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Learn how to create shading in Blackwork with this checkbook cover

Blackwork can be done on any countable ground, linen, needlepoint canvas, or evenweave fabric. It’s historic, easy and fresh.

In my new on-line class, beginning, August 1 (that’s in less than 2 weeks), you’ll learn Blackwork, whether on fabric or canvas, while making three charming accessories: a change purse, pictured above, a checkbook cover, and a photo album inset.

The class is done via email and Yahoo group, so you can take it at your own pace. You’ll pick your own fabric and thread, so the finished projects will be unique. In the Yahoo group there will be several bonus patterns created for the class.

In the class you’ll learn:

history of Blackwork
how to select the correct thread for Blackwork
methods for stitching Blackwork on different types of grounds
techniques for using overdyed and hand-dyed threads
three methods to transfer designs
shading
different types of fill patterns
Blackwork borders

The class is only $20. Participants will get all lessons, bonus patterns, and instructions in the Yahoo group and an opportunity to buy discounted ebook versions of my book, Blackwork Beauties, packed with more projects and patterns.

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Threads Kimono – Still Room

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Patt & Lee needlepoint kimono showcasing threads in on-line class by Janet Perry

Perhaps you’ve been sitting on the fence wondering about taking the new threads kimono class. Maybe you’ve been thinking the threads are too obscure and you won’t use them. Maybe you are thinking you don’t know enough needlepoint. Maybe you are afraid it will be too hard to use many of the threads.

Cast away your doubts and fears, this class is for you!

The threads are all ones you can buy in your local shop (I did) and are by many familiar manufacturers such as Rainbow Gallery, Caron Collection, and Threadworx. If you shop doesn’t carry a particular thread, they should be able to order it.

In order to showcase the threads and to give you a good feel for them, the stitches are easy. Except for one of the background choices, they are all variations of Tent Stitch. If you know how to do basic needlepoint, you know enough to take this class.

Threads are one of my great passions and through trial, error, and study, I have learned lots about them. This class is a chance for you to learn my tips for stitching with many kinds of threads, for learning how to substitute threads with ease and for learning more about threads and how they are made. It’s an exciting journey, come make it with me.

At the risk of sounding trite — Don’t delay, sign up today!

Those who prefer not to pay via PayPal should contact me.

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Textured Stitch Cyberclass

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blue stripe needlepoint textured stitch kimono from Patt and Lee Designs

learn lots of textured stitches for needlepoint in this cyberclass

Learning new stitches and making something lovely is a double win for needlepointers. When the canvas is as delightful as this little kimono from Patt & Lee Designs, that’s even better.

Patt and I are collaborating on a series of three classes for the three kimonos in this series. Each class will focus on a particular technique and will be suitable for both beginning and experienced stitchers. The textured stitch kimono is the first in the series and will begin, via email, April 1, 2010.

The class uses Patt’s canvas, Kreinik metallics and floss. Other thread options will be provided on request. Fourteen different stitches will be taught. Valuable extras in the class include information on stitch selection, stitch variations, and stitch dictionaries.

The cost for this special three-lesson class is $27.50, including the canvas and mailing in the US. It included membership in the Yahoo group set up for the class as well as a written evaluation of your stitching (details on that will be sent upon enrollment).

The size of the class is limited. You can sign up by clicking the PayPal button below. If you would like to take the class, but don’t use PayPal, please contact me. Once payment is received you will get an email with the materials list and will be sent the canvas.

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If you are outside the US, please note that in the payment, so we can make arrangements about the additional postage.

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Cyberworkshop from Orna Willis

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cirque du fleur needlepoint cyberclass from orna willis

Orna Willis has announced her first Cyberworkshop, Cirque du Fluer. This charming design features lots of Hilton Stitches, stitched ribbons, embellishments, and lovely geometric motifs. There are 8 lessons, coming out every two weeks.

There are three colorways, and options. You can buy the complete kit, purchase an additional colorway (with purchase of the class), or just purchase the class with a laminated instruction book sent at the end.

The class will begin January 14, 2010 and registration is open until December 31, 2009.

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Give the Gift of Needlepoint

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beginning needlepoint stitch sampler from free email needlepoint course

One of the nicest things you can do for someone is to share something you love, by teaching them. We love needlepoint, but all too often beginners are intimidated or the cost of classes (in time or money is too high). But still we want to share the joy we take from needlepoint and get them started easily.

That’s why I created the popular course, Right from the Beginning. It’s free, comes weekly in your email, and includes a stitch sampler (pictured above) and a small Bargello project to get your started. Hundreds of stitchers have taken this class already.

You can sign up for the class easily and the lessons start right away.

But what if you want this to be part of a Christmas present, maybe including a beginning canvas and some threads? Then you can take advantage of my special offer. Email me at napaneedlepoint (at) gmail (dot) com and give me the email and the starting date. I’ll add them for you and send them a welcome email.

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