Welcome to Cinderella's Blog
Perhaps a better name would be Journal or News. I chose B.L.O.G.—who knew that “word” would become traditional? The good news is “Quilting” will always be universally recognized no matter what language we translate. We’ll still be searching for creative ways to express quilt art and new locations to shop for essentials. We desire inspirational instructors, exciting fabrics and especially quality THREADS—the glue! Our support network of quilters through satellite groups, guilds, and communities is vibrant (especially here, on Vancouver Island, BC). Join me as I share how-to articles on Threads and techniques, quilting events, profiles on fabric artists, natural things of beauty and general interest to curious and resourceful stitchers! ...Cindy Scraba (Cinderella)
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Hand Embroidered Cards for Stitch-a-holics
Posted by cindy on Saturday, December 25th, 2010
Here are my TIPS on how to take one design and create unique hand-stitched cards using different and exciting Threads while re-purposing other materials. I hope you will receive the generous gesture of hand-stitched cards this Christmas and beyond..
This tree design was stitched with Gold Crown #253 Razzle Dazzle--a thicker Thread "fills" a simple design and makes a bolder statement. The red embossed cardstock provides extra texture. The gold foil border was repurposed from another card--you save cards, don't you?
Sterling Silver #252 Razzle Dazzle for retro appeal.
Irish Eyes #254 Razzle Dazzle is an elegant traditional Thread choice.
These glitzy dream catchers were stitched by my Satellite Group in a recent class with Shirley-Ann Abernethy of Port Alberni, BC. (dream catcher designer unknown)
Threads: Metallics™, Glitters™, Rainbows™, wooly yarn, embellished with beads and various frames for keeping or giving.
...more on this addictive stitching topic, after I enjoy a cup of hot apple cider and a bike ride in the rain!
Cinderella
Cindy Scraba (cindysthreadworks.com)
See my next Blog using more intricate designs to challenge you further...
Comments
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What a nice way to use up threads I have and didn't know I could use another way. Thanks for this idea. Do you offer classes?by mary on 29 December 2010 at 10:09 a.m.
