give a 3 dimensional look or left just along the inner edge of the long
flat as one design. strips to prevent them from slipping
1. Place two layers of Inspira Aqua Magic when free motion stitching.
plus in the hoop. 6. Set the machine to a free motion set-
2. Load the embroidery design. For a ting, and use a SewSlip sheet to free
single flat egg, use a 60wt bobbin motion with co-coordinating thread
thread and a 40wt rayon thread. If a 3 each section sitting on the batting
dimensional look is preferred, use the piece. A free motion foot works very
40wt rayon in the thread and in the well for this. Topstitch any areas that
bobbin as this enables see-through require stabilization.
egg. Its very lacy looking and great for Finished Edges
placing the eggs in a nest. 1. Place the quilted top and batting on the
3. Load the embroidery onto the screen of backing, and cut the backing to allow
the embroidery machine and stitch out at least 1" to 2" of backing around all
all of the eggs. They can be done in a outer edges of the top and batting.
variance of colours. Have fun with it! 2. Fold the edge up to the cut edge of
4. Once the embroidery is complete, see the banner, press.
stabilizer instructions for washing the 3. Fold one more time to the banner
stabilizer away. Let them dry. Stabilizer surface and press. Pin into position.
has a tendency to stiffen thread, so if 4. Stitch into position using an edge
a stiffer look is preferred, dont soak or stitching foot. The needle position
rinse as much. may have to be adjusted according to
The Nest the edge. Stitch all around banner.
1. The nest fabric is hooped with Inspira
Fast & Easy Tear-A-Way and embroidered
with 40wt Rayon thread. This design
is meant to have the cutwork needles
used in the design; however, it was just
stitched out as a straight embroidery
design with no cutwork for the sample.
2. When completed, tear away any excess
stabilizer. Use remnants of yarn to create
a small nest on top of the embroidered
nest. Add the embroidered eggs, and Audition and piece
stitch or glue using fabric glue.
Construction
1. When all of the blocks are completed
use the quilt piecing foot to join the sun
block to the nest block, then the Happy
Spring block to the felted flower block.
Join the two large components to each
other. Press all seams.
2. Audition the jelly roll strips for
placement and cut them to size.
3. Use the picture as a guide for
placement, stitch the embroidered eggs
on centre strip and on the nest, and
then stitch the nest on the other strip.
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Dancing Tulipsg
M u g Ru
UILTING!
HAPPY Q
The Dancing Tulips Mug Rug is the third in a series of four seasonal
mug rugs. Jennifer's 2015 mug rug challenge started January 5th with
the first of 52 which can be seen on her blog www.quiltsbyjen.ca.
A selected few are included in this feature purely for eye-candy and
inspirational purposes.
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picking fabrics skill levelintermediate
finished measurements
Note: There's no need to trim the selvedge
edges off on these strips.
Flowers are a breath of 9" x 12" [23 x 30cm] Background Fabric A
fresh air in the spring, Cut ONE 6" x 12"
materials
and tulips, being one of 12" [30cm] fabric A (light purple batik) Binding Fabric G
the first to bloom, can for rail fence block and background Cut ONE 2" x WOF (strip)
be seen everywhere. 4" [10cm] fabric B (medium purple batik) making the rail fence blocks
The yearning for this for rail fence block The rail fence block is made up of the 3
flower inspired the 6" [15cm] fabric C (dark purple batik) for purple fabrics. The strips will not all be
rail fence block and binding
Dancing Tulip mug rug. the same length as fabrics are not always
12" x 14" [30 x 35cm] fabric D (dark purple) manufactured at the same length. This
This mug rug was done for backing is okay as the strip set will be squared off
in spring colours purple 12" [30cm] square fabric E (yellow batik) once its made.
and yellow, which for flower
6" [15cm] square fabric F (green batik) TIPS
also happen to be for leaves & stem When sewing strips together, alternate
complementary colours. 12" x 14" [30 x 35cm] low loft batting such the direction in which you are sewing to
Three purple fabrics as 100% cotton 10" [25cm] fusible web help reduce any distortion of the strip
were used from light such as HeatnBond Lite set. For example, sew strips A & B in one
Neutral coloured cotton thread for direction and then when you add C to A
to dark. The lightest
piecing such as grey or beige & B, sew in the opposite direction.
one is also used for the
Orange/Yellow coloured thread for stitch- When pressing long strips such as these,
background and the ing flower variegated or solid colour set the seam then start in the middle and
darkest for the binding. Thread for quilting rail fence area press to one end. Return to the middle
Add in some yellow and instructions and press to the other end this will help
green for the flowers Notes: to reduce any warping of the strips.
to create a bright and read all instructions thoroughly before
1. Sew fabric strips A & B together. Make
starting to cut and sew
cheerful mug rug to two (2).
all seams are " unless otherwise specified
brighten any desk or all pieces are sewn together with right
2. Sew fabric strip C to fabric B on the
studio this spring. unit from step 1. Make two (2). Each
sides together unless otherwise specified
pin strips as needed unit will measure 2" x 20".
chain sewing will speed up the
construction process
TIP press all seams towards the darker fabric
To help determine the abbreviations
value of the fabrics WS wrong sides
take a picture of them WST wrong sides together
and turn it to black and WOF width of fabric
white this will result Rect rectangle
Sq square
in a grey scale image RS right sides
which shows how light RST right sides together
or dark the fabrics are,
making it easier to put cutting instructions
All measurements include a " seam Three fabric strip sets sewn together
them in order from
light to dark. allowance and are based on a 40"
WOF. Press all fabrics prior to cutting.
Fabric A
Cut ONE 1" x WOF strips sub cut in half for
2 1" x 20" pieces
Fabric B Jennifer Houlden
2 1" x 20" pieces
Fabric C
Quilts by Jen
www.quiltsbyjen.ca quilting
2 1" x 20" pieces

3. Square off one end of each unit from TIP
step 2 and then sub cut into sixteen (16) Use a hard leaded pencil for tracing, as
2" squares. the lead will not smudge onto your hand
4. Sew the squares together to create a or fabric.
design such as in the finished mug rug
or play with the squares and make a
different configuration. Sew together in
groups of 4. Press seams so they will nest
together. Make four (4) total. The units Template under Teflon sheet
will measure 3" square.
2. Lay out the pieces using the template
as a guide. Piece number 1 is a leaf.
3. Continue all the way around until all
Pieces drawn on fusible of the pieces are in place. Make three
flowers total.
3. Once pieces are drawn, cut pieces out 4. Fuse the petals together on the
leaving some white space around each parchment paper or Teflon sheet.
one. They can be grouped on the fusible Make sure to also cover the pieces with
if going on the same colour of fabric. parchment paper when fusing them.
Do not cut on the line at this time. The Once the piece has cooled peel the
pieces will be cut out on the line once whole flower as one unit off of the
Group of 4 squares to form a block they have been fused to the fabric. Teflon sheet. Nothing sticks to Teflon
5. Sew the squares from step 4 together. 4. Place pieces on the wrong side of the so this works like a charm to build the
The unit will measure 3" x 12". fabric yellow for the petals (pieces 4, flower on and the piece can then be
5 & 6) and green for the leaves & stems put on the background as a whole unit.
(pieces 1, 2 & 3).
5. Fuse the petals to the fabric as per
manufacturers directions for the
fusible web being used.
TIP
Rail fence section completed Make sure to cover the pieces with a Teflon
appliqu tulips appliqu sheet or parchment paper so as
For this section fusible web is needed. There not to get any glue on the iron.
are many different manufacturers of fusible
web. Use fusible web that has paper on at
least one side to trace the template pieces.
Two tulips built on Teflon sheet
Making the Flower Pieces
1. All templates are reversed. Outline the 5. Arrange flowers on the background
tulip with a dark permanent marker to piece with stems touching the bottom
enhance the shapes; this will make tracing of the piece. Fuse in place using Teflon
easier through the fusible web paper. sheet or parchment paper.
TIP
Placing the template sheet on a light box or
Shapes fused to wrong side of fabric
against a window will help to see the lines
making it easier to trace the pieces. 6. Cut each piece out with sharp scissors
the cutting can be a bit tough going
2. Trace three of each shape onto the fusible
through all of the seams.
web 6 shapes in total for a total of 18
pieces. The dashed lines mean that that Building the Flower
piece slips under the piece beside it so 1. Place the parchment paper or Teflon Flowers fused to background fabric
make sure to add that section into each sheet on a flat surface. Place the
corresponding shape. Leave approximately template under the paper or Teflon 6. Sew the background piece to the rail
a " space around all the pieces to make sheet with the wrong side of the fence unit. The stems and leaves will
it easier to cut each piece out. Make sure template facing up. This will allow be sewn into the seam allowance. The
to number each piece with its appropriate placement of pieces easily to build the unit will now measure 9" x 12".
number for ease of placement. flowers.
Instruction photos by Jennifer Houlden.
5
Tulip Template
Trace 3 of each shape
to make 3 flowers.
6 4 The template is
reversed.
Background sewn to rail fence piece
quilting & stitching

1. Baste the three layers together either
curved safety pins or basting spray.
Pick threads for stitching and quilting.
TIP
Place basting pins approximately a fist
width apart for optimal coverage and 3
securing of layers. Always pin from the
centre of the quilt out to the edges.
1
2
Layers pinned together and thread selection made
2. Stitch around the raw edge of each

applique shape with either a blanket
stitch or satin stitch. Satin stitch was
done for the sample with a stitch
width of 2.0 and a stitch length of 0.4.
Or use a preferred stitch. This stitching
also serves as the quilting.
3. Quilt rail fence section with straight
line quilting or free motion quilting.
Quilts by Jen Other mug rugs by Jennifer including the Maple

www.quiltsbyjen.ca has Leaf and Snowflake mug rugs below from our
many great free tutorials fall 2014 and winter 2014/2015 issues.
that will help with
the picking of fabrics,
Stitching and quilting complete value of fabrics, press-
ing, building Bargello
binding
runs, pinning, binding,
Trim and square off quilt. Cut binding as
sandwiching, couch-
per instructions and use preferred
ing, quilting, and much
method to bind the quilt.
more. Check them out!
( Is it a bowl?
Is it a
pouch?
It can be both ! )
Nancy Devine
Heaven is Hand Made
nancydevine@rogers.com
nancywhiskeynancyo.blogspot.com
sewing
Ask anyone who sews or knits, there are always small, but
vital tools of the trade that go missing under the couch,
beneath the cushions, or they simply roll away, never to be
seen again. This project aims to tidy and corral those little
essentials in two ways, at home or on the go, it all depends
on the finishing. Is it a bowl? Is it a pouch? It can be both!
Let's get started on the road to organization.
skill levelintermediate 4. Clip curves all around the circle.
3" high x 7" diameter
materials
fat quarter [45.5 x 56cm] main fabric
fat quarter [45.5 x 56cm] lining
low loft cotton batting
#10 quilting needle
cotton quilting thread
upholstery thread
Clover Wonder Clips
optional
9. Using upholstery thread, gather the edge
zipper 5. Turn right side out. Wiggle the seam
of the quilted circle.
between your fingers in order to make
instructions a crisp, clean curved seam all the way
10. Cut a 2" x 16" strip of the main fabric or of
the lining if you prefer.
1. Make a quilt sandwich in this order: around the circle. Press well.
11. Press under " on the long edge.
main fabric and lining fabric right sides 6. Base the curved opening on both
12. Glue baste " strip of batting along the
together, and batting at the bottom. sides to follow the curve smoothly.
unpressed edge.
2. Cut a 12" circle from both kinds of Press. Slip stitch close and remove the
13. Sew the strip together at the short ends.
fabric and a matching circle of batting. basting threads.
14. Pin the resulting ring, right sides together,
I actually traced one of my dinner to the gathered edge of the circle.
plates for this, but you could also trace Machine sew the ring to the gathered
an embroidery or quilting hoop. edge. This is easier if your machine
A great tool to use is the TrueCut 360 converts to a free arm.
Precision Circle Cutter, which allows
you to cut the 3 circles with ease!
15. Press the ring up from the gathered sides.

