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#ThriftyThursday vintage linen, doilies, embroideries, cutwork and Irish linen haul for slow stitch
updated
I could have never anticipated the events of this week in Porepunkah and send my thoughts out to the Emergency Services, families and communities impacted by the senseless shooting. I honour those who serve on behalf of the community and hold all those continuing to serve in protection of the community in my thoughts.
We returned from Bright last weekend before the events unfolded. A week ago I was walking along the river at Porepunkah with Travers enjoying the winter sun, the fresh crisp air and the calm of a flowing river. It is such a special place and it always will be. The actions of one individual will not prevail over beauty, kindness and community.
Christine
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This project includes optional slow stitching elements.
Here’s the video where I stamped snd coloured fabrics:
youtu.be/EmD49SfmwRo?feature=shared
And here’s a video where I have coloured crochet pieces:
youtu.be/6XiaFnPoF2I?feature=shared
I hope you enjoy this fun and easy scrap fabric idea and that you’re excited to have a go at making your own version. Please share a photo in the community section on this channel if you do or you can post in our Slow Stitching Friends Facebook group.
Have fun creating!
Cheers,
Christine
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I hope you enjoy this easy slow stitching project and that it gives you ideas for making your own slow stitching projects. #slowstitching
Here’s a link to the previous videos where I started work on this slow stitching scrap fabric vessel:
#ThriftyThursday & scrap fabric vessel | easy slow stitch project #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/csTazLShvoA
Scrap fabric vessel | slow stitching mark making | vintage thrifty haul #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/en65Vw9i7BM
Here’s some of my other recent scrap fabric projects:
Fabulous slow stitch vintage finds + feedsack scrap ideas pouch #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/cohdQKDvpr4
Pt1 Scrap fabric ideas: scrap “lolly” jar & scrap trifold pouch #slowstitch #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/78mD6VktcrA
Pt2 Scrap fabric ideas: trifold pouch from scrap fabric #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/4SRHssuAi7o
I hope you enjoy this video and that you are having a great week.
Cheers,
Christine
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I hope you enjoy this easy slow stitching project and that it gives you ideas for making your own slow stitching projects. #slowstitching
Here’s a link to the previous video where I started work on this slow stitching scrap fabric vessel:
#ThriftyThursday & scrap fabric vessel | easy slow stitch project #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/csTazLShvoA
Here’s some of my other recent scrap fabric projects:
Fabulous slow stitch vintage finds + feedsack scrap ideas pouch #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/cohdQKDvpr4
Pt1 Scrap fabric ideas: scrap “lolly” jar & scrap trifold pouch #slowstitch #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/78mD6VktcrA
Pt2 Scrap fabric ideas: trifold pouch from scrap fabric #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/4SRHssuAi7o
I hope you enjoy this video and that you are having a great week.
Cheers,
Christine
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With thanks to Sheree @TurquoiseDreamingSheree who hosts #thriftythursday and Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter
Cheers
Christine
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I hope you enjoy this easy slow stitching project and that it gives you ideas for making your own pouch.
If you don’t have a cutter quilt you can make your own patchwork piece using scrap fabrics which I shared in the below videos:
Pt1 Scrap fabric ideas: scrap “lolly” jar & scrap trifold pouch #slowstitch #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/78mD6VktcrA
Pt2 Scrap fabric ideas: trifold pouch from scrap fabric #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/4SRHssuAi7o
I hope you enjoy this video and that you are having a great week.
Cheers,
Christine
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Thank you so very much Kas for all your work and for creating this beautiful gift for Kathryn. Please note I filmed and uploaded this video 9 months ago when I created the square. Kas has changed their first name during this time so the first name I have used for them in the video is no longer correct. Their first name is Kas. You are amazing Kas!
My slow stitch square features May Gibbs gumnut babies and a bee. I wanted to create something that had an Australia influence and I remember K3n commented on an earlier project where I was working with similar fabric to make a slow stitch hexagon fabric vessel.
Here’s a link to the May Gibbs website: maygibbs.org
Cheers,
Christine
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It is a joy to be exhibiting my work alongside such inspiring contemporary artists include some wonderful fibre and textile artists.
#slowstitching #textileart #fibreart
I hope you enjoy this little visit.
Cheers,
Christine
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I’m always very inspired by the work of Fleur Woods textile and fibre artist and have been very fortunate to attend a number of her textile and fibre art retreats. I’m also inspired by the work of Jennifer Clousten who is very inspiring for her work with silk ribbon and embroidery.
The slow stitching methods I show in this tutorial will be great to add to a variety of slow stitch projects including pouches, vessels or containers or needle books.
