August 10, 2009
Sew Many Threads to Follow, One Monthly Newsletter
The popularity of this little email newsletter continues to astound me. We now have over 2000 active subscribers! Thank you for taking the time to read my newsletter and participate on the website. This truly is the best embroidery community online with some of the nicest people I've ever met. Do I say it enough? Thank YOU! You are the best!
If you were around when we hit the 1000 mark last August, you'll remember that I celebrated by sharing a coupon. So this time here's a coupon for 40% Off the Regular Price of One Item at Joann.com (Code: JULYA940)
that expires on August 15th. Enjoy!
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August 10, 2009
Table of Contents- Sewing Circle -- Embroidery Shopping Questions
- To the Point -- Advice on How to Buy Embroidery
- Words of Wisdom
- Find of the Month -- Cross Stitch Tote Bag Pattern
Sewing Circle
Did you enjoy making the honeybee pattern last month? There have been some busy bees buzzing around the blog:Micha bought some beautiful embroidered huck towels and shared a picture with us. She wasn't sure if they were hand embroidered, but I assured her that they are.
One stitcher is looking for 6.5 mesh waste canvas and having trouble finding it. Where do you like to shop for embroidery supplies?
Lori needs some advice about what type of embroidery machine to buy so that it will work with her computer. Do you have any experience? Please share your advice!
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To the Point
In my area there are a lot of yard sales, craft shows, and fairs going on at this time of year. If you are buying embroidery there are some important points to keep in mind. Embroidery is more valuable over time if it is signed and dated. Expect to pay a higher price for something with fine detail that required a higher amount of skill to produce. Also, if the piece has a stain, assume that it is permanent and expect to pay a lower price. You also need to carefully inspect any framing and decide if it will need to be redone. Poor frame techniques can damage embroidery, and glue could completely destroy it over time. Consider all of this while hunting for a bargain and calculating a reasonable price.Words of Wisdom
If the shoe fits, get another one just like it.Find of the Month
This month I have a free cross stitch pattern to share with you. It's a .pdf file from Charles Craft. Since we've been talking about shopping, it's a shopping bag or canvas tote bag perfect for students or teachers. Make a first class cross stitch tote bag for the special teacher or student in your life and wish them a successful year of study!You're Invited: Please share your stitching stories, ideas, words of wisdom, find of the month, or questions. Just reply to this newsletter and tell me what you think! I'd love to hear from you.
The most interesting feedback will be shared in next month's issue!
Happy Stitching,
Amy Conaway