Over the years, we have had a variety of PieceWork contests for our readers to showcase their stellar needlework skills. The inaugural contest featuring pincushions was among the most popular—a testament to the importance of this needlework necessity.
This article offers beautiful perspective on life and perseverance and how needlework history provides so many lesssons that can inspire us today.
The split stitch is one of the oldest and simplest of the basic embroidery stitches, visually resembling a small compact chain stitch, but with a much narrower and flatter appearance.
If you enjoy making clothing with vintage flair, check out Jennifer Wood’s Directoire Top from Knitting Traditions 2018.
The Ellis Island Immigration Station reopens after extensive restoration and becomes the Ellis Island Immigration Museum.
Mindy Dickler, granddaughter of Rose and William Sneider, who owned The Yarn Shop in Asbury Park, New Jersey, shared the introduction below to go with the Operation Kid Knit sock pattern Rose designed for the Ladies’ Home Journal.
This project was adapted from Nancy Bush’s Folk Socks: The History & Techniques of Handknitted Footwear. In addition to the Egyptian Socks, there were patterns for seventeen other designs, all inspired by traditional, historic references.
The Collecting Bag can hold gear for all your adventures, from camping to hiking to the farmers market.
This lovely layering piece is lightweight, soft, and breathable, knitted in two alpaca/bamboo blend yarns.
The Suffragette’s Coat combines drama, fine details, and history.