Here’s a link to the earlier video where I shared my initial work on this piece:
New slow stitch project | floral portrait for exhibition #slowstitching #threadpainting ribbon
youtu.be/foHXQ6pqUQ0
Here’s a link to a beautiful slow stitch square made by my dear friend Annie from @artyfartyannie for me as part of the great big little Stitchery swap:
Beautiful slow stitch bird, flower and foliage #stitcheryswap square from Annie @artyfartyannie
youtu.be/7aRwkOv5RV4
And as always, don’t forget to check out fellow fibre and textile creatives and artists:
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Sally @DottyBeeVintage
Kristy @SewbitsKristy
Paula @Craftaartissaurus
Valita @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne @leannescraftycupboard
Martha @marthamanigross
Dawn @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n @k3n.clothtales
Emily @CollageQuilter
Christina @christinacreatesau
Jen @cookingjennfer
Becca @willowhilldesigns7
Emma @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion @marionsworld24
Marnel @miemieskeepsakes
Misti @mistikomakes
Suzie @suzieqmakes
Tori @KoolKookyKreatures
Heather @creepycutiecrafty
Kate @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate @kate_stitching
Kate @kateinthenest
Kaylee @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Savana from @LoveAlwaysSavana
@Xoxo_Bitsy
I hope you have slow stitching your own flower blooms and birds.
Cheers,
Christine
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Next up I’ll be stitching the flowers with beautiful hand dyed wool from Fleur Woods and Zoe at Green Door Studio.
Here’s a link to the 2 part series for the little trifold pouch I showed you in this video:
Pt1 Scrap fabric ideas: scrap “lolly” jar & scrap trifold pouch #slowstitch #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/78mD6VktcrA
Pt2 Scrap fabric ideas: trifold pouch from scrap fabric #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/4SRHssuAi7o
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kayleehealy8406
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen from @KathleenSundby
Sheri fron @SherryIris
@Xoxo_Bitsy
@jenniferclouston7545
@LoveAlwaysSavana
I hope you enjoy this new slow stitching project idea.
Cheers,
Christine
Here’s a link to Miss Harry which has a wonderful selection of feed sack 1930s inspired fabrics and beautiful yarns:
https://www.missharry.com.au
Here’s a link to Mac and Morgan on Instagram who shares beautiful vintage and antique French and European finds: instagram.com/macandmorgan?igsh=MTY2cmN3amIwY2R2bg==
Here’s a link to the Sewing Lair:
https://www.thesewinglair.com.au
Cheers,
Christine
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In the first part of this series I shared an idea for making scrap fabric lollies that will make your fabric scraps look really attractive on display and easy to use. In this video I also showed how you can collage scrap fabrics onto a base piece of quilt, wool blanket, felt or an old towel to create a cohesive piece of fabric to use in a trifold pouch. Here’s the part 1 video:
Scrap fabric ideas: scrap “lolly” jar & scrap trifold pouch #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/78mD6VktcrA
With thanks to Kathy from @kamahskreations1260 for the beautiful yellow thread I am using on my slow stitch pouch.
Here’s a link to some of my other scrap fabric storage ideas:
Tame your fabric scraps for slow stitching | craft room declutter | use your stash #slowstitching
youtu.be/2LmiiXaRIVE
Storage solution for slow stitch and sewing - fabric storage using repurposed plastic and postcards
youtu.be/zQ4dfY9HcGU
Please check out Bec from @Sewbecurated who inspired me with her bowl of fabric “lollies” in her beautiful shop in Newcastle. One day I will visit but in the meantime I always look forward to Bec’s videos and Instagram shares.
And as always, don’t forget to check out fellow fibre and textile creatives and artists:
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Sally @DottyBeeVintage
Kristy @SewbitsKristy
Paula @Craftaartissaurus
Valita @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne @leannescraftycupboard
Martha @marthamanigross
Dawn @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n @k3n.clothtales
Emily @CollageQuilter
Christina @christinacreatesau
Jen @cookingjennfer
Becca @willowhilldesigns7
Emma @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion @marionsworld24
Marnel @miemieskeepsakes
Misti @mistikomakes
Suzie @suzieqmakes
Tori @KoolKookyKreatures
Heather @creepycutiecrafty
Kate @kate_stitching
Kate @kateinthenest
Kate @thelasthomelyhouse
Kaylee @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
@Xoxo_Bitsy
Cheers,
Christine
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In the next episode I will show you how you can add slow stitching details to your fabric collage to anchor the pieces and add beautiful hand stitched details. I share my own approach that creates a fully finished trifold pouch from two stitched collage pieces. Here’s a link to the next episode:
Pt2: Scrap fabric ideas: trifold pouch from scrap fabric #slowstitching #scrapfabric #scrapideas
youtu.be/4SRHssuAi7o
Here’s a link to some of my other scrap fabric storage ideas:
Tame your fabric scraps for slow stitching | craft room declutter | use your stash #slowstitching
youtu.be/2LmiiXaRIVE
Storage solution for slow stitch and sewing - fabric storage using repurposed plastic and postcards
youtu.be/zQ4dfY9HcGU
Please check out Bec from @Sewbecurated who inspired me with her bowl of fabric “lollies” in her beautiful shop in Newcastle. One day I will visit but in the meantime I always look forward to Bec’s videos and Instagram shares.