16. Turn the pressed side to the inside of
3. Use a " seam to machine sew around the gathered circle. Use quilting clips like
the circle, leaving an opening to turn Clover Wonder Clips to secure the ring to
right side out. the gathered circle and slip stitch the ring
to the inside of the circle.
7. Use a marking pencil, draw quilting
lines " apart horizontally and then
vertically.
8. Quilt along the lines, using a small
running stitch. Don't pull too tightly,
aim for an even tension. When the
quilting is complete, brush away the
quilting lines. Press.
Instruction photos by Nancy Devine.

If this bowl is going on the road, its
time to install the zipper
1. Fold the bowl in half at the top. Press
firmly with lots of team. You should
now have two halves clearly defined.
2. Line up one side of the zipper with
one side of the pouch. Do the same
with the other side.
3. If your zipper is a bit long, don't fret.
Install the top of the closed zipper
as close to the top edge as possible.
The extra zipper can be tucked into
the bottom. Cut off the excess. To
reinforce the cut edge, use a bit of
fabric and fusible web to encase the
cut edge and prevent fraying.
If you want a bowl to keep your

at home workspace tidy, you are
finished. These bowls are very pretty
for many uses. 4. Baste the closed zipper to the top of
the pouch. Open the zipper. Use a
I think they would make a nice gift, tiny backstitch to install the zipper.
Use upholstery thread for the sample
filled with potpourri, mini bath because its durable and will stand up
products or even cookies...but not all to traveling, opening, and closing.
5. Once the zipper is installed, remove
of that, all at once. the basting stitches and attach a fun
and/or pretty zipper pull.
Ta da! Now youre ready to hit the road
TIPS with spools of thread, paper piecing
This is a great project to use up those FQs templates or circular knitting needles
that appealed at the quilt show, but goes with or stitch markers.
nothing else in your stash.
Condition the threads using a product
like Sew Smooth, Thread Heaven or beeswax
to condition the threads. This will make the
hand quilting go much more smoothly. It will
also enable the upholstery thread to gather
the circle with less resistance. Conditioning the
thread will also greatly reduce hand fatigue.
Use cotton quilt batting. The low loft will
make the process of gathering the circle by
hand much easier.

fabric-adabra
the ROWMAGNET
Lets see, WAS I ON ROW 15 OR 16 OF THE 200 ROW CHART?
D o you knit with a chart? I do. I love charts.

I have hundreds in my computer. I have
even bought books in languages I cannot
understand, simply because they had nice charts.
I read up on anything I could lay my hands on
that explained how to read charts. So every
knitting project I undertake now, has a chart. Im
the captain, I read the chart! But what I find
frustrating is that to follow them, I have had to use
stickies, bobbie pins, hair clips, magnetic souvenir
bookmarks, you name it. And still Im frustrated.
Not all charts are created equal - some are done
in bold colour, some in black and white, I have
even seen some in grey and white (thats brilliant
isnt it?). Some are stuck in the centre of a book or
magazine and when you photocopy them the sides
are rounded. I did find an interesting contraption on
the internet, which is a metal board with a traveling
magnetic arm that goes up and down. If your charts
are single sheets of 8" x 11" it works well. But
what if its not? I use a magnetic bookmark about 4"
long, that works well for charts in books - but the
charts have to be close to the marginsbecause 4"
isnt very long and if your chart is complicated, you
can easily jump from one line to another if the one
youre working on is not underlined. Life is never
simple. I admit that at times I have considered
ripping the pages out of books to get to the chart!
The solution, however, is very simple - just make a
longer bookmark! z

use
recycle
reuse
you will need
a flexible, plastic measuring tape
an adhesive magnetic sheet (they come
in a variety of sizes at craft stores - how-to
mine was 8" x 5") 1. Peel a little of the protective wax paper
good scissors from the adhesive magnetic sheet.
2. Place the measuring tape flush with
the border of the magnetic sheet; press
the measuring tape along the adhesive
surface.
3. Cut the magnetic sheet along and very
close to the measuring tape.
4. Place the magnetic strip with glued
measuring tape on the other side of the
magnetic sheet.
5. Peel a little of the protective wax paper
from the adhesive magnetic sheet.
6. Continue placing the measuring tape
flush with the border of the magnetic
sheet; press well and cut the magnetic
sheet along and very close to the
measuring tape.
7. Cut the measuring tape.
Its simple and fast. I made two, one in metric and one in imperial
measures. The neat thing about this is that if you open up your
bookmark you have a pretty long measuring tape ready at hand.
Luigina Baratto
Assistant Editor
ANPTmag
www.etsy.com/shop/nekinek
nekinek@rogers.com
Instruction photos by Luigina Baratto

One of the very best ways to
make your knitting projects
shine is to develop good finishing
techniques. Seaming is a key
Photo by Mike Guilbault.
component of garment finishing

and is a great place to begin.
Cynthia MacDougall
Canadian Guild of Knitters
PO Box 20262
Seams Important
Barrie, Ontario L4M 6E9
705.722.6495
1.866.245.5648 (CGK-KNIT)
www.CGKnitters.ca
blog: cgknitters.blogspot.com
ravelry name: macknitnow
There are many kinds of seams a knitter can use to put

together pieces of a garment. While some knitters and
designers strive to avoid seaming, there are times when
seams are needed to add strength. Shoulder seams are
important, because they form the "frame" on which the
garment hangs on the body. Back seams are important in a
skirt: they provide rigidity which helps the garment keep its
Knit Together
shape despite repeated sitting and standing.

Seams can be formed with a sewing needle, crochet hook, or
knitting needles. The three-needle cast off is an example of a
seam that uses knitting needles.
For garments made with thinner yarns, seams can usually
be constructed from any desired method. In garments made
with heavier yarns, seams can become bulky and the choice
of seam can become important. In some cases, it may be
necessary to choose a thinner yarn that matches the colour
of the garment to keep the seams as neat as possible.
The yarn ends from cast ons, cast offs, and yarn joins can be
used for seaming; in fact, its a good idea it can reduce bulk,
particularly in garments made of heavier yarn and it ensures
that these yarn ends are well secured in the garment.
Instruction photos courtesy of Cynthia MacDougall.

Kitchener Stitch is technically
Sewn Seams Mattress Stitch not a seam stitch. Its a grafting
stitch, used to join two pieces
Most often, seams for knitted garments My favourite seam for knitting is the of knitting invisibly. Because of
are created using sewing techniques. mattress stitch. I learned it about 15 this, it doesnt add structure to a
Usually, they are sewn with the garment years ago and it improved the quality of garment the way a seam does.
pieces held right sides together, however, my sweaters instantly.
some seams are sewn "inside out" to Mattress stitch is usually worked from
create a decorative effect. the bottom of a side seam upward, but it
Several sewing stitches are used for can be worked in any direction. The key
sewing seams: back stitch, running
stitch, slip stitch, overcast (or whip)
is to choose a line either between the
"v" of a column of two stitches or in the
2
stitch, mattress stitch. Knitting can base of the "v" of a column of one stitch
even be sewn by a sewing machine or and use this line for the full length of
serger, however, a machine sewn seam the seam.
can be too rigid for a knitted garment, To begin, place the garment pieces
even when stretch stitches are used. on a table or smooth-topped cushion,
In addition to choosing the best seam, and anchor the yarn to each garment
the right choice of sewing needle will piece at the base of the seam. I use a
also make a difference. Sharp needles, "sideways figure 8" stitch, taking in a
such as darning, crewel, or embroidery, stitch from each piece at each loop of
can split the strands of yarn. This can the "8". Choose the seaming line on each
not only make seaming a struggle, it can piece. (It may be helpful to mark this
weaken the yarn. Plastic canvas needles line with pins at first). *Weave the yarn
can also be used, but the points of these from one garment piece to the other, by Seaming yarn is woven back-and-forth
needles taper sharply, and they dont going into the top of the piece, then up between the two pieces. In this case the
sewing yarn is going between the "v" of
work well on all types of yarn. For most from the bottom of the same piece, one two stitches: v|v .
seaming applications, a tapestry needle or two threads further on, as in photo
is a good choice. For fine yarns lace 2. Once 6 or 8 strands of yarn span the
to sock weight size 18 works well. For
heavier yarns, purchase a size 16 or
gap between the two pieces, gently pull
on the yarn until the gap is closed, and
3
larger size. the seaming thread is no longer visible,
photo 3. Continue from *, above, to the
1
top of the work and weave in the end.
Although its a very sturdy seam,
mattress stitch can still shift. To prevent
this, make a small back stitch every few
centimeters or inches.
The seaming yarn has been re-inserted into the
The inside of a mattress stitch seam last stitch after the yarn has been pulled taut.
has a bit of bulk from the half or full
stitch that is incorporated into the seam
needles & sizes

during the weaving process.
A contrasting colour yarn was used for
4
these examples; ordinarily, the seaming
yarn would be the same colour as the
garment.
Mattress stitch can also be worked
on garter stitch. On garter stitch, the
sewing yarn is threaded through the
"bumps" along the side of each garment
Because the bumps on garter stitch are at the
piece, which reduces the amount of bulk very edge, a mattress stitch seam on garter stitch
when compared to stocking stitch as in is less bulky than when done on stocking stitch.
photo 4.

