"Inspirations Magazine"

Inspirations #23 The Magic of Herbs - Dainty set of three pillows combining sweet smelling herbs and stunning embroidery The Creative Needle - A cottage garden embroidered on a ticking needlecase Small Wonders - Unique beetle created with the goldwork technique of Or Nue' Wild Rose - Six rose scented sachets with exquisite French braids Cornucopia - Colourful tablecloth inspired by traditional embroidery found in Zimbabwe Bunny Love - Cosy wool run emblazoned with four cute bunnies Tara - Elegant framed embroidery for the romantic at heart Illusions Classical white linen blouse with matching coathanger Peace on Earth - Whimsical santa to bring Christmas joy to your home Stitch Book - Step-by-Step Photographs and instructions Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #25 What an issue!  Lot's of goodies for wool embroidery, silk ribbon embroidery and silk flowers and the prettiest silk ribbon embroidered purse you've ever seen. Birdsong - Birds from an English garden exquisitely rendered on a cosy wool blanket Imagine - Nostalgic embroidery for a cute baby romper Nine Lives - Cheerful johnny jump-ups upon a cosy hot water bottle cover Faithful Companion - Three beautiful and practical canvas worked scissor pillows Just Desserts - Organza table throw and carry bag with deliciously appliqued cakes Life's Journey - Colourful Birth sampler to celebrate a momentous occasion Wild Swan - Attractive egg ornament using a traditional technique of temari Nostalgia - Exquisite silk and lace evening purse with ribbon flowers Stitch Book - Seven pages of step-by-step photographs and instructions for Mitered ribbon leaf, Rhodes Stitch on canvas, Tent stitch on canvas, Straight gobelin Stitch, Twisted Chain Stitch, Blanket Stitch, Long and short blanket stitch, detached blanket stitch, and hand applique. Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #26 "Love These Bears!!!!  Come enjoy a journey of blanket stitch roses, wool embroidered bears, needlepoint & bullion roses, stumpwork butterflies, silk ribbon embroidered roses, and an Heirloom Sewn Dress for sizes girls 3-5. Julia's Rose - Elegant standard rose with colourful stitched border Devoted Friends - Six of Jenny McWinney's delightful bears, part one of a two part series Forever & Ever - Special needlepoint picture frame with surface embroidery Papillon - Award winning stumpwork butterflies for the collector Nimble Fingers - Exquisite needlecase giving you a special place for your needles Ribbons and Lace - Delicate special occasion dress of organza and lace Delicate Pleasures - Beautiful linen handkerchief and sachet with tatted edging Stitch Book - Seven pages of step-by-step photographs and instructions Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #29 Rock A Bye Baby - A nostalgic Baby Blanket with Rocking horse Bouquet of Flowers - Exquisite pansy blanket Damselfly - A Masterpiece in stumpwork Daisy Chains - To beautiful daisy cushions Nature's Jewels - Unique gardening apron Little Beauties - Adorable baby outfits Perfection - Delicate ribbon roses The Beehive Needlecase - Quick and easy needlebook Stitch Book - Five pages of step-by-step photographs and instructions Price $13.50 Quantity requested

We found the book that inspired "Damselfly"

Stumpwork Dragonflies by Jane Nicholas You've seen her work in the latest Inspirations #29, now get a whole book of these beauties to make.  Using hand painted or dyed silk organza, you embroider the veins and edges to create some unusual adornments for your clothing or decorations.  Can be made into pins or just attach to your projects with a few hand stitches or (heaven forbid) a glue gun. Price $24.95 Quantity requested

Inspirations #30 Magnificent stool Cute and friendly embroider cat Cuddly blanket for cat lovers Teddy bear applique makeup bag Easy canvas work Great competition coming Brazilian embroidery made easy Learn to decorate your clothes Seven pages step-by-step photographs and stitching instruction Dream Weaver Lucinda liftout pattern--stuffed cat Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #31 Another delightful and inspiring issue from Australia, with many exciting embroidery projects as well as a continuation of a series of techniques and designs of stumpwork insects (the latest craze to hit Australia). Narcissus - Elegant cutwork daffodil evening bag The Formal Garden - Detached chain topiary trees Antique Gold - Lavishly beaded evening bag Liberty - Unique stumpwork cricket Little Imp - Colorful library bag - Shaded Satin Stitch Clowns Golden Threads - Exquisite needlebook Angel Child - White Waffle Pique Toddler dress with gingham frill, matching knickers, embroidered mushrooms and daisies - 12mos-24mos The Four Seasons - Tiny pictures portraying each season Stitch Book Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #34 Safe Keeping - Double sided stumpwork pinwheel Midnight Feast - Two thread painted mice enjoying a midnight feast on a blanket Moments in time - An elegant Madeira worked guest towel Blue Heaven - Pretty coat hanger with ribbon pansies and shadow worked bow Silken Touch - Elegant little strawberries trimmed with crystals and embroidery Gift of Flowers - A beautiful embroidery accessory with pockets for needles and scissors Baby World - Two gorgeous day gowns decorated with embroidery & lace Bath Time - Charming Baby towels with matching face washers Stepping Out - Dalmatian puppies stitched on a winter white coat Price $13.50 Quantity requested

Inspirations #35 Home Sweet Home - Two little sewing accessories to house your thimble and tape measure Eternal Rose - A paperweight decorated with exquisite embroidery Needles and Pins - Pin cushion with matching knitting needle bag Enchanted Moments - Ribbon rose decorate this graceful cushion Roses and Daisies - A Charming knee rug suitable for the beginner Baby Bunting - Gorgeous sleeping bag for your special baby Flower Child - Pretty and practical little girl's overall in gingham Leading Lady - Embroidered Ladies Blouse from a commercial pattern Price $13.50 Quantity requested

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Australian Embroidery, Beading & Cross Stitch Vol. 14 No. 1 A sensational stumpwork special with 10 elegant projects including a cross-stitch golden daffodils. Projects include: Camellia Japonica - a charming jewelry box cover - stumpwork Springs of lavender - Silk Ribbon Embroidery picture Scene Stealer - Gorgeous embellished bag in Barbola Embroidery Thoughts of Autumn - Hardanger, cross-stitch and beaded wall hanging Sarah's Posy - sweet Silk Ribbon embroidered bag Raspberry Sorbet - Scarf with drawn thread work, beading, silk ribbon and thread embroidery. Flitting Among the Flowers - Stumpwork picture Milk Jug Cover - Crocheted and beaded cover for your creamer Beaded to Charm - elegant broach to close your scarf Golden Daffodils - 32 count cross stitch sampler from DMC Price $8.95 Quantity requested

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