Changing the Color Palette Punchneedle Patterns

I am thrilled to share with you how Kathy the owner of Wool and Goods, LLC of Rollingsford,  NH change the color palette of 3 of my punchneedle patterns

 

...I just love them!!!!

 

As a designer I am always encouraging fellow stitcher's to change suggested colors in one of my patterns to make it their very own. Below are photos of the original pattern that I worked on the left and on the right how Kathy changed it up...

 

 The first sample Kathy created..."Parchment Petals" ...love the brighter colors taking the piece from fall tones to spring tones. Finished with a matching frame.

 
 

The second sample is "Goldfinch and Thistles" Oh, just love the blue variegated colors in the background with the rose color thistles....

 

The final sample Kathy created was "Bleeding Heart Blush". I designed it as a small pillow, Kathy framed it with hand dyed yarn around the outside..just a little different twist.

 

 I hope these three samples will encourage you the next time when you select our your next project to try something different, maybe different colors or how you present the finial piece.

 

 

New Wool Applique Pattern Release Whispering Violet Candlemat

 

 

 

 

Whispering Violets" was created with a rich textured background with hand dyed violets and leaves.  A perfect piece to make for Easter or Mother's Day centerpiece or give as a gift.

The pattern also includes a matching Candlewrap Bonus Pattern. The wrap fits a 4 1/2" candle. The pattern can easily be adjusted to fit other size candles. A quick and easy project to make up a few for giving this spring season. A classic look that may be displayed all year round.

 

This pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

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New Spring Wool Applique Pattern...Garden Basket

 

"Garden Basket" is a versatile pattern that extends the opportunity to use a combination of textured patterns and hand dyed wool for this applique project. Created in lush rose colors and accent with dusty olives. We used variegated Valdani three strand floss to bring out the colors of the flowers.

   

This pattern is available at many of the fine shops listed in blog on the left hand column.

 

 

Please respect the designer..all patterns and photos in this blog are copyright and may not be copied.

New Pattern Release "Country Friends" Wool Applique Sheep & Rabbits

 

"Country Friends"

Wool Applique Sewing Kit Collection

4 Projects in 1 Pattern

 

 

 

"Country Friends" is a versatile pattern that extends the opportunity to use a combination of Wool and Homespun fabrics for this applique project...it may also be done in just wool.

The pattern includes 4 patterns in 1.  The sample designs above show the pattern made up as pillows, but could easily be made into individual Wallhangings.

 

This Pattern may be purchased at many of the fine shops listed in this blog.

 

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Wool Applique Gift or Ditty Bags featuring "Tweets 4 You" Sweet Song Birds

 "Tweets" 4 You 

Gift Twig Bag /Cupboard Door Hangers

4 Patterns in 1

 

 

"Tweets 4 You"  a special little wool applique bag for every season. Perfect for bird lovers with little Tweet featured on each bag.

 

 

This pattern may be purchased from many of the shops listed in our blog.

 

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New 2014 Wool Applique Pattern "Sheep Oasis" Plus Willow Tree Twig Bag

 "Sheep Oasis"

 

A new spring wool applique pattern that includes a Table Runner and Twig Bag. Both were done in rich color textured wools. It was accented with variegated Valdani Threads. What a wonderful way to introduce a little Spring into your decor all year round.

 

 

This Bag would be perfect to display on a ole Cupboard Door with Pussy Willows and some daffodils. A classic look that may be displayed all year round.

 

 

This pattern may be purchased from many of the fine shops listed in our blog.

 

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Flocking Crows New 2014 Wool Applique Runner or Wallhanging Pattern

New  "Flocking Crows"

Wool Applique Wallhanging or Tablerunner

 

 

"Flocking Crows" is a versatile pattern that can be used as a Wallhanging or Tablerunner.  It has even been suggested it would be great to use as a Valence.

This whimsical piece showcases a flock of Crows flying through a field of Sunflowers.Perfect for the Primmie Country look to the traditional decor. Just a lot of fun to stitch on a cold winter eve. We used Valdani Threads for a nice variegated look to the piece.

This is large piece so we have included below a close-up of the center of the runner.

 

 

This pattern is available at many of the fine shops listed in our blog.

 

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Two Ole Country Crows New 2014 Punchneedle Pattern

"Two Ole Country Crows"

 

 

Though you see Crows all year around..I just love watching them in the winter, they are so striking against the snow.  Did you know they are family oriented. Mom and Dad mate for life and even after the offspring are mature that stay together as a family. It has been said, the offspring will help Ma and Pa Crow with other new siblings in the nest.