And as always, don’t forget to check out fellow fibre and textile creatives and artists:
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Sally @DottyBeeVintage
Kristy @SewbitsKristy
Kathy@kamahskreations1260
Paula @Craftaartissaurus
Valita @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne @leannescraftycupboard
Martha @marthamanigross
Dawn @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n @k3n.clothtales
Emily @CollageQuilter
Christina @christinacreatesau
Jen @cookingjennfer
Becca @willowhilldesigns7
Emma @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion @marionsworld24
Marnel @miemieskeepsakes
Misti @mistikomakes
Suzie @suzieqmakes
Tori @KoolKookyKreatures
Heather @creepycutiecrafty
Kate @kate_stitching
Kate @kateinthenest
Kate @thelasthomelyhouse
Kaylee @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Cheers,
Christine
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With thanks to @TurquoiseDreamingSheree who hosts #ThriftyThursday and @ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter
And don’t forget to check out the videos from my lovely friends Sally @DottyBeeVintage Kristy @SewbitsKristy and Annie @artyfartyannie who share lots of lovely ideas for creating with vintage and reclaimed fabrics and textiles.
I hope you enjoy seeing this treasure trove of vintage goodies that will be perfect for slow stitching, fibre and textile art and lots of creativity.
Cheers,
Christine
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I’m also sharing the first of what will be a series of textile art and slow stitching pieces celebrating the history of Melbourne where I live. I’m using old street directory pages as my base and then stitching imagery or words to capture history.
This first piece celebrates the Skipping Girl neon sign known as Audrey. Here’s a link to the page I am referring to in the video:
museumoflost.com/skipping-girl-vinegar
I hope this video inspires you to give Momigami a go and try slow stitching or stitching into it.
Cheers,
Christine
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In the video I show how I have put the sail boat together and how I’m working on the wake behind the sail boat using threads and some trim.
This follows from the previous video in this series where I introduced you to Bojagi or Pojagi patchwork which is a traditional Korean textile art used to make a reuseable wrapping cloth. It’s a fantastic technique as you end up with a patchwork with fully finished seams where the front and back both look beautiful. #slowstitching
In the previous video I demonstrated the SSamsol Jogakbo or flat felled seam technique using hand stitching which is perfect for our slow stitching projects.
Here’s a link to the previous video: Beginners Bojagi patchwork | Hand stitched Pojagi | fabric scraps #slowstitching #scrapideas
youtu.be/eXgHwZ8npz8
I am using Liberty and Yuwa fabrics for this piece and the light shines though showing the hand stitched seams as though they are windows.
Here’s a link to Annie from who I saw demonstrating bojagi a while ago which inspired me to have a go: @artyfartyannie
And be sure to visit my dear friends Sally @DottyBeeVintage and Kristy @SewbitsKristy
I hope you have a wonderful week of slow stitching and creativity ahead of you.
Cheers
Christine
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In the video I demonstrate the SSamsol Jogakbo or flat felled seam technique using hand stitching which is perfect for our slow stitching projects.
I am using Liberty and Yuwa fabrics for this piece and the light shines though showing the hand stitched seams as though they are windows.
I’ll be turning my patchwork into sails for a textile boat I am making for an upcoming art exhibition. I’ll be sure to share a video soon showing how I am putting the boat together and working on the woven sea of waves.
Here’s a link to the next video where I share how I am making the bojagi patchwork sail boat.
Here’s a link to Annie from @artyfartyannie who I saw demonstrating bojagi a while ago.
And be sure to visit my dear friends Sally @DottyBeeVintage and Kristy @SewbitsKristy
I hope you have a wonderful weekend of slow stitching and creativity ahead of you.
Cheers
Christine
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In the video I show how you can use small scraps to create miniature Suffolk puffs or yo-yos and use them to shape a snails shell with finger crochet outline. I also share how you can use felting techniques to combine cotton threads to use for the snails body under tulle.
I also share the simple slow stitching stitches to complete the project.
Here’s a link to previous videos related to this project.
Part 1 Slow stitch fabric collage snail project - #inspiredbyartcollaboration #flosstube
youtu.be/2Kh7nlGxpLA
Part 2 Slow stitch fabric collage snail project - #inspiredbyartcollaboration #flosstube
youtu.be/gfwSOMzi7jM
Scrap fabric ideas | Make a hand quilted fabric with scraps #slowstitching #scrapfabricprojects
youtu.be/KkY1p22KyBc
I hope you like my slow stitch snail. Let me know if you’re going to make one of your own.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen from @KathleenSundby
I hope you have a creative week full of slow stitching and textile art ahead of you.
Cheers
Christine
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#slowstitching #slowstitch
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @MistiHappyLifestyle
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Cheers,
Christine
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#slowstitching #fabricscraps #textileart
This piece is inspired by Monet and his beautiful gardens at Giverny in France which feature beautiful ponds filled with water lilies and arching bridges.
I really enjoyed experimenting with a new approach to slow stitching and have lots of ideas for how I would like to adapt this approach to other textile art works.
This piece was donated to the Incognito Art Show which featured over 22,000 art works for sale to support artists with disabilities. Such a great cause and I was delighted to discover my art work sold! Hoping I get to hear from whoever purchased it (we provide our details on the back of the work so it can be seen once someone purchases it).
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen from @KathleenSundby
I hope you enjoy this video featuring ideas for using scrap fabrics, new ideas for slow stitching and embroidery, and how you can combine these ideas and take inspiration from great artworks.
