There’s a holiday for everything under the sun and crafting is no exception. March is National Craft Month, a time to celebrate and honor the craft and hobby industries [...]
Florentine Needle Case FREE Embroidery Design
March 8, 2009 By 3 Comments
This FREE embroidery design by Sue Kerndt is the perfect gift for your favorite needle artist. It consists of a 4-way Bargello pattern in subtle colors with a cream or white background. Sue, a former needlepoint instructor of mine and a renowned designer is well-known for her delightful and unique creations [...]
Traditional Bargello
March 8, 2009 By Leave a Comment
This brief history of Florentine canvas work or traditional Bargello needlepoint is filled with many surprises and added bonuses including 26 patterns and project ideas. Dorothy Phelan writes from extensive personal experience crafting beautiful and unusual embroidered items [...]
What Is Bargello Needlepoint?
March 7, 2009 By 12 Comments
Needlepoint has a rich history that dates back to the 16th century. Bargello needlepoint is said to have originated in Florence, Italy and is known as Florentine Embroidery or Byzantine needlework. It is distinguished for its use of straight, mostly [...]
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