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Now showing: Emily Felderman "Stitches"

A gathering of lucky folks joined us at Bolt & Spool a few weeks ago to learn a bit about local artist Emily Felderman's creative journey. It was an exquisite demonstration of not knowing wher...

Embroidery month: tools, tips and inspiration

Along with probably 99% of the US population, I have heretofore been unaware that February is National Embroidery Month! I had the flu about a month ago, and was all snug and cozy on the couch in f...

Organize those blog feeds!

Do you ever feel like you’re missing out on things? Even though I read the New York Times almost every day; listen to NPR so much that my 10 year old could tell you the names of all the anchors; ...

An Inspired Advent: Day 22

The last #handmadeholiday item on my sewing table every year are matching Christmas jammies for my kids. Many years I’ve been up at 5 or 6 on Christmas Eve morning cutting and stitching. But it’s...

An Inspired Advent: Day 20

You’ve been sewing for many days now – so let’s try another craft! Like baking a gingerbread house! These are a little time-consuming, but very fun, and they make a great centerpiece for your hol...

An Inspired Advent: Day 18

This time of year is full of celebration, getting together with family and friends — eating, drinking, and just generally being merry.  And of course you have something lovely to wear, but your d...

An Inspired Advent: Day 17

Embroidered linen napkins are stunning, easy to make, fabulous to keep, generous to give and can be used all winter! These beautiful napkins are destined to become family heirlooms for sure. (Esp...

An Inspired Advent: Day 16

Make a gift for the guys! or whoever always gets stuck trudging out in the snow/rain to get the firewood off the pile. It’s practical, so you know they’re going to love it! Dosa likes it!   You n...

An Inspired Advent: Day 15

Make a gift that teachers (and moms and aunts) will love! A sweet little cover for those purse packs of tissues! You know how how that little packet of tissues keeps getting destroyed in your pur...