Cheers,
Christine
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I hope you enjoy trying this out and I’ll be sharing how you can adapt this idea to create other shapes including a beautiful blue bird in an upcoming video.
#scrapfabric #scrapideas
Please let me know if you’re going to give this a go.
Here’s a link to Annie’s Totally Bonkers Quilt community project video:
youtu.be/O7yXA-0dL2M?feature=shared
Here’s a link to Silk and Stitch where I sourced the bridal tulle of cuts for a very affordable huge box:
https://www.silkandstitch.com.au/offcut-boxes/colouredpoly
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Cheers,
Christine
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As always, when playing with nature’s textures, I am inspired by Fleur Woods, who is an amazing fibre and textile artist. I am incredibly grateful to have attended a number of Fleur Woods retreats and workshops.
The brooch is part of the #whimsicalwearables collaboration with Sally from @DottyBeeVintage and Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Here’s a link to the video where I worked on my large format coral reef Octopus Garden:
youtu.be/gTSkAUoM6K8?feature=shared
youtu.be/EtcwjbmOcec?feature=shared
youtu.be/2D_F78T45gI?feature=shared
youtu.be/uu5-pSskXWo?feature=shared
Here’s a link to the playlist for my Dictionary of stitches where I shared an A to Z of different stitches you use in your slow stitching or textile art:
Stitch along: Fabric dictionary of stitches (Treasury of Stitches)
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYFs0nSdIdWxM4WnRxSN-sYhJRi2Iv1Oh
Here’s a link to the woven picot stitch:
youtu.be/i0SdIG-bKck?feature=shared
Here’s a link to my drizzle stitch video:
youtu.be/ryx8_H8ABes?feature=shared
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Happy textile art making and slow stitching!
I hope you enjoy this video.
Cheers
Christine
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Here’s a link to the interesting analysis of the story of Red Riding Hood: lubomirakourteva.com/2023/03/12/what-little-red-riding-hood-knows
Here’s a link to the Slow Stitching Friends Facebook group where I will be sharing the PDF pattern for this needle book:
facebook.com/share/g/199qAvEMdV/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Here’s a link to the pattern itself: facebook.com/share/p/15hfG1GpXG/?
#slowstitching
Here’s a link to some lovely stitchy folks:
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Savana from @LoveAlwaysSavana
I hope you enjoy making this fun and easy slow stitching project.
Cheers,
Christine
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While I may have missed #ThriftyThursday I just couldn’t wait to share this vintage haul of loveliness.
My haul includes lovely vintage finds from The Sewing Lair online secondhand fabric and haberdashery charity shop as well as from the Vintage Inspired People Facebook group hosted by Tami and the Vintage Fabric Destash group on Facebook. I also have lots of lovely finds on Facebook marketplace.
A shout out to Kristy from @SewbitsKristy ; Sally from @DottyBeeVintage ;@ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter and Sheree from @TurquoiseDreamingSheree who hosts #thriftythursday
Cheers,
Christine
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The collage or mosaic fabric is great to cut out the shapes from and to use in your slow stitching projects like pouches and also for journal covers.
#scrapfabric #scrapideas
I’m using the collages fabric I create to make labels for my fabric drawers in my craft room or studio organisation system.
Here’s a link to Annie Claxton’s @artyfartyannie video where she shared the cling wrap method for transferring designs on napkins to fabric:
youtu.be/32w6rOmk2IY?feature=shared
And here’s a link to my other wonderful creative friends Sally @DottyBeeVintage Kristy @SewbitsKristy and Valita @ValitasCreativeLife
Here’s a link to another video where I collaged fabric and stitched into it to make bunny bunting and a bunny slow stitch vessel or container
Patchwork style slow stitch fabric vessel using scraps | easy slow stitching project | container
youtu.be/Tnnc__cmWtU
Use fabric scraps to make easy patchwork slow stitch rabbit bunting | fun slow stitching project
youtu.be/5OmvvVFya5Q
I hope you enjoy this easy project which is a great way to use small scraps of fabric. It is suitable for beginners to slow stitching and can be adapted to whatever supplies you have, whatever shape you want to cut out or whatever size you want to create.
Here’s a link to some other scrap fabric projects:
Make an easy slow stitch envelope pouch | beginner slow stitch project | #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/7c7AT8NndUQ
#Roxysjournalofstitchery still life background | weave & slow stitch fabric scraps | slow stitching
youtu.be/ESQpUM99Gr0
Transform fabric scraps, orts & lace into a new fabric #Roxysjournalofstitchery #slowstitching ideas
youtu.be/KdVuO1Gx1mI
Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery | Scrap fabric micro collage | textile art #scrapfabric #slowstitching
youtu.be/VhxDlgIMCxo
I hope you enjoy this scrap ideas slow stitching project.
Cheers,
Christine
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I will also be gifting a coral reef brooch pack to a lucky viewer - details in my video.
I’m inspired by the Nature’s Textures workshop I did with Fleur Woods a year and a bit ago at the beautiful Green Door Studios. In this piece I am using my own techniques to create lots of texture, vibrant colour and interest. It’s great fun taking an idea and then evolving your own creative practice.
