September / October 2008
(Issue #120) Highlights


See It First
Connie Palmer shares a twin set of machine-embroidered christening gowns made for Nancy Grace’s babies, one a girl and one a boy. A long traditional gown coordinates perfectly with a boy’s suit along with receiving blankets for each and a bonnet to match.

Fashion Kits
View an entire line of fabulous fall styles and great print coordinates from Sew it Up, an online shop that sells pattern and fabric kits for no-nonsense back-to-school fashions.

Smocking
Elizabeth Embroideries’ new line of machine-sewn smocking plates are cute, creative options for school clothes. Janet Gilbert’s hand-smocked angels make a precious holiday bishop for baby. Smock a sparkling beaded version of the “Pascale” dress pattern with coordinate ribbons; the twilight blue silk dupioni is an elegant holiday hue. For boys, smock a basketball plate to insert into a purchased sweatshirt; a fun way to lend smocking to a casual and comfy pull-over.

For Women
Smock an elegant black organdy top with beads from Vaune Pierce’s new smocking pattern for women. Plus, three machine-embroidered and beaded tops for the holidays – take your pick.

Wool Felting
A Bit of Stitch shares the cutest felted wool kitten project for a child’s pink wool vest.




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