After several stitches, the seam begins the knitting. Repeat from * until the
Back Stitch to look like sewing machine stitching entire seam is closed, then secure the
on the front of the work. The back has a end of the seam with another back stitch
Back stitch makes a very sturdy seam. series of long, overlapping stitches. and weave in the end.
Its useful in areas that take a lot of A seam made with several running
stress: shoulders, skirt backs, or heavy stitches followed by one back stitch
outerwear that may sag after several makes a combination seam that is
wearings. A back stitch seam is bulky,
sturdy with a minimum amount of bulk.
and should be used sparingly. The keys to
stitching a quality back stitch seam are to
make the stitches as uniform in length as
possible and to space them close enough
together to ensure there are no gaps in
the finished seam.
Right-handed stitchers work from right-
to-left and left-handed stitchers sew from front of seam
left-to-right. Instructions for left handed
stitchers are given in brackets, below.
Running stitch
Hold the pieces in the left (right) hand
with right sides together. With a threaded
sewing needle, put the needle through
both pieces about the length of one stitch
Overcast stitch
away from the start of the seam. Leave a Overcast stitch is also called whip
3-4 [7-10cm] tail to weave in later. stitch. It can be sewn to the inside
of the garment, but its also used as a
back of seam decorative stitch in contrasting yarn
on the outside of the garment. To sew
Running Stitch the seam to the inside, hold the pieces
right sides together. This seam can be
Running stitch is sometimes called sewn in either direction. Anchor the
a simple seam or basting stitch. Its needle at one end of the seam. Bring the
the stitch that children learn with yarn through to the front of the work if
colourful shoe laces and sewing cards it isnt there already. *Take the needle
with holes punched in them. Just as for to the back of the work, and push it
back stitching, the keys to a well-made through both layers to the front of the
Insert the needle through both pieces at running stitch seam are stitches of work (the yarn will go over the top of
the right-most (left-most) edge (the base uniform length, spaced closely enough the seam in a similar fashion to a yarn
of the seam). One stitch made. *Take the together that there are no gaps in the over). Repeat from * to the end of the
needle through the fabric from back to finished seam. seam. After several stitches, the yarn
front, one stitch length further left (right) will begin to twist. Either roll the needle
of the stitch just made. Put the needle To work running stitch, hold the pieces between the thumb and index finger
through from front to back at the left in the left (right) hand with right sides to remove twist, or allow the yarn and
(right) end of the previous stitch. Repeat together. With a threaded sewing needle, need to dangle in mid-air to balance the
from * until the entire seam is closed. put the needle through both pieces about twist back out.
1 stitch in from the edge of the knitting,
and make a back stitch to secure the The key to working a quality overcast
yarn end. Then, *insert the needle from seam is to put the needle through at
front to back and from back to front one right angles to the fabric, and to space
stitch length left (right) of the previous the stitches evenly.
pass through the fabric. When two or
three passes have been completed, draw
the yarn through the stitches. Give the
sewing yarn a little tug to ensure that
the seam yarn is snug enough to hold
the seam together without puckering

Crocheted seams
Crochet seams customarily use a crochet
slip stitch, but a single crochet may
be used. In appearance, it resembles a
3-needle cast off. Crochet and 3-needle
cast off both make a very sturdy seam,
which may be too thick to use with
bulky yarn.
If the seam is to be shown on the
inside of the garment, hold the right
sides of the fabric together and anchor
the seaming thread at the base of the
seam. Chain one, then *insert the
hook through both layers of the fabric
approximately the width of a single
crochet away from the anchor point.
Pull up a loop and either slip it through
the loop already on the hook (slip stitch),
or complete a single crochet. Repeat
from * to the end of the seam. Break the
yarn and draw it through the last loop.
Weave in the ends. z
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BANNERS OF
Banners of Hope
are small fabric banners with
inspirational messages that are
displayed in hospitals, shelters and
charity locations that greet members
of the public in times of challenge.
Coming to a craft show near you!

VIEW a display of banners by the CHA
Designers
ENJOY some time in the Construction Zone

where you can construct your own Banner of Hope.
Offered at some of our events.
LEARN how this project can be used in your store,

business, guild or community group to promote
local causes and encourage more consumers to use
fabric in their projects.
For more information on events in

2015 visit
www.craftandhobby.org/Canada
Banners courtesy of Paula Jones, Ana Araujo, Kelly Goulder, Susan Pyrcz Weckesser.
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100% cotton thread
cr eativ
A fine, strong, high quality sewing thread
for hand or machine sewing, no matter
the stitch type or fabric.
Gtermann 50 wt. Cotton Quilting thread
is made of long staple 100% Egyptian
mercerized cotton; its versatile and gives
seams a natural character.
Suitable for hand or machine sewing; the
perfect thread for your quilting projects
Larger cone sizes are excellent for long arm
quilting machines
Available in 100m, 250m, 400m, 800m, 3000m
and 5000m spool lengths
186 stunning solid and variegated shades
Ideal for ornamental stitches, decorative
seams and embroidery
Soft and supple with tear and abrasion
resistance
Colorfast: fade resistant to UV rays and
multiple washings
Look for Gtermann threads at your favourite

fabric, sewing and quilting store!
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Fairisle
Eggs
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skill levelintermediate Decrease rnd: Medium size: *SSK, k3, repeat Chart for MEDIUM size
finished measurements from * to end, 36 sts. (9 (45 stitches circumference)
medium egg 7" x 4" [19 x 11.5cm] stitches decreased)
large egg 8" x 5" [21.5 x 12.5cm] Large size: Decrease rnd:
*SSK, k2, repeat from * to
materials end, 36 sts. (12 stitches
yarn decreased)
Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK in choice Knit 2 rounds.
of colours Decrease rnd: *SSK, k2, repeat from * to
needles end, 27 sts.
US 4 [3.5mm] 60cm length circular knitting Knit 2 rounds
needle for working in magic loop Decrease rnd: *SSK, k1, repeat from * to
other end, 18 sts.
tapestry needle Knit 2 rounds.
fiberfill Stuff egg with fiberfill to desired firmness.
gauge Decrease rnd: *SSK, repeat from * to end, 9
24sts per 4" [10cm] sts.
Cut yarn leaving a 6" tail to feed through
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
instructions remaining stitches. Cinch up tightly and with
tapestry needle, weave tail into egg.
Cast on 5 sts. Join in round. Be careful not
to twist stitches.
Increase rnd: K1, *Kfb, repeat from * to Chart 1 for LARGE size Chart 2 for LARGE size
end, 9 sts. (48 stitches circumference) (48 stitches circumference)
Increase rnd: *Kfb, repeat from * to end,
18 sts.
Knit 1 round.
Increase rnd: *M1, k2, repeat from * to
end, 27 sts.
Knit 1 round.
Increase rnd: *M1, k3, repeat from * to
end, 36 sts.
Knit 1 round.
Increase rnd: Medium size: *M1, k4, repeat
from * to end, 45 sts. (9 sts
increased)
Large size:*M1, k3, repeat from * to end, 48
sts. (12 sts increased)
Knit 1 round.
For the next 12 rows [15 rows], follow the
chart which corresponds to your egg size
(pick 1 chart only). Charts are read from
bottom right corner to the left working
your way up the chart. Each row is worked
5 times [6 times for large egg]. Feel free to 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
change colours at any beginning of round.
Remember to twist the new colour in with Julia Cheng
the previous colour to avoid holes. Hide
tails inside egg. No increases made within The Yarn Store
charted rows. 17817 Leslie Street, Unit 40
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knitting
Floppy Sunflower baby hat

skill level intermediate For Eyelet Band
finished measurements *K2tog, yo, repeat to end.
16" [41cm] circumference Purl 1 round.
size will fit approximately 6-12 month baby For Brim
materials *K4, M1, repeat from * to end.
yarn Knit 2 rounds.
2 skeins of Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK for hat in 170 Warm *K5, M1, repeat from * to end.
Grey Knit 2 rounds.
small amount of Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK for Sunflower *K6, M1, repeat from * to end.
in 174 hot mustard yellow Knit 2 rounds.
needles *K7, M1, repeat from * to end.
US5 [3.75mm] 16"circular needle or longer if using magic loop Knit 2 rounds.
method Bind off loosely. Weave in ends. Block hat, smoothing
3.75" double pointed needles for i-cord out brim so it lays flat.
stitch marker I-cord
tapestry needle With double-pointed needles, cast on 3 stitches.
gauge K3, *without turning work, move stitches to other
22 sts and 28 rows = 4" [10cm]. end of needle, k3. Repeat from * until you have
20" of i-cord or desired length. Cast off all stitches.
instructions Weave ends into i-cord.
Cast on 8 stitches. Place marker for beginning of round. Join in Sunflower
round being careful not to twist stitches. Cast on 3 stitches.
Knit 2 rounds. Row 1: knit into front and back (kfb) of first stitch, knit
Increase rnd: *M1, k1, repeat from * to end. [16 sts] to end, 4 sts.
Knit 1 round. Row 2: K2, purl to end.
Increase rnd: *Yo, k2, repeat from * to end. [24 sts] Row 3: Kfb, knit to end, 5 sts.
Increase rnd: *Yo, k3, repeat from * to end. [32 sts] Row 5: Kfb, knit to end, 6 sts.
Increase rnd: *M1, k4, repeat from * to end. [40 sts] Row 7: Kfb, knit to end, 7 sts.
Increase rnd: *M1, k5, repeat from * to end. [48 sts] Row 9: Bind off 4 sts, knit to end, 3 sts.
Increase rnd: *M1, k6, repeat from * to end. [56 sts] Repeat rows 1-10 seven times. Then repeat rows 1-8
Knit 1 round. and bind off all sts. [8 petals total].
Increase rnd: *Yo, k1, yo, k4, k2tog, repeat from * to end. [64 sts] Cut yarn leaving 6" tail, thread through edges of
Knit 1 round. garter ridges and cinch together leaving a hole
Increase rnd: *Yo, k1, yo, k5, k2tog, repeat from * to end. [72 sts] big enough to feed i-cord. Weave in ends.
Knit 1 round. Weave i-cord in and out of the eyelet band to desired
Increase rnd: *M1, k9, repeat from * to end. [80 sts] size. Feed both ends of i-cord through hole in
Knit even for 5cm or desired height of hat. sunflower, tie in a bow to fasten.
Purl 1 round.
Julia Cheng
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R C ozy ozy
When this cozy was finished
and sitting on the teapot, my
husband looked at it and said,
Could you make a hat like that?
Well yes, I could, and so can you
if you'd prefer a very silly hat to
a rather silly tea cozy.
Denise Powell
knitting DenisePowellKnits@gmail.com
Ravelry: Doctor Knit
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skill levelintermediate Row 22: purl Row 1 (WS): k4, p12, k4
finished measurements One Size Row 23: knit Row 2: p4, k2, m1, k8, m1, k2, p4 (22 sts)
Note: The teapot this cozy was made for is Row 24: purl Row 3: k4, p14, k4
6" [15cm] in diameter and about 6" [17cm] Row 25: knit Row 4: p4, k2, m1, k10, m1, k2, p4 (24 sts)
high, including the knob on the lid. If your Row 26: purl Row 5: k4, p16, k4
teapot is larger than this, youll need to ad- Row 27: knit Row 6: p4, k16, swt, p16, swt, k16, p4
just the body instructions and will probably Row 28: purl Row 7: k4, p16, k4
need more yarn. Row 29: k16, k2tog, k30, k2tog, k16 (64 sts) Row 8: p4, k2, m1, k12, m1, k2, p4 (26 sts)
Row 30: purl Row 9: k4, p18, k4
materials Row 31: k3, *k2tog, k6, rep from *, end Row 10: p4, k14, swt, p10, swt, k14, p4
yarn k2tog, k3 (56 sts) Row 11: k4, p18, k4
Galway Pure Wool Knitting Worsted Row 32: purl Row 12: p4, k15, swt, p12, swt, k15, p4
weight or other worsted weight wool Row 33: k2, *k2tog, k5, rep from *, end Row 13: k4, p18, k4
1 skein 1036 green k2tog, k3 (48 sts) Row 14: p4, k18, p4
2 skeins 9004 red (or other rose colour, Row 34: purl Row 15: k4, p18, k4
maybe you'd like a yellow rose?) Row 35: k2, *k2tog, k4, rep from *, end Rows 16-17: rep last two rows
needles k2tog, k2 (40 sts) Row 18: p4, k3, ssk, k8, k2tog, k3, p4 (24
US7 [4.5mm] 40cm circular needle or Join work and recommence knitting sts)
size required to match gauge circularly (end of handle opening) Row 19: k4, p16, k4
double-pointed needles in same size Round 36: knit, switching to double- Row 20: p4, k3, ssk, k6, k2tog, k3, p4 (22
pointed needles sts)
notions
Rnd 37: k1, *k2tog, k3, rep from *, end Row 21: k4, p14, k4
stitch markers
k2tog, k2 (32 sts) Row 22: p4, k3, ssk, k4, ktog, k3, p4 (20 sts)
yarn needle
Rnd 38: knit Row 23: k4, p12, k4
gauge Rnd 39: k1, *k2tog, k2, rep from *, end k1 Row 24: p4, ssk k1,ssk, k2, k2tog, k1, k2tog,
Body 15 sts/10cm with double strand of yarn (24 sts) p4 (16 sts)
Petals 18 sts/10cm with single strand of yarn Rnd 40: knit Row 25: ssk, k2, p8, k2, k2tog (14 sts)
Rnd 41: *k2tog, k1, rep from * (16 sts) Row 26: p2tog, p1, ssk, k4, k2tog, p1,
Instructions Rnd 42: knit p2tog (10 sts)
The body of the cozy is knit with the yarn Rnd 43: *k2tog, rep from * (8 sts) Row 27: purl
doubled, the petals with one strand of cast off Row 28: ssk, k6, k2tog (8 sts)
the yarn. Row 29: purl
Centre Petals
Body Cast on 7 stitches Row 30: knit
With two strands of the green yarn cast Row 1 and all wrong side rows: purl Row 31: purl
on 72 sts. Join to knit circularly. Increase row: k1, m1, knit to end Cast off.
Knit 9 rounds of k2, p2 rib. Break green Repeat WS and increase rows until 12 Outer Petals make 6
yarn and join red yarn, again using two stitches. Rows 1 to 17 same as inner petals
strands. Knit in stocking stitch for another 8 rows; Row 18: k26
Knit 3 rounds plain. begin decreases. You now knit a sideways stocking stitch
Begin handle and spout gussets: Decrease row: SSK, knit to end. edging attached to the live stitches,
Rnd 13: k1, m1, k32, m1, k6, m1, k32, m1, k1 Repeat WS and decrease rows until 3 forming the part of the petal that
(76 sts) stitches remain. turns down:
Rnd 14: knit to last 2 sts, cast off 4 (2 from Repeat increase, plain, and decrease Continuing with yarn still attached to
the start of the next round) (72 sts) sections until you have made 8 petals. work, cast on 4 stitches.
Rnd 15: k31, m1, k8, m1, k31 turn work, With RS facing inward, form beginning Edge row 1: k3, ssk (one stitch from
for the next section you will be into a small tube around the knob of edging, one stitch from base of petal)
working back and forth (74 sts) the top. Edge row 2: sl1, p2, m1, p1 (5 sts in
Row 16: purl Stitch petals down, working outward edging)
Row 17: k32, m1, k10, m1, k32 (76 sts) in a spiral, gathering and pleating as Edge row 3: k4, ssk
Row 18: p32, cast off 12, purl to end, turn necessary to form the center of the rose. Edge row 4: sl 1, p2, m1, p1 (6 sts)
(64 sts) (end of spout opening) Continue in this fashion, increasing one
Inner Petals make 6
Row 19: k32, cast on 8, k32 (72 sts) stitch on all even rows until you have
Using one strand of main colour, cast on
Row 20: purl 13 sts in the edging.
20 sts.
Row 21: k5, *k2tog, k10, rep from * 4 more Next knit row: k12, ssk
times, end k2tog, k5 (66 sts) Next purl row: sl1, p12
Photos courtesy of Ian H. Griggs.