I hope you enjoy this project which will give you techniques that you can combine with slow stitching to add interest and texture to your work. #slowstitching
Here’s a link to the video where I created a stamp work goldwork octopus:
Coral reef stumpwork goldwork octopus | textile & fibre art | Fleur Woods inspired #slowstitching
youtu.be/EtcwjbmOcec
Here’s a link to the video where I started creating the coral pieces:
Textile coral project using scraps, laces & dyed doilies | Fleur Woods inspired #slowstitching
youtu.be/uu5-pSskXWo
Here’s a link to the video where I dyed some of the pieces I’m using: How to dye doilies & yarn in vibrant colours | New coral reef project | Textile art | #slowstitching
youtu.be/6XiaFnPoF2I
I’ll come back in a future video and show you how you can create a coral reef brooch as part of the #whimsicalwearables collaboration I am doing with the lovely Sally and Kristy , with beautiful Valita from joining in.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Susan from @SusanTaylorBrown
Happy textile art making and slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
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I was inspired in part by Cathe Holden and her little jackets and clothes she creates using slow stitching and embroidery, featuring vintage trims abs embellishments.
My chatelaine will be a slow stitching treasure to be loved and worn with pride.
This chatelaine thimble holder follows on from my previous video where I shared a chatelaine pin cushion idea:
Make an antique 1800s Victorian chatelaine inspired pin cushion #slowstitching vintage buttons
youtu.be/1lVsUHWgsOk?feature=shared
My chatelaine will pin go in the sewing kit - I slow stitched using an old glasses case - which I shared in the below 2 videos:
Part 1 | Make a sewing kit from a glasses case | new easy slow stitch project #slowstitching
youtu.be/OqOSeUe5AYk
Part 2 | Make a sewing kit from a glasses case | easy project #slowstitching scrap fabric
youtu.be/NjOra3GO3I0
#slowstitching #vintage #antique
Here’s a link to Mac and Morgan where I was lucky to buy the beautiful antique or vintage French metal lady picture and also the stag buttons I used in my pin cushion:
instagram.com/macandmorgan?igsh=MTY2cmN3amIwY2R2bg==
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Happy slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
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I’m inspired by the Nature’s Textures workshop I did with Fleur Woods a year and a bit ago at the beautiful Green Door Studios. In this piece I am using my own techniques to create lots of texture, vibrant colour and interest. It’s great fun taking an idea and then evolving your own creative practice.
I hope you enjoy this project which will give you techniques that you can combine with slow stitching to add interest and texture to your work. #slowstitching
I’ll come back in a future video and show you how you can create a coral reef brooch.
Here’s a link to the video where I dyed some of the pieces I’m using: How to dye doilies & yarn in vibrant colours | New coral reef project | Textile art | #slowstitching
youtu.be/6XiaFnPoF2I
And here’s the video where I showed how you can easily create elements for your coral reef using simple slow stitching techniques.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen from
@KathleenSundby
Happy textile art making and slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
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I’ll be using these highlighter dyed yarns and wools in my Fleur Woods inspired coral reef Octopus Garden for the upcoming South Eastern Contemporary Artists exhibition focused on Beatles songs.
I hope you enjoy seeing the different colours you can create using old highlighter textas and the three different ways you c add n apply the colour to the yarn and wool.
#slowstitching #yarndyeing #dyeyarn
Here’s the video I watched before trying my dyeing:
youtu.be/_iq4UL44yVc?feature=shared
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Happy creating!
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
Here’s a link to the next video in this chatelaine series:
Make a chatelaine thimble keep & secret pocket in dress shape | 1800s Victorian #slowstitching
youtu.be/qPpFMF0j9ZU
This pin cushion will go in the sewing kit I slow stitched using an old glasses case which I shared in the below 2 videos:
Part 1 | Make a sewing kit from a glasses case | new easy slow stitch project #slowstitching
youtu.be/OqOSeUe5AYk
Part 2 | Make a sewing kit from a glasses case | easy project #slowstitching scrap fabric
youtu.be/NjOra3GO3I0
Here’s a link to a fun project to create a Red Riding Hood needle book:
Needle book | Red Riding Hood | free pattern & tutorial | easy #slowstitching project
youtu.be/YXZqDDQJTOQ
#slowstitching
Here’s a link to Mac and Morgan where I was lucky to buy the beautiful vintage stag buttons:
instagram.com/macandmorgan?igsh=MTY2cmN3amIwY2R2bg==
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Kathleen @KathleenSundby
Happy textile art making and slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
I’m inspired by the Nature’s Textures workshop I did with Fleur Woods a year and a bit ago at the beautiful Green Door Studios. In this piece I am using my own techniques to create lots of texture, vibrant colour and interest. It’s great fun taking an idea and then evolving your own creative practice.
I hope you enjoy this project which will give you techniques that you can combine with slow stitching to add interest and texture to your work. #slowstitching
I’ll come back in a future video and show you how you can create a coral reef brooch.
