Author: Quail Run Needlework

East meets West

 

This week in all the stress and organized chaos of creating a new store and the impending move, a wonderful event happened. I have two lovely Canadian friends who are customers, one of Calgary and one from Toronto. Both are elegant, classy and talented ladies, one a pastel artist and the other a canvas artist. I purchased my wedding dress from my Toronto friend and then connected with her years later at Callaway Gardens. My friend from Calgary pops in often when she visits her daughter who lives here.

I look forward to their visits as they challenge me with color and perspective when interpreting their canvases. By chance, there came to the store at the same time and I was able to introduce them. They shared their love of stitching. They exchanged information so through the internet, they will be able to see each others’ work.  This to me is one of the best parts of being part of the needlework world –sharing our interest and love for the art.

Here is some of their work for you also to enjoy. I am so lucky to know these ladies!!!

                            
 

 This incredible pastel artwork demonstrates exceptional detail, intense colour and play of light.

                          

Babes in the Woods speaks of the Women’s Circle, the bonding of Women, the comfort of stories shared and the comfort of just being together even when one wanders away to have time alone in contemplation. 

Daily items are arriving in the store that I purchased at the Winter Needlework Market.
Here is a collage of just a few on the new items-       
                     

Fun holiday brick, whimsical cats, Chicago postcard and lots of holiday ornaments.Stop in or
view or Shop At Home on our online store at this link.
                    http://shop.quailrunneedlework.com/collections/whats-new?page=1 

 FALL RETREAT IN ARIZONA  SEPT 24/25/26,2016

Just a note to remind you that the Fall Retreat is Sept. 24/25/26 with Robin King .There are only 
three spots left so call to reserve your spot.  Canvases are needed by May 1 so Robin has time to get your guide written. Robin give you lots of tips, demonstrates techniques and is flexible with the changes your prefer.  The lunches are tasty and Saturday dinner was delicious. We all had a lot of fun, learned lots and went away with good memories. So come join us!!  Call the shop  480 551 1423 to register.
 

Another great day of stitching with Robin King. I am trying hard to absorb all the good ideas

that Robin has used on the wonderful canvases being stitched. Today’s lunch was a delicious

tomato soup with warm bread and coffee cake for desert , just perfect for this cool day.

Then back to more stitching. Here are some of the  works in progress.

                       

                                    Peter Asche Adobe Canvas with individual stitches for the separate dwellings.

 Ikat by KHDesigns with laid filling stitches in neon colors.

Sunflowers by Melissa Prince with darning pattern background and leaves over stitched with green to

create dimension.

Purple Palm cactus canvas with great stitches for the arms of the cacti.

Off to dinner so will post more picture tomorrow.

GO CARDINALS!!!!

Our Winter Retreat is off to a great start!

Robin King arrived safely and even early , avoiding thewinter storms delaying travelers.  There are thirteen wonderful canvases being stitched , so look for pictures on this blog. The ladies got to know each other and now are enjoying lunch.

                   

                    

                        

         

 Here is the picture of the booth at market I forgot to post.

                      
 I spent the day unpacking new market items to put on display for you to enjoy when you visit the shop.
New books- the new borders book by Carol Lake and Michael Boren along with their Tangled stitches book,and Julie Snyder’s new embellishment book.
 Lots of fun magnets, overdyed gimp trim , tiny pearl, turquoise, gold and silver buttons 5mm, more magnet trees, new canvases, laying tools, scissors, pompom /tassel makers  and more. Come see everything new! 

This funky hearts design was the class I took today. I alwaysl like to take a class from Associated Talents as they do great things with beads.  

Then it was back to the booth to help shops with their Quail Run Designs canvas purchases.

I did get out for some shopping today and my  finds included new colors in metallic braid and Japanese thread from Kreinik.

The next find was small buttons for embellishments.

I could not resist these mugs!

Threadnuts has some new colors in Painters Threads and gimp that are coming back to the shop.

There are new canvases coming back to the shop as well. I will take pictures tomorrow and post some if I have time.
Tomorrow is the last day and after the show closes everything has to be packed back up in trunks to be shipped back to the shop. It has been a great show but it is always nice to return home. 

 

Today started with an early breakfast and then off to a  7:45 am-9:45am class.  This adorable snowcone
was the project . I got some more great ideas for stitches and thread use from this class.

                

I did have to leave class a little early to get to the booth before the
shopping started. I forgot to take a picture of the booth but will post that tomorrow.

I was able to get some shopping done in between selling at the booth.
Here are just a few of the items coming to the shop and some great finishing ideas.

Two new books form Carol Lake and Michael Boren are coming to the shop.
Desert Island stitches borders books and Twisty Stitches is all about Amadeus and Jessicas for those who love these intricate stitches and all their variations.

Little Shoppe is coming out with a new stitch book ,Winter stitches in March 2016.

 

Elegant sewing kit from Dovo as well as new scissor are coming back to the shop.

 

Harlequin laying tools in two different sizes are not only colorful but functional.

 

Speckled beads great for bird”s eggs, animals eye and
much more.
 

Hearts and flower beads  that wil be great for those Valentine canvases.

And now for some great finishing ideas. This tray is so darn cute with its corn on the cob handles.

 

My absolute favorite was this Currier and Ives scene in a frame with shutters. So reminiscent of the Christmas cards we use to receive.

 

Stay tuned tomorrow for more news from market.

 

The Winter Needlearts Market if off to a great start. I attended to classes. One was on Stumpwork which I just love doing. The other a computer class on Adobe illustrator and creating symbol charts.  So, lots of great information to bring back to you .
Tonight was the Sample It, where vendors provide special packages  for shops to purchase and bring back to all the eager stitchers. As well, it was Needlepoint Showcase where designers display their wonderful finished designs.  Here is a sampling of what was on display.
                             

You all know my addiction to needlepoint purses. Who would not want at least one of these in
their wardrobe?

                      

                   Colorful and wonderfully embellished Maggie canvas with innovative framing by Deux Bijoux                       Bijoux.

     

             Talented young designer Michelle Wyse creates canvases for the modern needlepointer

Here is a sample of just a few things that will be in the shop next week – new magnets including one for you Cardinal fans, fun bracelet and a new book on Canvas Embellishment.