Hello everyone Hope you are well and that those of you in Florida USA are safe and secure after hurricane Irma - I know that many of you are without power and hope that things return to normal very soon. This week it is my 290th blog post and I think that deserves a little… Continue reading 290 Blog Posts!
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Sharing is caring
Hello everyone This week I would love to share with you a little something that I think you will love, to show you that I care and in the hopes that it inspires you to do something similar. Embroidery on clothing is big news at present - you will see it in selected shops and… Continue reading Sharing is caring
Original Embroidery For Sale
Hello Everyone I have had numerous requests asking if I would sell my original pieces of embroidery. I tend to be a bit reluctant to let go of my originals, but after much consideration I have decided that it is time to let some of them go. I am pleased to let you know that… Continue reading Original Embroidery For Sale
Class in Verona Italy
Hello Everyone Hope you are all well and enjoying your summer holidays. This week I would like to share with you part 3 of the Italy trip, the class in Verona. As you probably know Verona is the home of the Shakespeare play Romeo & Juliet, and a visit to the lovely town of Verona… Continue reading Class in Verona Italy
New Shipping Rates
Hello everyone Hope your week is going well? I am delighted to share with you that as of today we are able to offer very reduced shipping rates by Worldwide Express Courier in the Online Shop. Your embroidery goods can now be tracked online and will arrive within 5 - 8 days wherever you are… Continue reading New Shipping Rates
Embroidery in Italy
Hello everyone This week I would like to continue with the Italy adventures, share some of the beautiful pieces of embroidery done by the ladies of the Arco embroidery association, and talk a bit about embroidery in Italy. Embroidery or Ricamo, as it is known in Italian, is not new to the Italians - it… Continue reading Embroidery in Italy
Arco Embroidery Association
Hello Everyone As you know I have just returned from a trip to Italy and there is too much to tell in one blog post so I am going to share it in stages. This week I will give you a brief summary of our trip leading up to my visit to the embroidery association… Continue reading Arco Embroidery Association
Back from Italy
Hello everyone I am back from Italy, it was the most amazing trip and I have so much to share with you over the next few weeks! Just a quick note to let you know that the shop is now open: Till next time wherever you are in the world, keep smiling and happy stitching.… Continue reading Back from Italy
Shop on vacation
Hello everyone Hope this finds you well? Just a reminder that the shop will be closing next week on 28th June, last orders will be processed on the 29th. The shop will be closed for the month of July as I will be away in Europe, teaching and on vacation with my family. I will… Continue reading Shop on vacation
Chloe the cat is here!
Hello everyone Hope this week finds you well? Cape town is in the midst of gale force winds and torrential rain at the moment so I am wrapped up warm in my studio with all the windows tightly closed. Hopefully the power does not go off.......... This week I am delighted to tell you… Continue reading Chloe the cat is here!