Here’s a link to the video where I dyed some of the pieces I’m using: How to dye doilies & yarn in vibrant colours | New coral reef project | Textile art | #slowstitching
youtu.be/6XiaFnPoF2I
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Happy textile art making and slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
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My happy mail was a lovely package of goodies o purchased from Susan from The White Vintage on Etsy: etsy.com/au/shop/TheWhiteVintage?ref=yr_purchases
The slow stitching pack will be wonderful for an upcoming strawberry themed slow stitching project.
Here’s a link to my embroidered necklace video:
Slow stitch necklace scrap ideas vintage linen #slowstitching @DottyBeeVintage @SewbitsKristy
youtu.be/DAyXMLEi2bs
I hope you enjoy looking at all these beautiful vintage and antique doilies tray cloths tea towels fabrics beads trims and so much more!
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Happy slow stitching!
Cheers
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
We will all be sharing videos of slow stitch wearable creations so please head over and subscribe to Sally and Kristy so you don’t miss their projects.
I also want to say a hug thank you to Rochelle from @GladysAndMaude for the inspiration for this necklace and to Annie and Tom @artyfartyannie for the 3D rings I am using for the necklace.
Here’s a link to Rochelle on Instagram:
instagram.com/gladysandmaude?igsh=ejVzcWZ2NDNnbDZ3
My lovely stitchy friend Sheryn has also let me know that Pauline Franklin has been making these vintage embroidery medallion style necklaces for a few years also.
A shout out too to @ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter and this is a great project for those op shop or thrifty store and charity shop linen finds - particularly ones that might be damaged or shabby but still have beautiful embroidery.
I hope you enjoy this video and I know you’ll be in for a treat with Kristy and Sally’s videos too. Please feel free to join us too in this slow stitching collaboration. #whimsicalwearables #slowstitching #slowstitch
Cheers,
Christine
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Here’s a link to my earlier video showing dyeing of variegated yarn:
Tutorial: Make your own variegated yarn & thread with Inktense - adapt to other paints - slow stitch
youtu.be/DgZJiHk7btA
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
I hope you enjoy this tutorial and have a go and creating your own hand dyed doilies, lace, trims and yarns in a rainbow of vibrant colours 🤗
Cheers
Christine
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This is part of my Fleur Woods inspired fabric collage that features vintage doilies and vibrant Freida Kahlo inspired hand painted laces and embellishments.
After all of the excitement, inspiration and joy of the Fleur Woods Textile and Fibre Art Retreat I couldn’t resist continuing to create and draw on the energy from the retreat.
It was such an incredible week with Fleur Woods fibre artist extraordinaire at the beautiful Green Door studios hosted by Zoe Wood. #slowstitching #artretreat
In this video I share continuing work on my textile and slow stitch collage piece that I will be progressively slow stitching heavily with lots of different stitches in differing combinations and using a variety of yarns, threads and wools.
I have added laces and doilies that I vibrantly coloured with Derwent Inktense blocks while at the Fleur Woods Retreat at Green Door studio’s.
I hope this continues to provide you with inspiration.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may not have come across and may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Martha from @marthamanigross
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Marnel from @miemieskeepsakes
Misti from @mistikomakes
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Susanna from @vintageblendstudio
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Cheers,
Christine
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My favourite kind of presents!
#slowstitching #thriftyrhursday #textileart
With special thanks to Sally @DottyBeeVintage and Paula from
@Craftaartissaurus for the beautiful gifts and to Annie from @artyfartyannie for all she does to build a beautiful creative community and support connections amongst us all.
I hope you enjoy opening these beautiful gifts with me and seeing a few more online thrifty bargains.
Cheers,
Christine
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My favourite kind of presents!
#slowstitching #thriftyrhursday #quilting #textileart
With special thanks to Kristy from @SewbitsKristy (and stay tuned for part 2 with a package from my lovely friend Sally from @DottyBeeVintage which got misplaced under our hall table only to be found this morning!)
And with thanks to Gail from Gladdy and Flo for her beautiful vintage goodies and the lovely extras: instagram.com/gladdyandflo_?igsh=MTdiaXJpdXAwOWw2aA==
I hope you enjoy opening these beautiful gifts with me.
Cheers,
Christine
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So much wonderful inspiration for art quilts and quilting, textile art, slow stitch projects, and fabric creations plus lots of fabric and sewing supplies to look at or buy. #AQC2025
It was fantastic to see the quilt by Karen from @RailwayCottageStudio and the quilt by Kate from @kateinthenest
I hope you enjoy my little tour around the Australasian quilt convention and that you can take some inspiration for your own projects whether they be slow stitching, quilting or other fabric and textile art.
Please head on over to check out this video by @kendalltaylor5636 which shares some more inspiring glimpses from the AQC: youtu.be/sLvuEIT8ZbQ?feature=shared
It’s really inspirational to see what other people create and I’ve come away with lots of ideas for projects.
I hope you have a fantastic weekend and thanks again for watching.
Cheers
Christine
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Once you cut out the shapes you can add slow stitching detail and then stitch them together using a range of different stitches.
I also show how you can finger crochet a little necklace for the rabbits and make a stuffed button using a Suffolk puff or yoyo.
