'Making A Patch' Tutorial

Hurray for Jeanne!!!

Jeanne is one of our Star Stitchers. She resides in sunny CA and frequently sends us ziplock bags full of beautiful patches she designs herself & stitches up. In the past, our designs were stitched directly onto the teddy tees with waste canvas (and if you've ever used it... you know it's not wonderful to work with). But recently, Jeanne has come up with a way that saves time by cutting out the waste canvas. Now we no longer have to baste edges, strain our eyes to find unevenly weaved holes, or fumble with 4" hoops, or the waste paper, in our tiny little work space. This allows us to get more patches done in less time so that we can stitch for more children! It is much more comfortable to do the stitching this way. And I believe it looks even nicer!

So, if you are interested in stitching with us or would like to learn how to make these patches, please visit Jeannes site and view her tutorial: http://sites.google.com/site/wyrdbyrdsnest/quirky-quistmas-twee/Home/making-patches While you're there, you can also check out her many designs and unique blackwork.

Thanks Je! Love, Me