My Ancora Imparo needlepoint project is framed and hanging in its place, above the front door! As some of my previous posts will tell you, this lovely monster at 22-to-the-inch was a labor of love. From her initial design in 2008 to the last stitch in December 2013, she was a beautiful challenge. In my …
Welcome to today’s ACrafty Interview with Pam Harris – multicrafter extrordinare! When did you start crafting? PH: I was about 6 years old and I learned to make little Zozobra’s by tying a Kleenex around a cotton ball and sticking on two little eyes. My Mom and I made them as part of a fund raising …
Welcome to today’s ACrafty Interview with Arlee Barr, textile artist. Arlee’s responses are so thorough and engaging that the interview has been split into two parts! Here’s Part 1 to start your fascinating look at her art and process: When did you start making art? AB: I’ve always considered myself an artist, whether it was my …
This Texas cross stitch pattern is now available in my Etsy shop! The pattern is based on a Texas Farm Road sign. The standard Texas highway sign (photo at right) is a bit plain so I thought these farm road signs would make a much more interesting cross stitch pattern. The Farm-to-Market and Ranch-to-Market road system was established …