A Needle Pulling Thread
Standard abbreviations & terms
alt = alternate
approx = approximately
beg = begin(ning)
BO= bind off
CC = contrast colour
ch = chain
cm = centimetre(s)
cn = cable needle
CO = cast on
cont = continue, continuing
dc = double crochet
dec = decrease(s), decreasing
dpn = double-pointed needle(s)
foll = following
g = gram(s)
inc = increase(s), increasing
in(s) = inch(es)
k = knit
kf&b or kfb = knit into front and back of st (increase)
k2tog = knit 2 sts tog (right-leaning decrease)
K3tog = knit 3 sts together (double right-leaning
decrease)
M = marker
m = metre(s)
M1 = Make 1 stitch: pick up the horizontal strand
between 2 stitches from front to back and knit
Repeat these two rows five more times, then begin decrease rows: it tbl (lifted increase)
Next knit row: ssk, k10, ssk MC = main colour
mm = millimetre(s)
Next purl row: sl 1, p11 oz = ounce(s)
Continue decrease rows, decreasing one stitch on knit rows, until all p = purl
stitches from the base of the petal are used up. Cast off. p2tog = purl 2 sts tog (decrease)
Sepals make 5 patt = pattern
With one strand of green, cast on 7 pfb = purl into front and back of stitch (increase)
pm = place marker
Row 1 and WS rows: purl psso = pass slipped stitch over
Row 2: k3, m1, k1, m1, k3 (9 sts) RS = right side
Row 4: k4, m1, k1, m1, k4 (11 sts) rem = remain(ing)
Row 6: ssk, k3, m1, k1, m1, k3, k2tog rep = repeat
Rep rows 5 and 6 five time total. rev = reverse
Row 8: ssk, k7, k2tog (9 sts) rnd = round
Row 10: ssk, k2, m1, k1, m1, k2, k2tog sc = single crochet
Row 12: ssk, k5, k2tog (7 sts) sl = slip
skp = slip one st, knit next st, pass slipped st over
Row 14: ssk, k1, m1, k1, m1, k1, k2tog
knit st (dec)
Row 16: ssk, k3, k2tog (5 sts) ssk = slip, slip, knit: slip 2 sts knitwise, 1 at a time,
Row 18: ssk, m1, k1, m1, k2tog insert left-hand needle into front of both sts
Row 20: ssk, k1, k2tog (3 sts) and knit them tog (left-leaning decrease)
Row 22: sl2tog knitwise, k1, p2sso (1 st) Sssk = Slip next three stitches individually,
Break yarn and run through last stitch. Work in finishing end. knitwise. Insert tip of left needle from front
to back into the fronts of these three stitches
finishing and knit them together (double left-leaning
1. Arrange inner petals around the body, about 1" [2.5cm] above the decrease)
green ribbing, overlapping as necessary. Attach by sewing the sides st(s) = stitch(es)
and bottom of the petal to the body, leaving the top unattached. St st = stocking stitch
2. Arrange outer petals around the body immediately above the green tbl = through back loop
ribbing, overlapping as necessary. Attach by sewing the sides and tog = together
bottom of the petal to the body, leaving the top unattached. tr = treble crochet
3. Attach sepals at the top of the green ribbing. One is attached over the WS = wrong side
yo = yarn over
spout gusset, attached at the bottom and the sides up to the top of
the gusset. The other sepals are attached by sewing along the bottom
edge and then up the center for about two-thirds of their length.
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Directions are for size small; changes for Cable Panel 2 (worked over 6 sts) Work 4 (4, 6, 8, 10) rows even over all sts.
sizes medium, large, 1X, and 2X are in Row 1: [C2F] 3 times. Shape Upper Front
parentheses. Row 2: Purl. Row 1 (Wrong Side): K1 (1, 2, 2, 3), K2tog,
skill leveladvanced
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 for Cable Panel 2. [P6, K2 (2, 3, 3, 4), K2tog] twice, P6,
Note: The curved edges of the Fronts are K2tog, K1 (1, 2, 2, 3) 28 (28, 32, 32, 36)
bust (slightly stretched): 34 (38, 42, 46, formed by working short rows. The cast-on sts.
50)" [86.5 (96.5, 106.5, 117, 127) cm] edges become the side seams. The upper Rows 2-6: Work even.
Finished Length: 20 (20, 21, 21, 23)" [51 Fronts and Back are shaped by decreasing Row 7: K2 (2, 3, 3, 4), [P6, K2tog, K1 (1, 2, 2,
(51, 54.5, 54.5, 58.5) cm] between panels. 3)] twice, P6, K2 (2, 3, 3, 4) 26 (26, 30,
First and last sts are Knit on every row of 30, 34) sts.
materials Rows 8-12: Work even.
yarn the Fronts and Back.
Row 13: K2 (2, 3, 3, 4), [P6, K2tog, K0 (0, 1,
RED HEART Heads Up: 4 (5, 6, 6, 7) balls LEFT FRONT 1, 2)] twice, P6, K2 (2, 3, 3, 4) 24 (24,
801 Sky. Cast on 32 (32, 36, 36, 40) sts. 28, 28, 32) sts.
(5 Bulky) 3.5oz [100g], 106yd [97m] per ball Row 1 (Wrong Side): K3 (3, 4, 4, 5), [P6, K4 Rows 14 17: Work even.
needles (4, 5, 5, 6)] twice, P6, K3 (3, 4, 4, 5).
Susan Bates Knitting Needles: US10 Row 2 (Right Side): K1, P2 (2, 3, 3, 4), work Shape Shoulders
(6mm) Cable Panel 1 Row 1 over next 6 sts, Bind off at beginning of shoulder edge 8
Susan Bates Circular Knitting Needle: P4 (4, 5, 5, 6), work Cable Panel 2 Row (8, 9, 9, 11) sts twice.
US10 (6mm) 16" [40cm] long 1 over next 6 sts, P4 (4, 5, 5, 6), work Bind off remaining 8 (8, 10, 10, 10) sts.
other Cable Panel 1 Row 1 over next 6 sts, P2 RIGHT FRONT
Cable needle, 2 stitch markers, yarn (2, 3, 3, 4), K1. Work same as Left Front through Row
needle Panels and Reverse St st are now 2. Panels and Reverse St st are now
Gauge established. Continue in established established. Continue in established
14 sts = 4" [10cm] patterns for 0 (4, 6, 8, 10) more rows, patterns for 1 (5, 7, 9, 11) more rows, end
18 rows = 4" [10cm] in Cable Panel end right side row. Now work short wrong side row. Now work short rows
patterns, slightly stretched rows as follows: same as for Left Front EXCEPT note that
16 sts = 4" [10cm] in Reverse Stockinette Row 1 (Wrong Side): Keeping continuity the short rows begin on the right side.
stitch (knit on wrong side, purl on right of patterns, work 12 (12, 14, 14, 16) sts, After all short rows, work 3 (3, 5, 7, 9)
side). CHECK YOUR GAUGE Use any w/t 13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts. rows even over all sts, end right side row,
size needles to obtain the gauge. Row 2: Work 13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts. before beginning Shape Upper Front.
Special Stitches Row 3: Work next 22 (22, 25, 25, 28) sts, BACK
C6F = Slip next 3 sts to cable needle and w/t 23 (23, 26, 26, 29) sts. Cast on 74 (82, 90, 98, 106) sts.
hold in front, K3, then K3 from cable Row 4: Work 23 (23, 26, 26, 29) sts. Row 1 (Wrong Side): K2, [P6, K2 (3, 4, 5, 6)]
needle. Rows 5 and 6: Repeat Rows 1 and 2. 8 times; P6, K2.
C2F = Slip next st to cable needle and Rows 7 and 8: Work over all 32 (32, 36, 36, Row 2 (Right Side): K1, P1, [work Cable
hold in front, K1, then K1 from cable 40) sts. Panel 1 Row 1 over next 6 sts, P2 (3, 4,
needle. Repeat last 8 rows 7 more times. 5, 6), work Cable Panel 2 Row 1 over
Next Row: Work 12 (12, 14, 14, 16) sts, w/t next 6 sts, P2 (3, 4, 5, 6)] 4 times, work
Special Technique
13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts. Cable Panel 1 Row 1 over next 6 sts,
W/t (wrap and turn) = Keeping continuity P1, K1.
of pattern, work the specified number Next Row: Work 13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts. Panels and Reverse St st are now
of sts; with yarn at back of work, slip established. Continue in established
Next Row: Work next 22 (22, 25, 25, 28)
next st purlwise to right needle, bring patterns until 34 (34, 38, 38, 42) rows in
sts, w/t 23 (23, 26, 26, 29) sts.
yarn forward; turn, leaving remaining all have been completed, end wrong
sts unworked. On next row slip the Next Row: Work 23 (23, 26, 26, 29) sts.
side row. Mark each end of last row for
wrapped stitch purlwise. Next 2 Rows: Work over all 32 (32, 36, 36,
top of side seams.
When working across the wrapped st, 40) sts.
work the wrap together with the st Repeat last 6 rows once more. Shape Upper Back
above it. Row 1 (Right Side): K1, P1, [work Cable
Next Row: Work 12 (12, 14, 14, 16) sts, w/t
Panel 1, P2tog, P0 (1, 2, 3, 4), work
Cable Panel 1 (worked over 6 sts) 13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts.
Cable Panel 2, P2tog, P0 (1, 2, 3, 4)] 4
Rows 1, 3, 7, 9: Knit. Next Row: Work 13 (13, 15, 15, 17) sts. times, work Cable Panel 1, P1, K1 66
Rows 2, 4, 6, 8: Purl. Next 4 Rows: Work over all 32 (32, 36, 36, (74, 82, 90, 98) sts.
Row 5: C6F. 40) sts. Row 2: Work even in pattern.
Row 10: Purl. Repeat last 6 rows once more.
Repeat Rows 1-10 for Cable Panel 1.