And I share a rabbit made using the fabric and ric rac from my #nannastravellingricrac collaboration
Here’s a link to our Facebook group where I have shared the template for the rabbit: facebook.com/share/g/1AF5oH6wWq/?mibextid=wwXIfr
It’s also in the posts section on YouTube here: http://youtube.com/post/UgkxVj62c60lBBgYUFmk0n_2AwdtHBGC-R_I?feature=shared
Here’s some other fun ideas featuring rabbits:
Use fabric scraps to make easy patchwork slow stitch rabbit bunting | fun slow stitching project
youtu.be/5OmvvVFya5Q
Patchwork style slow stitch fabric vessel using scraps | easy slow stitching project | container
youtu.be/Tnnc__cmWtU
Here’s a link to some other scrap fabric projects:
Make an easy slow stitch envelope pouch | beginner slow stitch project | #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/7c7AT8NndUQ
#Roxysjournalofstitchery still life background | weave & slow stitch fabric scraps | slow stitching
youtu.be/ESQpUM99Gr0
Transform fabric scraps, orts & lace into a new fabric #Roxysjournalofstitchery #slowstitching ideas
youtu.be/KdVuO1Gx1mI
Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery | Scrap fabric micro collage | textile art #scrapfabric #slowstitching
youtu.be/VhxDlgIMCxo
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Juanette from @JuanettesCraftingCorner
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Missy from @MissyMadeThis
Susanne from @vintageblendstudio
I hope you enjoy this slow stitching project.
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
Here’s a link to Judy’s Instagram:
instagram.com/lavenderlanehightea?igsh=YWc2NGJweWZoY2M5
Let s know in the comments which designs you love best!
Here’s a link to the Kingston historical information on Semco: https://localhistory.kingston.vic.gov.au/articles/579
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kateinthenest
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Happy Thrifty Thursday! #thriftythursday
With thanks to Sheri from @TurquoiseDreamingSheree
who hosts #thriftythursday and Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter
I hope you’re having a lovely week. Happy thrifting and op shopping!
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
This includes weaving both anchored and loose, chain stitch, fly stitch, pistil like stitches, cast on stitches and drizzle stitches.
These colourful flowers are part of my Fleur Woods inspired fabric collage that features vintage doilies and vibrant Freida Kahlo inspired hand painted laces and embellishments.
After all of the excitement, inspiration and joy of the Fleur Woods Textile and Fibre Art Retreat I couldn’t resist continuing to create and draw on the energy from the retreat.
It was such an incredible week with Fleur Woods fibre artist extraordinaire at the beautiful Green Door studios hosted by Zoe Wood. #slowstitching #artretreat
In this video I share continuing work on my textile and slow stitch collage piece that I will be progressively slow stitching heavily with lots of different stitches in differing combinations and using a variety of yarns, threads and wools.
I have added laces and doilies that I vibrantly coloured with Derwent Inktense blocks while at the Fleur Woods Retreat at Green Door studio’s.
I hope this continues to provide you with inspiration.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Christina from @christinacreatesau
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
In this video I share the first textile and fibre art piece that I will be exhibiting which features slow stitching and a range of different fibre art including felting, punch needle, embroidery, thread painting, beading, wrapping beads, thread wrapping and more.
I’m so excited to be exhibiting my art for the first time and I want to thank Fleur Woods Fibre Artist extraordinaire for inspiring, nurturing and encouraging me in my creative journey.
Thank you to all of you who support me on my creative adventures.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Leanne from @leannescraftycupboard
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Jen Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from @emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Suzie from @suzieqmakes
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from @thelasthomelyhouse
Kate from @kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
I hope you enjoy this video and the new ideas I share for adding to your slow stitching projects.
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
Judy at LavenderLaneHighTea and a beautiful bundle of vintage and antique laces. #slowstitching #thiftythursday
Such a beautiful bundle of supplies to incorporate in my slow stitch projects.
As I shared in a recent post, I’m really keen to support and encourage my fellow slow stitch, textile and fibre artists and creators so below each video I will be sharing a listing of others who you may like to visit and watch some videos:
Kristy from @SewbitsKristy
Sally from @DottyBeeVintage
Annie from @artyfartyannie
Paula from @Craftaartissaurus
Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife
Bec from @Sewbecurated
Dawn from @dawnmeldrum1267
K3n from @k3n.clothtales
Emily from @CollageQuilter
Night Owl crafts from @cookingjennfer
Becca from @willowhilldesigns7
Emma from
@emmajonesvintagesewingbox
Marion from @marionsworld24
Tori from @KoolKookyKreatures
Kathy from @kamahskreations1260
Heather from @creepycutiecrafty
Kate from@kate_stitching
Kate from @kateinthenest
Lynda from @lyndacreates
Lynda from Icky Chic Designs @IckyChicDesigns
Kaylee from @kayleehealy8406
Here’s a link to Judy’s Instagram:
instagram.com/lavenderlanehightea?igsh=YWc2NGJweWZoY2M5
With thanks to Sheri from
@TurquoiseDreamingSheree who hosts #thriftythursday and Valita from @ValitasCreativeLife who hosts #opshopcrafter
I hope you’re having a lovely week. Happy thrifting and op shopping!
