Inspirations - Issue 75

This beautiful collectible magazine is an excellent addition to your collection.

Contents

• Bauhinia - by Nikki Delport-Wepener from Hong Kong. A superb botanical study using raised embroidery techniques. Nikki teaches every year at the Koala Conventions, International Embroidery & Textile Convention. For more information on Nikkis workshops please go to http://www.koalaconventions.com.au
• Silken Splendour - by Jacquie Harvey from the UK. Trapunto and hand quilting enhance the design of this sumptuous cushion.
• The Early Bird - by Jenny McWhinney from South Australia. This practical peg bag, adorned with friendly redwork birds, is sure to become a favourite accessory in your home.
• Hearts & Roses - by Lesley McConnell from Australia.  Beautiful pearl-studded drawstring bag with glorious embroidered floral hearts and roses display.
• Lazy Days - by Judith Coombe from South Australia. Lovely silk print, embellished with simple stitches.
  
• Nature's Bounty - by Julie Knead from Australia. It's a cauliflower.. It's a pincushion. Make this delightful home for pins and needles.
• Threads of Love - by Deborah Love from Australia. Scented sachet with a delicate Schwalm design worked on ivory linen.
• Undercover Angels - by Kathy Barac from Australia. These playful motifs, inspired by nursery toys, add a sense of fun to baby's basic garments.
• Bits & Pieces - by Alison Snepp from Australia. Elegant chatelaine showcasing a range of counted thread stitches in a charming design.

Step by Step Instructions in the following:

• Blanket Stitch couching. Detached blanket stitch picot
• Detached blanket stitch
• Back filling stitch
• Bullion rose and knotted blanket stitch
• Twisted insertion stitch
• Basic ground stitch, coral stitch
• Greek cross filling stitch
• Long-armed feather stitch
• Bullion knot
• Needlelace button