[43 (48.5, 53.5, 58.5, 63.5) cm]
Sizes (L, 1X, 2X) Only

Row 3: K1, P1, [work Cable Panel 1, P2tog, P (1, 2, 3), work Cable Panel 2, 5 (5, 6, 6, 7)"
P2tog, P (1, 2, 3)] 4 times, work Cable Panel 1, P1, K1 (74, 82, 90) sts. [14 (14, 16.5, 16.5, 19) cm]
[25.5 (25.5, 26.5, 26.5, 28) cm]

Row 4: Work even in pattern.
10 (10, 10, 10, 11)"

Size 2X Only
Row 5: K1, P1, [work Cable Panel 1, P2tog, P2, work Cable Panel 2,
P2tog, P2] 4 times, work Cable Panel 1, P1, K1 82 sts.
Row 6: Work even in pattern.
All Sizes
Rows 3-42 (3-42, 5-44, 5-44, 7-46): Work even in pattern on 66 (74, 74,
82, 82) sts.
Divide for Neck and Shoulders
Row 1 (Right Side): Work 24 (24, 28, 28, 32) sts, P center 18 (26, 18, 26, LEFT
18) sts, work to end.
Row 2: Work 24 (24, 28, 28, 32) sts, join another ball of yarn, bind off FRONT
center 18 (26, 18, 26, 18) sts, work to end.
Working both sides at the same time, bind off at beginning of each
shoulder edge 8 (8, 9, 9, 11) sts twice. Bind off remaining 8 (8,
10, 10, 10) sts.
Back Bottom Border
Cast on 10 sts.
Rows 1 and 3: P2, K6, P2. 7 (7, 8, 8, 9)"
Rows 2 and 4: K2, P6, K2.
Row 5: P2, C6F, P2. [19 (19, 21.5, 21.5, 24) cm]
Row 6: Repeat Row 2.
Rows 7-10: Repeat Rows 1-4.
Repeat Rows 1-10 until piece measures 16 (18, 20, 21, 23)". Bind off.
FINISHING 15 (17, 17, 19, 19)
Sew border to back bottom edge. Sew side seams to back markers, [38 (43, 43, 48.5, 48.5) cm]
stretching front cast-on edges to match back piece. Sew shoulder
seams. 5 (5, 6, 6, 7)
[14 (14, 16.5, 16.5, 19) cm]
[25.5 (25.5, 26.5, 26.5, 28) cm]

10 (10, 10, 10, 11)
[51 (51, 54.5, 54.5, 58.5) cm]
20 (20, 21, 21, 23)
[25.5 (25.5, 28, 28, 30.5) cm]

BACK
10 (10, 11, 11, 12)
17 (19, 21, 23, 25)

[43 (48.5, 53.5, 58.5, 63.5) cm]

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C
Endless
C
Circles
Scarf
crochet Laura Gebhardt

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skill leveleasy
& Crochet
6" x 57" [15 x 145cm]
materials
yarn
Aunt Lydias Fashion 3 (super fine weight)
Crochet Thread, 100% mercerized
cotton, 150yd per ball 2 balls in Warm If youre passionate about your hobby, whether it be Sewing, Quilting,
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hook
Size D/3 (3.5mm) crochet hook
Special Stitches Used
V-stitch (V-st) dc, ch 2, dc
Cluster (cl) keeping last loop of each st
on hook, dc in first dc, dc in next dc, yo
and draw through all 3 loops on hook
Picot single crochet (psc) sc, ch 3, sl st in www.theyarnstore.ca
3rd ch from hook
Quilting Embroidery Knitting Crochet
instructions
Scarf 905-853-7001
Row 1: Ch 37; dc in 15th ch from hook, *ch 17817 Leslie St. Unit 40,
Newmarket, ON L3Y 8C6
2, skip next 2 ch, dc in next ch, ch Mon-Wed: 9-6 Thurs: 9-8 Fri: 9-6
5, sk 5 ch, dc in next ch, rep from * Saturday: 9-5 Sunday: Closed
across. The Tech Shop is now at Unit 14 - 905-853-6532
Row 2: Ch 5, turn; *V-st in next ch-5 sp,
ch 2**, cl over next 2 dc, ch 2, rep indulge your passion
from * across ending at **, dc in 9th
ch of skipped 14 beg ch.
Row 3: Ch 4, turn; dc in next dc, *ch 2, dc
in next dc**, ch 5, sk cl and ch 2, dc
in next dc, rep from * ending at **,
Saskatchewan
Saskatchewan
Stitches
ch 1, dc in 3rd ch of beg ch 5.
Row 4: Ch 5, turn; *cl over next 2 dc, ch
2**, V-st in next ch-5 sp, ch 2, rep
Conference
from * ending at **, dc in 3rd ch of
beg ch 4.
Row 5: Ch 8, turn; skip cl and ch 2, *dc in
next dc, ch 2, dc in next dc, ch 5,
Conference
Proud
Proud
Spons ors
Spons ors
&&
rep from * across ending dc in 3rd
S W I S S D E S I G N
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Row 6: Ch 5, turn; *V-st in next ch-5 sp, St. Peters Abbey, Muenster
ch 2**, cl over next 2 dc, ch 2, rep for more information, call
from * across ending at **, dc in 4th
ch of beg ch 8. 1-800-344-6024
Rep Row 3 6 for pattern 11 times then 626 Main Street
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Rnd 1: Ch 1, [sc, psc] around entire outside
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Fasten off.

Working with over-dyed floss skill level experienced beginner Three strands of floss are
stitch count 95 x 69 recommended for this
is always fun the trick is to design (3X), based on a
finished size (rounded up)
complete both legs of each stitch 11ct 8" x 6" [22 x 16cm]
14ct stitch being used. This
as you go, so the colour changes is a personal preference
14ct 7 x 5 [18 x 13cm]
of the designer because of
flow through the design. The 16ct 6" x 4" [15 x 11cm]
the wonderful coverage
direction you stitch (horizontal materials provided by using three
fabric strands. However, if
or vertical) can change the entire Fabric Flair 14ct Aida the fabric being used is
look of a piece! In this design and floss a smaller count (16ct or
the one featured in our last issue less), then reducing to
Symbol Strands DMC Colour
two strands would also be
(Winter 2014/15) Jo Gatenby used S 3 4068 Camoflauge recommended. Please note
floss colours that remind us of Or select your own over-dyed floss colour! that the more standard
other two strands (2X) of floss
the animals they represent and may be used, if preferred by
stitching hoop
how cute is that paw print fabric? embroidery needle the stitcher. Backstitching
embroidery scissor remains the same.

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skill levelintermediate symbol 2 Strands
design size 7" x 5" [18.5 x 14.5cm]
Caron Collection
stitch count 98w x 78h
z Waterlilies 095 Flamingo
materials
11" x 9" [28.5 x 25cm] of 28ct hand-dyed Kreinik Metallics
Jobelan - Morning Dew 0 vy fine (4) braid 024
notions + vy fine (4) braid 032
sharp scissors
Rainbow Gallery
12" stitching hoop
3 treasure braid petite PB12
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outlining 1 strand B cotton floss 2129 Robins Egg
large eggs Rainbow Gallery DMC
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Spring
FUSION Greeting Card
S
wedish weaving is a relaxing needlework that
is fun and fast to do. This unique surface
embroidery and counted needlework (all in one)
can be worked on a variety of fabrics, ranging from
the traditional Monks Cloth (7ct) to Hardanger fabrics
(22ct). All Swedish weaving patterns that were designed
for the traditional Monks Cloth can be woven on the
finer 22ct Hardanger fabric using the same thread
measurements and techniques.
Close up of the center of the project
skill levelintermediate
5" x 7" [12.5 x 18cm]
materials 1 1
2 2
9" x 7" piece of 22ct Hardanger fabric in yellow
DMC Pearl cotton in colours 12, 927, 758, 3042 3 3
4 4
Kreinik metallic thread #4 very fine, Gold (002)
#24 tapestry needle 5 5
card and envelope
instructions
Note: The instructions are for the yellow fabric greeting card. To
make the other two variations, change the colours of the thread,
and the fabric. Adding more pattern lines strategically will also
change the overall look of the card.
finding the center of the fabric
Find the center of the fabric by folding the fabric in half
cross-wise and finger press. Fold the fabric again in the other
direction and place a pin on the folded corner to mark the
center. The point of the corner matches the star on the chart. 5 5
4 4
all thread measurements are 4 widths of the fabric
3 3
Thread measurements are measured by laying the thread 2 2
across the fabric edge to edge, straight but not tight (one
width). The 4 widths are measured 4 times (edge to edge) 1
6
* * 6
1
before cutting the thread.