 

This new punchneedle design makes me smile, I just wonder what they are talking about..maybe the grandkids or where the next field of Sunflowers are for good eats.

 

This piece was created in Valdani variegated 3 stand thread. To display my design work I placed it on a wood box that was distressed and finished with a mustard milk paint. Perfect to recipe cards or a small stash of sewing items.

 

 

You may purchase this pattern at many of the fine shops listed in my blog.

 

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This patterns and photos in this blog are copyrighted...please respect the designer. Thank you

 

A Wooly Winter Adventure

 

 

A week or so ago, I finally went on a must needed vacation to New England to visit my family and had some good ole fashion bonding. Lots of great food, laughs and and even some sightseeing.

 

Day 1  

Burr... left home it was 5 below and the windchill was 26 below. Sure wasn't going to be a tropical vacation.

 

 

My first stop was at The Quilted Crow in historic, Boxborough Mass.

Just a lovely and quaint New England town.

When I arrived is was sunny and a a toasty 5 Degrees.  Had a wonderful visit with Sue Loring and her staff.

 

 

The shop is just filled with all sorts of goodies for the quilter to the handstitcher. Of course I gravitated to the punchneedle area and the wool. MMM..great a hand dyed wool selection. Just had to fill up my shopping basket with some lush new colors to add to my stash and some new Valdani thread. A new project is on the way with my finds.

 If you look closely you will see some of my patterns on display..and yes, even some samples.

 

         How charming a ole trunk filled with a lush assortment of colors..

Lots of samples throughout the store. If you are in the Boxborough area...I recommend that you stop in the store..did I mention lots of great cottons and Japanese fabrics.  

 

After a fun time at the shop continued my drive to Gloucester Mass through Lexington and the battle fields. Did I forget to mention my timing was not perfect I hit Boston rush hour...I finished the last hour of my trip white knuckling up the coastline. OK, maybe I was a little out of practice driving in lots of traffic..being I live in a small town in upstate NY. Arrived just in town just in town for a beautiful sunset at the beach. Sorry, no photos just to cold to get out and take photos.

 

Day 2

Sis and I hand a wonderful day in town going to art galleries, gift and antiques shops. How much fun. Then off to drive along the Cape Ann coastline, it is just beautiful in the winter, without all the foliage you really can see so much more, from frozen marshes to the wonderful ole homes with stone walls. Just a peaceful day finished with a belated Christmas Exchange of Gifts with the family.

 

Day 3 

 

3 Generations of  the gals in the family packed up and headed up to New Hampshire to visit Kathy at Wool and Goods. I was in awe of the Wall of Wool. Lots of textures and hand dyes, Kathy;s shop was wonderful..lots of samples of hooked rugs, wool applique and punchneedle.

The shop is located in an ole textile mill in Rollingsford NH.

It was wonderful to see some of my designs done up in different color combos. But the highlight of her shop was the Fish hooked rug below...Love it, Love it. On my bucket list for this year to learn to hook.

 

Wall of Wool...this photo is only a small section, floor to ceiling...

Lots of samples...but to busy shopping to take more photos. Fabulous store..will be back...if in the area it is a must stop and visit shop.

 

Off to lunch across the river to a quaint local restaurant..great seafood..my favorite. Then some antique shopping.

 

Then it was time to head off to Maine to go to.... Camp Wool 

in Kennybunk. Meet with LeAnn the owner of the shop, it was great finally meeting her in person and do some shopping of course. The store is just packed with wool, more wool , velvets, and lots of Valdani threads and next to wool my next favorite thing in life is antiques. Kennybunk is filled with wonderful historical New England Town. The Old Painted Ladies Victorian Homes that were outstanding.

 

Love the primmie penny rugs on display

 

 

 more samples

 

 

and more samples..even one of my patterns made up.

 

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 Here is just a small corner of Antiques....great place to go if in the area.

 

We gals were then off to antique shops, the Kittery Mall and finished back in Gloucester with
Chinese dinner. Wow, it was a busy day. Lots of laughs and just a wonderful day of 3 generation of women bonding.

 

Day 4

Spent the day baking with my great niece...mmm Cheesecake and Zucchini Bread. What did I do wrong, I shared old family recipes and off the bake goods went to a party. Not a morsel left for her Grandma and Aunt to nibble on. Did hear the next day the goodies were a hit with her friends.

 

Day 5

Off to do more antique shops in Essex..one of my favorite towns.

