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Provenance for Samplers stitched at the Royal School of Needlework

Started this discussion. Last reply by sharonb Sep 27, 2012. 1 Reply

Hello Everyone,I am writing a provenance as part of the renovation of the samplers I stitched while a student at RSN.  On investigation, I find that they are all mounted on masonite and as it is is…Continue

 

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"Ann, every sample Barbara made is unusual and lovely.  As you said, working green on green can be problematic, but Barbara overcame that.  Her work is a treat to look at."
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Barbara Lee Johnson has more leaves to share with you. Part of CREATIVE USE OF STITCHES this is well worth a visit, Go tohttp://stitchingidyllic.blogspot.caand enjoy.
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Creative Surface Stitchery, Crewel, Goldwork.
Creative use of stitches. I have done many types of hand embroidery. These are the ones I enjoy and continue to do.
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Graduate of Royal School of Needlework.
Stitched all my life except when employed as an Occupational Therapist and Rehab Therapist.
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RSN History, Part 2: Let's Step Inside

Posted on March 25, 2013 at 17:19 0 Comments

Continuing recounting of the experience of being a student at RSN 1950 - 1952. 

25 Princes Gate was a magnificent house built in the 1850s.

Read and enjoy.,  There will be other posts in the future.

http://stitchingidyllic.blogspot.ca/

Posted on September 20, 2012 at 19:07 0 Comments

I am asking for assistance in writing up the provenance for the samplers I stitched while a student at the Royal School of Needlework.  To see the samplers and the information available to date please visit my blog.

Any information or leads to resources will be much appreciated.  With thanks,   Ann Bernard

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At 9:17 on May 20, 2013, Elaine Wilding said…

Hi Ann, I went by your blog. The leaves were very interesting and the piece on covering your work was great. I also really love your modern take on stitching. Thanks for sharing Elaine.

At 3:30 on April 21, 2013, Grace Lister said…

Anne, thank you for the comment on my Sea Scene.  I do so agree with you that most designs are becoming far too busy.  I had a friend  who did the most incredible landscapes but  spoiled them by crowding.  She used to say do you think that is fine and I would say yes, but don't add any more and then she would add more and more to it until it was completely spoilt.  It was such a shame.  Grace

At 8:55 on April 20, 2013, Bernadette said…

Thanks for the advise and the encouragement. I will need to put the piece away for awhile. Right now I only see it with a critical eye in the areas I need work on.  Funny how you lose perspective when you are up too close for such a long time.  I hope to learn more about threads and fabrics in this wonderful world of yours. Funny I still feel intrusive, not from anyone because this is such a warm encouraging environment to learn and grow from. I think it is being in the company of such distinguished masters of this medium and "breaking bread" with them.  I know in a classroom I would be too shy or intimidated to approach others and would never bring my piece to their table and ask for help or a critique.  This is what makes this community such a wonderful opportunity.

At 16:41 on April 15, 2013, Margo Brooks said…
Ooh! Good idea. I just washed it in the sink. I'll check it to see how much hair is on it and see if picking it off with tweazers is ok, or if more desperate measures are called for!
At 15:11 on April 10, 2013, Bernadette said…

Wanted to thank you for the technique you posted on doing a satin stitch with padding. I am working with it while doing an Iris kit by Tanja Berlin.  This project is above my abilities at this time, but I am forging ahead.  Your lovely website is very encouraging. Thank you Bernadette

At 8:33 on March 10, 2013, Connie Kusevskis said…

Thank for the nice comment about my work. You can take you embroidery scissors on the plane as long as the blades are less than 4 inches, I was in Denmark in October and had no problem, I stitched all the way. You can also check with the TSA, it is in their rules

At 13:20 on March 9, 2013, Connie Kusevskis said…

The car is very jiggly to stitch in, and I don't stitch quite as fast, but I have a hard sitting doing nothing for hours, so when my husband drives I have to do something.

At 19:34 on February 25, 2013, susie said…

Lovely Stitches!

At 14:45 on February 23, 2013, luiz vaz said…

Ann, thank you for the nice comments, Always welcome. 

About your question:

is a photographic effect - a filter, called Kikara to the Instagram app.
is applied after shooting

Best wishes

Luiz

At 3:39 on February 18, 2013, Jessica Grimm said…

Dear Ann,

Thank you for your nice comments on the completion of my TAST-2012 sampler! It has been a busy few weeks for me with lots of teaching and a knitting and stitching show. This week will see a lot of catching up and some creation of new ideas for future courses and workshops.

Have a nice day, Jessica

 
 
 

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