1 1
start weaving 2 2
1. Thread the needle by pulling the thread through the
3 3
needle until the needle is in the middle of the cut thread. 4 4
2. Weave the needle through the first float (stitch) just a few
inches above the surface of the fabric. Pull one-half of the 5 5
6 6
thread through the float. Check to ensure one half of the
thread is above, the other is below the fabric. The other 5 5
4 4
half of the thread is for the other half of the design.
3. The first row is the most important row, be especially 3 3
2 2
careful with the counting. Make sure to glide the needle
under the vertical float and over the horizontal float 1 1
making sure not to pierce the fabric.
4. Weave all the sections in one direction then turn the
fabric around and finish the rows.
finishing
Once all the weaving is done measure and cut the fabric to
fit into the card.
TIPS
When weaving lift the needle up slightly as you glide the
needle through the vertical float. This will help keep the
thread on top of the horizontal floats as you weave.
If theres a lot of thread left over on the ends, shorten the 1 1
2 2
thread measurement by width at a time. They are longer
just incase the centers are off slightly. 3 3
4 4
When cutting the fabric to fit the card measure out from
the center using the design repeats as our guide. Re- 5 5
measure before cutting the fabric to fit the card. Pull out a
fabric thread (2) on the cutting line. This will ensure its cut
Christine Allan
straight.
Christine's Swedish Weaving
www.funandfastpatterns.ca
swedish weaving
Instruction photos by Christine Allan.
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skill levelintermediate Stitch Diagrams
white 6" [16.5cm] square
yellow 5" [13cm]
materials This Hardanger
piece is
fabric
9" [23.5cm] square 28 ct Cashel linen for
white piece
8" [21cm] square 32 ct Belfast linen for
yellow piece finished with
threads
a lacy edge.
Kloster stitch
white: DMC white Pearl Cotton #8, #12
yellow: DMC 744 Pearl Cotton #8, 2
strands of Floss DMC 744 instead of #12
Chart This requires
fabric threads
1 square = 2 x 2 threads
Dark green is Pearl Cotton #8
Light Green is Pearl Cotton #12 or two
strands of floss
Stitches Used: Kloster, buttonhole stitch, Cable stitch to be removed
satin stitch, Doves Eye, Algerian eyelet,
cable stitch to complete
instructions
Start at the center with DMC #8, complete
woven bars
as necessary.
the Kloster blocks.
Use DMC #12 or two strands of floss,
complete the Algerian Eyelets.
Complete the heart motifs with DMC #8.
Complete the cable stitch with DMC #12 or
Buttonhole for Corners The final row
two strands floss. If you wish this part
to be more dominant, use DMC #8.
Complete the first inner row of Kloster
of lacy edge
(next to cable stitch) with DMC #8.
Carefully cut fabric threads from the center is completed
and complete woven bars.
Insert Doves Eye as shown on chart.
complete outer border
with woven
1. Remove fabric threads by carefully
cutting using Klosters as a guide. bars and
2. When enough fabric threads have been
removed, complete the next two rows,
inserting Doves Eye as shown as you
buttonhole
complete the third row. Use DMC #12
or two strands of floss for this.
3. Complete the final (outer row) edge
Satin stitch stitch in
using DMC #8.
4. As woven bars are done, and a corner
corners.
is reached, complete buttonhole stitch
until the next woven bar area. If the Kim Beamish
thread requires replacing, take thread craftycreationsbybeamish@hotmail.ca
in behind and through woven bars to craftycreations-beamish.blogspot.ca
hide ends.
5. When final edge is complete, carefully
cut remaining fabric threads (by
buttonhole edge corners). Press. Algerian Eyelet hardanger
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Hardanger
A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD spring 2015
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ack in 2009,
I participated
in a bookmark
exchange with the
online tatting group,
In Tatters. I wanted to
do something unique
for my partner, so I
looked through many
books and patterns
online and found an
edging in the book
Tatting Patterns
by the staff of
WorkBasket Magazine
which ultimately in-
spired the design of
this bookmark.
Many people think
tatting is beautiful,
but they arent so
fond of doilies.
Bookmarks are an
effective way to
showcase tatting
and create an item
for yourself or
friends that will be
appreciated for its
beauty, strength and
practicality.
Blue variegated bookmark

Tatted bookmark with beaded fob
Monica Denise Smith
DMC tatting thread size 80 colour #67
tatting
http://auntmonicasattic.blogspot.ca
Twitter: @OggieMonster Varied colour bookmark
Instagram: OggieMonster Tatted bookmark with beaded fob
MonicaSmith@mts.net DMC tatting thread size 80 colour #109

skill levelintermediate 6. CH: (12ds, 1p) 2 times, 12ds. rw. Body
finished measurements 7. R: Slide one bead forward. 5ds, 1. R: 5ds, j to p of previous split ring,
bookmark 10" x 1" [26.5 x 4.5cm] 1beaded picot, 5ds, beaded join (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
fob 1" [3.5cm] square; fob length to middle p of previous ring, 5ds, 2. CH: 12ds. rw.
including tail 4" [10cm] 1p, 5ds. cr. 3. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
8. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of 5ds, join to middle p of previous
materials previous ring, 5ds, beaded join to ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
Size 80 tatting thread (a fresh ball is middle p of previous center ring, 4. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
enough to make two bookmarks) 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr.
63 seed beads (11 on ring thread, 52 on 9. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of previous 5. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
picot joins) ring, (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw. (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
Two shuttles 10. CH: 12ds. rw. 6. CH: (12ds, 1p) twice, 12ds. rw.
Scissors 11. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of 7. R: 5ds, 1p, 5ds, j to center p of previ-
Sewing needle previous ring, 5ds, beaded join to ous ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
Small crochet hook to join picots (optional) middle p of previous ring, 5ds, 1p, 8. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
Small pieces of 32 gauge beading wire for 5ds. cr. 5ds, j to center p of previous
adding beads 12. R: Slide one bead forward. 5ds, center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
Techniques beaded join to last p of previous 9. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
beaded joins ring, 5ds, beaded picot, 5s, 1p, (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
beaded picot 5ds. cr. 10. CH: 12ds. rw.
Abbreviations Used 13. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of previous 11. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
CH = chain ring, (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw. 5ds, join to middle p of previous
R = ring 14. CH: 12ds. rw. ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
SR = split ring 15. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of 12. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
cr = close ring previous ring, 5ds, beaded join to (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr.
ds = double stitch middle p of previous ring, 5ds, 1p, 13. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
j = join 5ds. cr. (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
p = picot 16. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of previ- 14. CH: 12ds. rw.
rw = reverse work ous ring, (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. 15. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
17. R: Slide one bead forward. 5ds, 5ds, join to middle p of previous
instructions
beaded join to last p of previous ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
Set up
ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds, 1beaded picot, 16. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
1. Wind thread onto each shuttle.
5ds. cr. rw. (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr.
2. String 11 seed beads onto shuttle #1.
18. CH: 12ds, beaded join to last p of 17. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
3. String 48 seed beads onto wire for
previous long chain, 12ds, p, 12 ds. rw. (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
beaded picot joins.
19. Repeat lines 7-18 once. 18. CH: 12ds, j to last p of previous long
4. Tie threads of shuttle #1 and shuttle #2
20. Repeat lines 7-17 once. chain, 12ds, p, 12 ds. rw.
together.
21. CH: 12ds, beaded join to last p of 19. R: 5ds, j to first p of of previous ring,
Fob previous long chain, 12ds, beaded 5ds, j to center p of previous
Rings are made with shuttle #1. Split rings join to first p of first long chain, center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. rw.
use both shuttles. 12ds, rw. 20. CH: (12ds, 1p) twice, 12ds. rw.
All joins are made by first sliding seed bead 22. Repeat lines 7-9 once. 21. R: (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds, j to last p of
onto the picot then joining as usual. 23. CH: 11ds, j to tiny p of first chain, 1ds. rw. previous ring, 5ds, cr.
1. R: (5ds, 1p) 3 times, 5ds. cr. rw. 24. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of 22. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
2. CH: 1ds, tiny p, 11ds. rw. previous ring, 5ds, beaded join to 5ds, j to center p of previous
3. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of middle p of previous ring, 5ds, 1p, center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
previous ring, 5ds, beaded join to 5ds. cr. 23. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
middle p of previous ring, 5ds, 1p, 25. SR: 5ds, beaded join to last p of previ- (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
5ds. cr. ous ring, 5ds / 5ds, beaded join to 24. Repeat rows 10 to 23 three times.
4. R: 5ds, beaded join to last p of previ- last p of previous ring, 5ds. cr. 25. Repeat rows 10 to 18 once.
ous ring, (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. 26. Repeat rows 7 to 18 once.
Fob Tail
5. R: Slide one bead forward. 5ds, 27. Repeat rows 7 to 17 once.
The tail is made of a series of split rings.
beaded join to last p of previous
1. SR: 10ds / 10ds. cr. Repeat 8 times.
ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds, 1beaded picot,
2. SR: 5ds, 1p, 5ds / 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
5ds. cr. rw.
This is the first ring of the bookmark body.

28. CH: 12ds, j to last p of previous long
chain, 12ds, j to p of opposite
chain, 12ds. rw.
29. R: 5ds, j to first p of of previous ring,
5ds, j to center p of previous
center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. rw.
30. CH: 12ds, j to last p of opposite long
chain, 12ds, 1p, 12ds. rw.
31. R: (5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds, j to last p of
previous ring, 5ds, cr.
32. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, Yellow fob with beaded picots only
no beaded joins Red fob without any beads
5ds, j to center p of previous
center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
33. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
Use a larger bead at the end of the
(5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw.
wire to create a bead stop and string
34. CH: 12ds. rw.
the beads needed for the beaded
35. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring,
5ds, join to middle p of previous
TIPS joins to speed up your work.
ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. To make a beaded picot, slide the
36. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, bead into position where the picot
(5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. would usually be and then continue
37. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, to tat as normal.
38. CH: 12ds. rw. Skip the beads! Replace the beaded
39. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, picots and beaded joins with regular
5ds, join to middle p of previous picot and joins. Or skip the beaded
ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. joins and just make beaded picots.
40. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, You will still have beautiful results.
(5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr.
41. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, Do not starch the body of the
(5ds, 1p) twice, 5ds. cr. rw. bookmark as the starch may affect
42. Repeat rows 28 to 41 three times. the pages of the book.
43. CH: 12ds, j to last p of previous long
chain, 12ds, j to p of opposite
chain, 12ds. rw.
44. R: 5ds, 1p, 5ds, j to center p of previ- About Monica
ous ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr.
45. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, The first time Monica ever saw tatting she thought
5ds, j to center p of previous it was so beautiful she wanted to be able to make
center ring, 5ds, 1p, 5ds. cr. it herself. She learned how to tat in 4-H when she
46. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, was about 15 years old. She was determined to
learn how to flip that silly knot, and got so excited
47. CH: 12ds. rw.
48. R: 5ds, j to last p of previous ring, when she learned how to make split rings. She
5ds, j to center p of previous ring, thought it was simply magical!
5ds, j to p of split ring, 5ds. cw. With lots of unpicking and practice (tatting instead
49. Cut and tie threads. of doing her homework) she finally got it figured
Finishing out. Although shes been tatting ever since, she
Use the cotton setting and a lot of steam says theres still so much to learn. Thanks to the
to press. Use a pressing cloth to prevent
internet, shes finding more information about
scorching. Starching the fob is optional.
tatting. Until just recently, Monica admired other
people's tatting in antique shops or via exchanges
since she didn't know any real humans who could
tat, other than Muriel Loos, who taught her.