 

Day 6  

We all packed up one day and went to the Boston Aquarium, my 3 great nephews had so much fun petting the Rays. I even had to save one from jumping in the pool with them. Forgot how busy boys are. LOL. The Aquarium was wonderful, I think I enjoyed it as much as the boys.

 

 

Day 7

 Bass Rocks is always a stopping point before heading out of town. It was a great vacation and looking forward to going back soon.

 

 

 

 

 

New 2014 release... Sewing Crow 4 Needful Wool Applique Projects in 1 Pattern

 

New "Sewing Crows"

Wool Applique Sewing Kit Collection

4 Projects in 1 Pattern

 

"Sewing Crow"  is filled with 4 needful  projects that include:

• Rotary Cutter Case
• Crow Pin Cushion
• Sewing Kit Case w/ a Needle Case and Scissor Fob
• Small Wallhanging

The pattern includes; a three dimensional Crow Pincushion that can be displayed on a wood finial or a wood spool. I used Valdani threads to give a nice variegated look to the stitching.

 

 

This pattern may be purchased at many of our fine shops listed in this blog.

 

Gentle Reminder: All patterns and photos in this blog are copyrighted, please respect the designer

 

 

 

New Pattern Release Cardinals Chattering Wool Applique Wall Hanging

 

 

 

"Cardinals Chattering"

.... is a brand new pattern release..and I am so excited with the final results..I really wanted to look real and I think I achieved it. Found the perfect wool from Weeks Dye Works, I used Merlot houndstooth for the Cardinals and Spruce houndstooth for the pine needles. The tree trunk and branches I used a rich dark and mottled hand dye wool. When I finished this week...we were just getting our first snow fall..oh, snow clinging to the pine branches..but no Cardinals...so at least for now I have my wallhanging.

 

This pattern will be available at many of the shops listed in my blog, stop by their stores or visit their online shops to order this pattern, today.

 

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New Pattern Release Birds in Bloom Wool Applique Wall Hanging

 

"Birds in Bloom" 

"Birds in Bloom"  is true reflection of my love of all things from the past, it has a rich antique folk art feel to it. The design was created using rich hand dyed and textured wools. 

 

This pattern is available at many of the shops listed in my blog, be sure to visit or call them to day to  order this  new released pattern.

 

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New Punchneedle Pattern Release " Meadow Wanderings"

 

A few weeks ago I went out antiquing and found this wonderful ole Dresser Box, it was really grungy. With a little help from my beloved we refinished, distressed it and look at it now! I just love to use milk paint..and add a little stain to give it a wonderful patina.

 

From the minute I found it I knew I had to convert it to a sewing box. It looked kinda sad when all finished..so I designed my lastest release to be proudly displayed on the top of the box.

 

"Meadow Wanderings"...

 

It was created with a combination of Valdani and DMC floss, done in rich dark colors, it has a great antqiue look to it...

 

This pattern will be offered in many of your favorite shops in the next week or so. Check out the shops listed in my blog to order Meadow Wanderings today.

 

I am planning to do a complentary Wool Applique Runner to go with it.  Watch in early January 2014 for the release of the pattern 

 

 

 

 

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Snowman Wool Applique Series featuring Sandie & Sammie Snow plus Wool Mitten Garland

 

We are pleased to introduce The "Snow Family" collection of Wool Applique Snowman Patterns. All were created using Hand Dyed and Textured Wools.

 

The first pattern we are offering is "Sammie Snow" Snowman Guy Wall Hanging. He measures 12" by 19 1/2". I just love the gray background that is called Birch and the red is Merlot by Weeks Dye Works. We used Valdani 3 strand cotton floss through the project.

 

The second pattern is "Sandie Snow" and includes Snowfolk Mitten Garland.  Sandi mat is 13" in diameter. The garland was done in a variety of wools from my stash..just so primmie. Perfect to hang on the mantle...or make it really long and hang on your tree. The mittens would even be a fun project for young helping hands.

 

Both of these patterns may be purchased a the fine stores listed in our blog.

 

Keep watching our blog..as the "Snow Family" is growing...we will be offering more patterns featuring Sammie & Sandie's Kids.

 

Special Note: Please respect the designer..all patterns and photos in this blog are copyrighted.

Song Bird Punchneedle Collection

It has been a busy summer punching and stitching. We are thrilled to be offering our latest Punchneedle Collection. The theme is my favorite...sweet little Song Birds. We have mounted them on primmie wood paddles, that my beloved made for me. Each pattern includes the template to make your own paddle..or maybe put on the Honey Dew list.
 
