Split stitch vs Split back stitch.
I performed a small experiment to see the difference between Split Stitch/ Medieval Split Stitch and Modern Split back stitch. In these pictures you can see that the split back stitch uses almost three times the silk that the split stitch uses. I used Splendor 12 ply and filament silk to see the differences.…[Read more]

As chair of the Sand Dollar Chapter Scholarship Committee, I was privileged to present our first scholarship to Jordan Basset, a graduating senior at New Smyrna Beach High School here in Florida. Jordan will be attending Stetson University in Deland, Florida.

Tried to renew at large membership yesterday. Did you get it? fordwick02@gmail.com

Hazel, Love the class and was wondering if you are working on a book or more kits for needle lace insects or other needle lace designs. I have the dragon fly and plan to do this one too but would like more. Thanks

going to start on another petite project

Hazel, I watched the beads being attached, but sometimes it was hard to see the position of the major elements (flowers, leafs). Is there a diagram you could provide so that we can positions these as artistically as you have? I do understand filling in the posy is a personal preference, but getting a diagram of the major elements would be nice.…[Read more]

Any news on getting the Winter Lights kit?

I finished and framed “Autumn Tranquility from the national seminar in Louisville. I really enjoyed doing this and gave it to a friend who really liked it.

I am working on making the back of my work look a little neater. I may be a lost cause after all these years! LOL