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A Bed of Roses
W elcome to a new series of smocked cushion tops! I hope
that the next smocking ideas in the following seasonal smocked
cushion
cushion tops will help ignite some ideas of your own!
Change the colours to match your home dcor, or consider
changing the size of the smocked cushion top to suit a sofa or
smaller to hang on a door knob.
Spring is the first in the series of four seasonal cushions offering
top
not only variations, but three levels of difficulty on a tradition
smocking design.
The sample design was made using the basic or beginner
smocking design which repeats the basic motif. The second
design mirror images the basic motif and adds different accents
with the possibility of introducing seed bead accents and back
smocking. The third design utilizes a technique called colour
tumbling. To do this effectively, choose two colours that are
close on the colour wheel like hot pink and orange or lime green
and turquoise. Follow the instructions on the graph and use
three strands of floss.
You, of course, get to choose the colour placement. The stitched
designs are the designer choice and meant to guide you. z

skill level beginner (sample cushion); 4. Smock a 2 step, half space wave on TIPS
intermediate and advanced graphs row 1 1 as shown. If using cotton broadcloth, cut the ruffle
included 5. Take floss to back and carry to come fabric 518" [13cm] wide. Finish the raw edges
finished measurements up in the valley, at row 2. Smock a 2 with a rolled edge on the serger or zigzag
cushion 12" x 18" [30 x 45cm] step, half space wave. over a cord with satin stitch. Or you could
6. Take floss to the back and come up in finish the edge by attaching a narrow ribbon
materials the valley at row 1. which coordinates with the stitching.
fabric 7. Continue thus to complete the design Use seed beads in place of floral coloured
19" [45cm] print fabric for cushion across the fabric. accent stitches or bullion knots.
10" x 45" [25 x 115cm] white batiste 8. Repeat for the second half of the Back smock intermediate design with a
threads design as in the graph. single strand of sewing thread, picking up
1 skein embroidery floss in each colour to 9. Fill-ins: 1 step, quarter space (baby) only a very small amount of fabric in each
coordinate with print. waves in green. Carry floss in zigzag stitch so it shows less on the right side.
Note: Choose no more than three fashion between rows 3 and 4, one Strip your floss for best coverage and colour.
colours +1 accent colour. motif to next, to avoid ending off after Use two strands of floss for greenery to
sewing thread to coordinate with print each. Add coloured dots (two straight lighten design.
fabric stitches over two pleats or seed beads).
10. Remove gathering threads.
needles
1 pkg. of needles for smocking and Cushion Construction
handwork 1. Cut 2 pieces of cushion fabric 13" x 19"
If beading: 1 very fine milliners needle, [33 x 46cm]
crewel or beading needle (any needle 2. Tack smocked ruffle down the centre
that the bead holes will accommodate) of cushion top and across the ends.
3. Stitch three sides with " [13mm) seam
other
allowances.
optional: 1 tube seed beads for accents
4. Stuff to desired fullness with polyester
pleater or dots and thread for pleating
stuffing.
fabric
5. Turn in remaining seam allowance and
iron & ironing board
whip end closed. Fabric folded to centre, basted and ready for pleating.
spray starch
1 bag of polyester stuffing
sewing machine or serger
instructions
prepare fabric for smocking
1. Press and starch ruffle fabric. Lightly
press this fabric in half lengthwise.
Fold raw edges to centre fold.
2. Run 2 rows of basting 38" [1cm] from
either side of centre fold.
3. Pleat ruffle with 6 rows of long gather-
ing threads (7 gathering threads for
levels 2 & 3) centred. Tie off gathering
threads at one end of the ruffle.
4. Let out the pleats to 15" [35cm] leaving
a " [13mm] seam allowance at each
end. Tie off second end.
5. Remove basting threads.
smocking
1. Smock with one of the designs pro-
vided. Refer to basic graph for how- Pattern stitch outs left to right: beginner, intermediate, advanced, charts included in next page.
Suggested alternate edge finishing with narrow ribbon.
to-smock the basic motif instructions.
2. Beginner design: Smock row 1 2
with a 2 step, half space wave.
3. Smock row 2 2 with mirror image
(2 step, half space wave).
Judith Marquis
Amberlane & Amberpetites
www.amberlane.ca
smocking
Basic Motif
Design 1 - Beginner
Judith Marquis is a designer of needlework and smocking. Her company, Amberlane & Amberpetites
is celebrating 30 years in business this year. If you have any questions about the designs in the
article or are interested in learning to smock, please contact Judith. She would love to hear from
you. Inquire about kits for the ruffle if you dont have a pleater or pleating service at hand.

Design 2 - Intermediate
Design 3 - Advanced

White
Opal SPRING
BROOCH

When I first came across Craig Ewing at a skill level intermediate
gem and jewelry show, I was quite taken finished measurements
158" x 1" [4 x 3cm]
by his diverse collection of bead work. Not
only did he have a variety of off loom bead materials
Note: Bead quantities are approximate, actual quantity depends on
work techniques on display but also bead cabochon shape and size.
embroidery. I was thrilled when he agreed size of cabochon plus 1" around outside edge of 1 piece of under
to submit a new design for the magazine. I backing material like Lacy's Stiff Stuff or comparable
look forward to future submissions by this size of cabochon plus 1" around outside edge of 1 piece of outer
backing material ultra suede or comparable
talented designer. 27mm Cabochon a Swarovski Art 4627, 27mm White Opal was
Brenda Franklin used for the sample
Bead Editor of ANPTmag glue E6000 or comparable
Fireline 6lb Smoke
1" dual pin finding, has pendant butterfly attached or flat back pin
W
3g 11/0 bead
hen I review 5g 15/0 cylinder beads
5g 15/0 round beads
pictures of 36 3mm Swarovski bicone crystals
spring time, I 36 4mm Swarovski bicone crystals

beading needle size 12 or 13
see market carts filled pencil
scissors
with tulips, crocuses, Gold Brooch Beads
1 Swarovski Art 4627 27mm, White Opal
daffodils, and other (36) 4mm Swarovski bicone Purple Haze
spring flowers. A picture (36) 3mm Swarovski bicone Purple Haze

3g round 11/0 Miyuki 4203
of some of our own 5g round 15/0 Miyuki 191, 24kt
5g cylinder 15/0 delica 29 Purple Gold Iris Metallic
bulbs pushing through Purple Brooch Beads
the snow inspired this

Note: Fringe sequence listed in order of stitching.
1 Swarovski Art 4627 27mm, White Opal
design. Like our garden (6) 4mm Swarovski bicone for each of the following colours:
Light Rose AB
of purple tulips and Fuchia AB
Tanzanite AB
crocuses peeking out of Light Amethyst
the snow, I decided on

Rose AB
Rose Water Opal
a Swarovski White Opal (6) 3mm Swarovski bicone for each of the following colours:
Rose AB
Crystal to represent the Light Amethyst
Rose
piles of snow, and the Light Rose
beads to represent all Rose AB

Tanzanite
the colourful flowers 3g of each of the following:
15/0 delica 611 Dyed Silver-lined Wine
poking through. 15/0 round Rose Garden Blend (Fusion Beads)
15/0 Miyuki Dark Metallic Bronze
Ah Springtime, and 15/0 Miyuki 961 Silver
everything it brings! 11/0 Miyuki Craig Ewing

www.craigewing.ca beading
Cabochon Bezel 9. Work the needle back down to the first
1. There are many options for backing row of cylinder beads. Come out any
material. In this project Lacys Stiff Stuff cylinder bead, through the backing and
was used and coloured with water finish the thread tails.
based paint so that it would disappear Fringing the Bezel
behind the beads. Metallic paints are 1. Pick up one 15/0, one 4mm crystal and
recommended to enhance light reflection. one 15/0. Go back down through the
2. When working with cabochons of irregular crystal and first 15/0. Go through the
shape its best to trace the outline of the Outline with a pencil the shape of the cabochon
next cylinder bead on the same row.
cabochon with a pencil on the backing Repeat these steps all the way around
material. Mark the top of the outline on the the first row of the cylinder beads. When
backing material with a little x to indicate the first crystal fringe bead has been
the starting point. This mark makes it easier reached, go through that first cylinder
for stepping up" to the next row. For a bead again, and step up to the second
square or rectangle cabochon, as in this row of peyote cylinder beads. For
project, start at a corner. the multi-coloured fringe (see purple
3. On a 2yd [2.3m] length of thread, leaving brooch), alternate the bead colours in a
a 6" [15cm] thread tail, come up through the repeating pattern.
backing material at the starting mark of the 2. Repeat the fringe around the second
outline. Using a running back stitch with a row using 3mm crystals.
four 15/0 cylinder bead count, stitch along the Stitch the beads along the pencil outline
3. When the first crystal fringe bead of the
pencil line, ending with an even count of second row has been reached, work the
beads. needle back down through the cylinder
4. Bring the needle and thread through the beads to the first row, and then down
entire row of beads. Dont stitch down into through the backing of the brooch.
the backing; just go through the beads Secure both thread tails with a couple of
in the row. Pull firmly on the thread, but half hitches around the thread stitches.
not so tightly that it lifts the beads or so 4. Trim the backing leaving 18" [3mm]
loosely that the thread leaves a loop. Bring from the first row of cylinder beads. Be
the thread out of the first bead of this row extremely careful not to cut any threads
to begin the next row, i.e. step up. on the backside.
5. This will be the first two rows of peyote
stitch. Add a bead to every other bead Bring the needle and thread through the entire Attaching the Pin
to begin building the wall around the row of beads A pin which allows the brooch to be worn
cabochon. Depending on the depth of the like a pendant was used for this project.
stone, more or less rows may be needed Threading a chain through the two
to complete the wall. Place the cabochon loops at the top will change the brooch
inside the beaded area as a dry fit while into a pendant. A regular pin can be
making the wall. Stop at the starting mark, used without the pendant option. Don't
once the beads are meeting the outside show the butterfly loops on the pin back
edge of the cabochon. Usually three or make sure the pin is mounted low
four rows is enough depending on the enough to hide them.
shape and depth of the cabochon. 1. Mark the backing with a level line to
6. Place the cabochon inside the walls that ensure the pin remains straight while
have been created. Its recommended that securing it. Use double thread to secure
a very small amount of glue will make it Working with 15 0 round beads, complete two the pin to the back of the under backing
rows of the peyote bezel and stitch it down multiple times.
easier to keep the cabochon in place when
stitching the last two rows. The glue should 2. Cut the outer backing (ultra-suede) a
not ooze out into the bead work. little larger than the size necessary. Cut a
7. Step up from the last row of cylinder bead small slit to fit around the pin. Spread a
peyote. Now working with 15/0 round small amount of glue on the back of the
beads, complete two rows of the peyote brooch, covering all threads and around
bezel, pulling the thread snug. This will the pin. Do not put any glue around the
cause the wall to come in around the outside 18" [3mm]. Place the ultra-suede
outer edge of the cabochon. on top of the glued area and allow to
8. Work around the last row of the 15/0 beads dry as per manufacturer's directions.
a second time to secure the cabochon. Trim the ultra-suede to match the backing
Give the thread an extra little tug, to fabric.
Fringing the Bezel
ensure its tight.

Finishing the Edge
1. Thread the needle with approximately 1yd
[1m] of beading thread.
2. String one 11/0 onto the needle and starting
from the front, stitch down through the under
backing and outer backing near the edge,
positioning the needle between two beads
on the outside peyote row so that it can catch
at least 116" [1.5mm] inside the edge of both
backings. Take care not to pierce any stitched
threads.
3. Leaving a tail of approximately 6" [15cm], stitch
back up through the added bead, pulling to
snug up the thread.
4. Repeat steps b and c around the cabochon,
moving over one beads width for each added
bead. Nearing the end of the closing circle,
space the added beads so theres a smooth,
full, and enclosing circle.
5. To finish thread, after adding the last bead,
push the needle down into the first bead
stitched and down through the edge of the
material to exit between the two backings.
Thread the tail onto the needle and stitch
through the last bead added and through the
edge of the material to exit next to the first
thread tail. Tie the two thread tails together
with a square knot. Thread both tails onto
the needle and carefully stitch between the
backing materials, coming out approximately
1" [2.5cm] from the knot. Snug up the thread
to bury the knot into the edge. Trim the thread
tails close to the backing fabric.
Trimmed and marked for pin Gold Brooch
Outer backing glued and trimmed
Instruction photos by Craig Ewing.

