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on the loss of kathreen

Yesterday's tragic news about Kathreen of Whip Up, and her partner, has not left my mind since I read about it. Having had the privilege of welcoming Kathreen as a guest here on Wild Olive and to...

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register for the 2013 summer stitching club

Whether you're traveling, hanging out at the beach or poolside, taking in a ball game, or sipping some iced tea between activities, this summer, take some time to do some relaxing embroidery! The...

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printable: floss bobbin thread organizer

Over the years, I've crafted many ways to store and organize embroidery floss. Sometimes I think that I like the process of making these even more than using them. Now, I'm not going to make some...

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project: stitched hexagon fiber art

Being a collector is a dangerous business. You can accumulate so much stuff so fast. It's just as dangerous if you're a collector and a crafter, because you can lull yourself into thinking that the...

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review: sew pretty t-shirt dresses

Today I have the pleasure of being part of the blog tour for Sew Pretty T-Shirt Dresses! Sixth & Spring books sent me a copy to look over and try out and tell you about. Because I don't have kids,...

May 11, 2013 Like 4 people like this

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getting ready for summer stitching

I've been working on a little something for this summer. Actually it's a group of little somethings that will come together in a bigger something. I've been having a hard time keeping a secret, and...

May 9, 2013 Like 8 people like this

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project: simple embroidered mug rug with real quilt binding

Earlier this year I made my first real quilt. Sort of. I still have a hard time thinking of it as a real quilt because I made it the cheater way without a binding. It has been bugging me that I...

May 8, 2013 Like 14 people like this

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pattern: lily of the valley

Vintage embroidery patterns will always have a charm that just can't be compared with new patterns. I love the work of Sublime Stitching, Follow the White Bunny and many others, but vintage has...

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giveaway: knit simplicity

If you haven't already figured this out, I love handmade. Typically I aim for making things myself, but buying handmade has become part of what I do more and more. Life is busy, and we can't all be...

May 3, 2013 Like 2 people like this

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project and review: embroidered canvas photo wraps

Have you ever embroidered on a stretched canvas? Somehow I've managed to avoid it, though I'm not sure why. I've heard that it can be a little tricky, but a challenge is fun! With today's project,...

May 2, 2013 Like 8 people like this

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calendar: lily of the valley for may

Hello, May 1st! I'm a little startled to see you so soon. Had I known you would turn up now, I would have prepared a little more... I suppose there's no excuse for my being surprised to see May 1st...

May 1, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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project: animal pins

Although I haven't made any of the projects from yesterday's Stuffed Animals book review yet, it did get me inspired to make a few animals of my own to share. These are the kind of critters that...

May 1, 2013 Like 9 people like this

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book review: stuffed animals

Stuffed animals are treasured by young and old, and those of the handmade variety are even more special. But where do you start if you've never made a plush friend before? The world has an easy...

Apr 29, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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printable: hexagon cuties

For those who like hexagons, but don't sew, and for those who just can't get enough hexagons, this printable is for you. I took the embroidery pattern from the other day and colored it, and found...

Apr 26, 2013 Like 10 people like this

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project: felt and fabric hexagon accessories

I never get tired of making my own simple accessories, mainly because I can whip up something to go with anything, without spending a lot of time or money to do so. Today's projects fit the bill...

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pattern: hexagon embroidery

I've loved teeny tiny embroidery for a long time, so it seems like a perfection thing to combine with my new love of hexagons. In my shop I have several sets of teeny tiny patterns, but I've also...

Apr 24, 2013 Like 22 people like this

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project: hexagon striped towel

Here's the thing about English paper piecing hexagons: they are lovely to make and you want to make lots, but to construct a whole quilt from them is an overwhelming thought. While I'd like to...

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project: mini fabric donut pouch

Very often I do things backwards. For example, buying a supply and then figuring out why I need it or how I'll use it. Have you done that? I'm sure all creative folks do that. Something similar...

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putting a hex on you

The more I work with hexagons, the more I want to work with hexagons. And from what I've heard, I'm not the only one. In fact, I've heard from several folks that they are hooked on hexies and are...

Apr 22, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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printable: springy project life cards on kitschy digitals

A few years ago, before Project Life was around (or at least before it became popular), I made some spring journaling cards. I'm not sure about you, but I still like them, so I decided to update...

Apr 17, 2013 Like 12 people like this

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project: make hexagon stamps

Every so often I get the itch to carve a stamp or two. Thinking about hexagons has gotten me back in that mood again, because I saw in my mind a simple and versatile stamp opportunity! With a basic...

Apr 16, 2013 Like 31 people like this

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a monday stop at the donut shop

After a little break from creating new pattern and printable sets for the shop, I've finally gotten back to it! And I've started with some donuts. Or maybe doughnuts? No...donuts. This is just a...

Apr 15, 2013 Like 6 people like this

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stitch monthly with the studio mme embroidery club

Just a quick post today to let you know about a new stitching opportunity. Megan of Studio M.M.E. is launching her Embroidery of the Month Club on Monday! I just love her style, and how her...

Apr 13, 2013 Like 16 people like this

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starting a hexagon habit

Because I need another hobby, another mess, another work in progress, another anything, like I need a hole in the head, I made a conscious decision to start a hexagon habit. I've pretty much always...

Apr 11, 2013 Like 12 people like this

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when stitches mess with your head (and what you can do about it)

I did my first stitching when I was very young, picked it up at various times through my life, and really started seriously stitching about seven years ago. That's a lot of embroidery and a lot of...

Apr 10, 2013 Like 5 people like this

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pattern: the trees start whispering

I can hear the trees start whispering Their colours speak of change a’ coming The bluebird’s song is gone till spring And I sit here just waiting These are the words that start the title song of...

Apr 8, 2013 Like 15 people like this

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project: hand-worked eyelet towel loops

Yesterday I shared a new book with you and promised a project to accompany my newly learned skill of hand-working eyelets. It makes me feel so very accomplished, and I know you'll feel the same as...

Apr 4, 2013 Like 15 people like this

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book review: vogue/butterick guide to sewing

A few years ago, one of my New Year's goals was to master my fear of the sewing machine. The goal wasn't to get good at sewing, it was just to get over my fear. Well, I did a lot of sewing, but it...

Apr 3, 2013 Like 8 people like this

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janee is giving away an ipad mini

{{{Source | Pizzaz by Janee}}} Are you ready to be excited? Janee from Yellow Bird, Yellow Beard is doing something special. It's a really big, awesome, fantastical giveaway that you'll love. I'm...

Apr 2, 2013 Like 3 people like this

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on the loss of kathreen

register for the 2013 summer stitching club

printable: floss bobbin thread organizer

project: stitched hexagon fiber art

review: sew pretty t-shirt dresses

getting ready for summer stitching

project: simple embroidered mug rug with real quilt binding

pattern: lily of the valley

giveaway: knit simplicity

project and review: embroidered canvas photo wraps

calendar: lily of the valley for may

project: animal pins

book review: stuffed animals

printable: hexagon cuties

project: felt and fabric hexagon accessories

pattern: hexagon embroidery

project: hexagon striped towel

project: mini fabric donut pouch

putting a hex on you

printable: springy project life cards on kitschy digitals

project: make hexagon stamps

a monday stop at the donut shop

stitch monthly with the studio mme embroidery club

starting a hexagon habit

when stitches mess with your head (and what you can do about it)

pattern: the trees start whispering

project: hand-worked eyelet towel loops

book review: vogue/butterick guide to sewing

janee is giving away an ipad mini

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