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
After all of the excitement, inspiration and joy of the Fleur Woods Textile and Fibre Art Retreat I couldn’t resist continuing to create and draw on the energy from the retreat.
It was such an incredible week with Fleur Woods fibre artist extraordinaire at the beautiful Green Door studios hosted by Zoe Wood. #slowstitching #artretreat
In this video I share continuing work on my textile and slow stitch collage piece that I will be progressively slow stitching heavily with lots of different stitches in differing combinations and using a variety of yarns, threads and wools.
I have added laces and doilies that I vibrantly coloured with Derwent Inktense blocks while at the Fleur Woods Retreat at Green Door studio’s.
I hope this continues to provide you with inspiration.
Be sure to check out videos from fellow slow stitching creatives including Sally from@DottyBeeVintage , Kristy from @SewbitsKristy and Annie from @artyfartyannie
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
This piece is inspired by the fruit prompt for Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery still life project.
In this video I show you how you can use fabric scraps to make shapes and motifs like figs to use as part of your slow stitching projects.
The project I will be using these figs for is the Still Life project for Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery which has the prompt of fruit. #Roxysjournalofstitchery #slowstitching
I’m using steam a seam lite 2 to collage my scrap fabrics. The technique is inspired by the lovely Emily from @CollageQuilter who creates amazing pieces and shares her approach here on YouTube and through her books.
The figs are my own design and I really enjoyed playing with how to create light and shadow with scraps of fabric.
Here’s a link to the video where I shared the making of the collage quilter style ginger jar vase:
Make a fabric scrap collage vase | Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery vol 7 still life #slowstitching
youtu.be/TA-dA6DqQJI
Here’s a link to the video where I made the background for this piece:
Here’s a link to the video where I added the flowers that are in and around the vase:
youtu.be/rxojnuY2Joo?feature=shared
Please check out the beautiful projects being created by Sally from @DottyBeeVintage and Kristy from @SewbitsKristy and Annie from @artyfartyannie
This project is suitable for beginners to slow stitching and can be adapted to whatever supplies you have, whatever shape you want to cut out or whatever size you want to create.
Here’s a link to some other scrap fabric projects #scrapfabric #scrapideas
Patchwork style slow stitch fabric vessel using scraps | easy slow stitching project | container
youtu.be/Tnnc__cmWtU
Use fabric scraps to make easy patchwork slow stitch rabbit bunting | fun slow stitching project
youtu.be/5OmvvVFya5Q
Make an easy slow stitch envelope pouch | beginner slow stitch project | #slowstitching #scrapfabric
youtu.be/7c7AT8NndUQ
#Roxysjournalofstitchery still life background | weave & slow stitch fabric scraps | slow stitching
youtu.be/ESQpUM99Gr0
Roxy’s Journal of Stitchery | Scrap fabric micro collage | textile art #scrapfabric #slowstitching
youtu.be/VhxDlgIMCxo
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
@artyfartyannie
So much inspiration is these packages and so thoughtful.
The slow stitching community really is the most thoughtful, sharing and caring community that there is.
Here’s a link to my playlist featuring videos from the Fleur Woods retreat I recently attended featuring fibre and textile art. It was such a joyful week!
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYFs0nSdIdWwQsNfB506t4_BH_k8QmtAZ&feature=shared
Here’s a link to my #thriftythursday playlist:
#ThriftyThursday for slow stitching
youtube.com/playlist?list=PLYFs0nSdIdWxqjeiHZzTB6wE9Jci3f-ZP
I hope you enjoy seeing these gorgeous slow stitching supplies.
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
It was such an incredible week with Fleur Woods fibre artist extraordinaire at the beautiful Green Door studios hosted by Zoe Wood. #slowstitching #artretreat
In this video I share continuing work on my textile and stitch collage piece that I am now plan slow stitch heavily with lots of mark making and joyful embroidery.
In this video I share his I am approaching the stitching as well as an op shop or thrift store haul, plus colouring of a crochet bag using Derwent Inktense blocks. And finally lots of wonderful beach walks here in Mallacoota and the joy of seeing a pod of dolphins in the sea!
#thriftythursday
I hope this continues to provide you with inspiration.
Be sure to check out videos from fellow slow stitching creatives including Sally from @DottyBeeVintage , Kristy from @SewbitsKristy and Annie from @artyfartyannie
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine
It was such an incredible week with Fleur Woods fibre artist extraordinaire at the beautiful Green Door studios hosted by Zoe Wood. #slowstitching #artretreat
In this video I share continuing work on my textile and stitch collage piece that I plan to slow stitch heavily with lots of mark making.
In this video I share how I have added laces and doilies that I vibrantly coloured with Derwent Inktense blocks while at the Fleur Woods Retreat at Green Door studio’s.
In this video I also share a #thriftythursday haul of op shop goodies from Malkacoota as well as the beautiful local scenery from the drive down along the coast from the Southern Highlands to Malkacoota.
I hope this continues to provide you with inspiration.
Be sure to check out videos from fellow slow stitching creatives including Sally from @DottyBeeVintage , Kristy from @SewbitsKristy and Annie from @artyfartyannie
Cheers,
Christine
Create and craft with Christine