As the clock ticks, students race to create winning designs.
President and Founder
with Rita Gramsch
The challenge is issued to contestants Team design members The Designs

one week prior to the event, during which Toronto Film School Toronto Film School
only conceptual and design work can Sandra Al-Dabbagh, Habib Teimuri and Inspired by the resurgence of the fashion
be prepared. The challenge is officially Wesley Tang grace of yesteryear by style icons like
announced at the CreativFestival on the Faculty Advisor, Keith Richardson Taylor Swift, this innocent, yet strikingly
Friday at 11:00 on the Fashion Runway. Coco Fashion Design Institute sexy ensemble stole the red carpet with
Annabel Gerk, Yosefa Loomer and Mayle impact in its perfect simplicity! The journey
Work is performed in show floor studios
Morales-Almeida began with stylish black tone on tone
equipped by Bernina Canada, Husqvarna
Faculty Advisor, Maryam Marashi Nia formal length, transforming into a shorter
Catwalk Competition 2014
Viking, Janome Canada Ltd, Pfaff, Singer and

George Brown College version of brightest blue with overall crystal
Rowenta.
Diana Coatworth, Fumika Ideo and Eli Chan embellishment, designed to be noticed!
$200 shopping dollars is given to each Faculty Advisor, Carolyn Perry-Donan Coco Fashion Design Institute
team to buy their materials only from the Georgian College Designers took their runway debut to task
show floor. Tonia Van Dyk, Judy Milne and Kelli in a short, flirty pink confection of crinoline
Models strut their designs on the runway Rockbrune and lace, interspersed with glitter and
on Sunday at 3:45pm and the winner is Faculty Advisor, Maria Calautti accented with fur. This delicious design
announced! Seneca College was infectiously modelled in the spirit of
Valerie Castillo, Ricardo Pennant and Alex fashion and frolic!
Contestants compete for over $20,000 in Backa George Brown College
prizes and the competition is featured in A Faculty Advisor, Betty Michaud Sophistication caught the fashion train in
Needle Pulling Thread magazine. a classy adaptation of true starlet glamour.
The Challenge
Prize sponsors: Baby Lock Canada, Bernina Several times a year the media is all aflutter Designers were right on track with their
Canada, Create Your Style with Swarovski, about what will be worn on the red carpet. extravagantly stylish vision as a full length
Coats & Clark Canada, CreativFestival, Will it be fashion flawless or fashion faux black and white geometric train added
H.A. Kidd and Company Limited, Husqvarna pas? Will the designs push fashion to the flawless flair to the fashionable blue dress.
Viking, Janome Canada Ltd, Michaels, edge or over the edge? You decide! Georgian College
A Needle Pulling Thread, Pfaff, Rowenta, The runway scene and beyond
Sulky, Singer, Westcott, Westminster Fibers Create a debut ensemble for a 20 something was captured in a stunning cape of
and WonderFil Specialty Threads performer making her first appearance on shimmering purple fabric with a hand
the red carpet and put your stamp on the painted trim depicting the Toronto skyline.
Teams were matched up with Sewing fashion spotlight! The cape gave way to a gauzy effect
Machine sponsors as follows: party dress. This ensemble emulated all
Toronto Film School - Bernina Canada the sparkle the city lights have to offer.
George Brown College - Husqvarna Viking Seneca College
Georgian College - Singer A confident siren was instantly born by
Seneca College - Janome Canada Ltd stepping into this tastefully elegant golden
Coco Fashion Design Institute - Pfaff mermaid gown with geometric inlay. The
garment flawlessly transforming into first a
in the loop
sleek sheath, then stylish cocktail dress, left
no fashion landscape behind.
Photos courtesy of CreativFestival.
82 A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD winter 2014/15

For the fall 2014 show, the
stakes were even higher. In
addition to the $20,000 in
prizes, 3 - $1,000 scholarships
were open to all 15 of the 2014
PCC participants through
an application process. The
scholarships were made
available through the hard
work and creative energy of
our social Media Director, Michael S
elli
Judges: All award winning gurus within their genre
Michael Sellick and his & Rita Gra ck of the Crochet C
msch of th ro
Crochet Crowd partner, Daniel e CreativF wd
Carla A. Canonico, Editor-in-Chief of ANPTmag and Zondervan. estival
Needle Arts Ambassador extraordinaire
Paula Lishman, Designer and Fur Yarn Entrepreneur The scholarships were awarded to...
Linda Lundstrom, Sought after Key Note Speaker and Tonia Van Dyk from Georgian College, Alex Backa from Seneca College and Sandra
Fashion Designer Al-Dabbagh from the Toronto Film School
Judging criteria
inspiration and creativity
craftsmanship and fit
intricacy and complexity of the garment(s) design
and accessories created
concept and reference of style
innovative use of and diversity of materials
dollars spent
The 2014 Winner

The Toronto Film School (formerly known as the Academy of Design at RCC institute of Technology)
Congratulations! Sandra Al-Dabbagh, Habib Teimuri and Wesley Tang for another epic fashion sensation!
The Toronto Film School

Coco Fashion Institute
George Brown College

Georgian College
Seneca College

St. Peters Abbey at sunset
Imagine being able to knit without interruption! Sharing our enthusiasm with other knitters! Being inspired!
Discovering new techniques, getting fresh ideas and knitting, laughing, and knitting some more.
Haus of Stitches Knitting Retreat

nce
h e w an Stitc hes Confere
2015 Saskatc
e 7, 2015
May 28 - Jun M ue n s ter, Saskatchewan
bey,
St. Peters Ab
F or the past 15 years Haus of Stitches has held a knitting

retreat twice a year. The event attracts, beginners to
experienced participants, from across Canada between the
ages of 8 and 80+.
The first retreat, created to bring knitters together in a peace-

ful and relaxing atmosphere, was held in the spring of 2000
at Harmony House Inn at beautiful Manitou Beach, Saskatch-
ewan. It was a splendid atmosphere enjoyed by many knit-
ters for 12 years, until the location was sold in 2012. During
those years, participants who attended regularly developed
such strong bonds of friendship that Wendy Toye, founder
of the Saskatchewan Stitches Conference and the Knitting
Retreats, was determined to keep these friendships strong
by quickly finding a new location. After much research, the
newly renovated guest wing at the historic St. Peters Abbey
in Muenster, Saskatchewan, would become the new home
for this much sought-after event.
As one of todays hottest hobbies, knitting is recognized

to be healing and therapeutic. Not only does this creative
pastime give us self-confidence and a feeling of accomplish-
ment, it allows us to use our time effectively and create
wonderful handmade heirlooms. You can learn this age old
Wendy Toye art in just a few minutes and have a lifelong pastime that will
Haus of Stitches give you hours of pleasure.
626 Main Street
Humboldt, Saskatchewan The Haus of Stitches Knitting Retreat weekend is an inspira-
www.hausofstitches.ca tional journey through mentoring, sharing of ideas and tech-
1.800.344.6024 niques that develop skills and creativity, and lots of fun! z
Photos courtesy of Wendy Toye.

Saskatchewan Stitches Conference
2014 Quilt Block Challenge
C onference participants were given a generous fat

quarter of the Robert Kaufman Jewels of India fabric
and challenged to make a 10-inch block using only
that fabric or adding one other, if desired.
The result was amazing creativity. We received 67 entries
in total from across Canada and the U.S.
Participants had the choice of having their blocks
returned to them or donating them to be made into a
quilt at the end of the exhibit. All but a few blocks were
donated and will be made into a quilt or two and given
to the Saskatchewan Prairie Women on Snowmobiles
to use as a fund raiser on a future tour. Prairie Women
on Snowmobiles is a non-profit organization whose
annual mission is breast cancer awareness events, the
most commonly diagnosed cancer in Canadian women
and the second most common cause of cancer death
in women. Prairie Women on Snowmobiles have
contributed 100% of the funds raised in the past 14
missions to the Canadian Cancer Society, providing more
than $2 million in support of breast cancer research. z
The blocks were on exhibit at the 2014 Saskatchewan

Stitches Conference and were judged in the following
7 categories:
technique learned at the Saskatchewan Stitches Conference
original pieced design
traditional pieced design
machine appliqu block
hand appliqu block
paper pieced block
innovative design
87
Woolly Canadian Mementoes
T
he Ontario Hooking Craft Guild (OHCG) members
have been busy making rugs for each of the 41 coun-
tries participating in the Pan/Parapan Am Games in
Toronto this summer.
It was a news article about the 2000 Pan Am Games, where
the Native Women of Manitoba and Saskatchewan had
sewn Star Blankets as gifts for each participating country,
that inspired OHCG member, Lorna Atkins, to follow suit.
Her request to the OHCG Board to make rugs as gifts for
each of the participating countries for the 2015 Games was
welcomed and approved with much enthusiasm.
Members were asked to submit a 16" x 20" design con-
taining Canadian content, with a goal to produce at least
41 rugs. Thereafter, twelve designs were sent in, and 64
rugs were hooked by OHCG members. Whether members
worked alone or in groups, they worked with a great sense
of community from across the province.
Different takes on each design made a splendid display at
the OHCG 2014 Annual in Oshawa. There was a ceremon-
ial presentation made to the Toronto 2015 Ignite commit-
tee, whose purview is to encourage community involve-
ment in the Games. The rugs will be handed over to Ignite
when the Games Village is ready for their display. z
Maureen McIlwain
Multi Media Manager,
Ontario Hooking Craft Guild
Toronto, Ontario Photos courtesy of Maureen McIlwain
for Pan/Parapan Am Games 2015
OHCG members from
communities across Ontario
get involved, and deliver
heart-warming results.
To see all the rugs made for the 2015 Games, visit:
https://sites.google.com/site/ontariohookingcraftguild/
panam/panam-rugs-from-ohcg-members

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A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD

I had a milestone birthday last year. I was

A NEEDLE PULLING THREAD spring 2015 3

CONTENTS 58 Joanne Gatenby

60 70 Monica Denise Smith

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Baby Crochet Crochet Cool Yo-Yo Crafts

Wedding Crochet 500 Crochet UP, DOWN, ALL-AROUND STITCH DICTIONARY

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3. Fold in half wrong sides together the Accent bunny

Instruction photos by Wendy Burton.

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Visit our blog at

I also thought it would a be pity to have to

I started to imagine how this fabric could be

As if playing with this fabric wasnt thrilling

Other than that, it is up to these very creative

In this issue, therefore, are their thoughts and

See the finished quilts in our next issues of QUILTsocial

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materials & equipment provided by

My supplies of tools and fabric for the challenge

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Hexagon Template Set

The Jelly Monster template

The Pfaff Creative 4.5

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Carla issued a challenge to Jennifer (one of the QUILTsocial

I chose a solid grey to add to the Tim Holtz fabric

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Some fabric was not directional More cuts

Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby Royale with embroidery unit attached

Photos by Elaine Theriault

Prairie Points are not just for quilts.

the strap 5. Lay the 2nd strap piece, right sides

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Quilting Embroidery Knitting Crochet

indulge your passion

Quilting is our passion...make it yours.

PFAFF Creative 4.5Sewing/Embroidery Machine

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Happy Spring ...eggs

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quilting & stitching

Layers pinned together and thread selection made

2. Stitch around the raw edge of each

Quilts by Jen Other mug rugs by Jennifer including the Maple

15. Press the ring up from the gathered sides.

Instruction photos by Nancy Devine.

If you want a bowl to keep your

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D o you knit with a chart? I do. I love charts.

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Instruction photos by Luigina Baratto

component of garment finishing

There are many kinds of seams a knitter can use to put

shape despite repeated sitting and standing.

Instruction photos courtesy of Cynthia MacDougall.

needles & sizes

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difference between 4 issues of A Needle Pulling Thread magazine

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