The Series includes:

• Fall Sunflower Songs
• Winter Snow Tunes
• Spring Blud Bird Melody
• Summer Patriotic Ballads

All are done using 3 Strand Valdani Cotton Balls with accents of DMC. What a wonderful set to get for yourself or a gift for a friend. These patterns maybe be purchased from the fine stores listed on our blog.

Gentle Reminder: Please respect the designer....All patterns and photos on this blog are copyrighted.

New Punchnedle Series Song Bird Paddles Vol One Sunflower Songs

New Series Song Bird Paddles

"Sunflower Songs"

 

 

 

"Sunflower Songs" is the first of a new folk Art Song Bird Series. The pattern comes on weavers cloth and even the template to make the paddle. It was done with Valdani Cotton 3 strand floss with accents done in DMC. This new series at this point will be a series of 6 patterns. In late August we will be releasing  the Winter Pattern. All will be the same size and featured on a wooden paddle.

This pattern is available from the fine shops listed in my blog.

 

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Winter Flight New Winter 2013 Punchneedle Folk Art Bird Ditty Twig Bag

 

"Winter Flight"

 

"Winter Flight"  is a sweet little Folk Art Bird complete with a Winter scarf to keep him warm and toasty during the cold winter months. This little ditty or twig bag maybe displayed from the holidays through the long winter months.

 The pattern comes on weavers cloth and instructions for how to make the little bag.  We used a cheery red wool for the backer and handle  It was done with Valdani Cotton 3 strand floss with accents done in DMC.

This pattern is available from the fine shops listed in my blog.

 

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New 2013 Fall Wool Applique Patterns Sunflowers & Autumn Leaves

It has been a hot and humid summer so far in the N.E...I have been just sitting in the AC stitchen away. I hate to think that summer will end..but I know the vivid colors of fall are just a few months away. My latest patterns were inspired by a new shipment of fall wools and some yearning for cooler days. I hope you enjoy the results.

"Sunflower Daze"

Wool Applique Wall Hanging  

      

Sunflower Daze is busting with rich end of summer colors that will brighten you home right through fall.  Our sample was done in a combination of hand dyes, solids and texture to give it more dimension. 

 

"Rustling Leaves"

Wool Applique Table  Runner  

       

This piece was so much fun...digging though my stash of rich fall colors..of course I had to go to the local shop to buy more..now you know that my addidiction is "WooL". I made this think of using it as a table mat..but I might change my mind and turn it into a pillow..it would be a perfect addition to my couch..what do you think?

Of course these featured  patterns and many of my other patterns are avaiable at the shops listed on my blog.

 

Please respect the designer as all patterns in this blog are copyrighted by Crane Design

Other Favorite Fall Applique Patterns 

from Crane Design

 

 Table Runners to Candlemats to Ditty Bags to Halloween Patterns

 

Please respect the designer as all patterns in this blog are copyrighted by Crane Design

 

 

 

 

Walk through the Garden

Dilly Farms Gardens

I took a break yesterday from stitching, knowing the weeds were over taking the garden. To avoid weeding I took a stroll and decided to take some photos. It was just a beautiful day..no rain, nice and breezy. I even had some of my furry friends that came along.

This is just a small view of the entire garden...stone paths layed by my Beloved, that meander through out the gardens. It really is full and lush this year from all the rain.

 

 

Miss Ribbons

"Mom" Look what I found!!!!

 

The clematis is just in full bloom..might be an interesting subject for a pattern down the line.

 

 

 

Mr Newton

"Yea, were here to weed..I found plenty for you to do Mom"

 

 

 

The hostas are huge this year...this is one of my favorites it is called Stain Glass

 

 

 

So many of my hosta's are getting chewed up..just maybe I found the source of the trouble.

 

Ms Sofie

 

Our newest addition to the farm..she just showed up a few weeks ago. Why do people just drop thier cats in the country and think that is ok? She is adjusting and making new friends. Did I mention I believe she is with children...probably in 9 weeks there will be more kitties at the farm. Oh, Joy!!!

 

Of course she pointed out more weeds to pull.

 

 

 

What is more beautiful? The delicate flowers or???

 

 

...or the lushes leaves...I think I like the leaves the best!!

 

 

Ms Ginger

"Here is more weeds Mom...get to weeding, I need to take a nap!!!!"

 

 

 

The last of June Flowers " Perennial Bachelor Buttons " The garden a few weeks ago was just a blaze of blue with oriental irris and the Bachelor Buttons.

 

 

Welcome Summer with cheerful " Evening Primrose"

 

 

Our Garden Protector, hope you enjoyed a stroll though the garden. Off to weeding.