experiments on my work table and the origins of mr. socks
A great way to get somewhere new is to drop yourself into a process that’s hard to control. One of the techniques I use is creating a shape from the… Read More
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miss thistle : a brief history
The very first iteration of the tiny rag doll appeared a very long time ago. I still have her. She was made to inhabit the doll house that was the… Read More
regency-ish dress work and the finished 2026 stitch book
And lets start with a little summer scroll progress – a mini daily practice. It’s another place to try things, another opportunity for ideas to show up. the finished… Read More
the may report – embroidered vessels and the summer scroll project
I’m just back from France where we made stitched vessels and scrolls. Both would make excellent summer travel projects. We took our vessels a step further with embroidery and I… Read More
the 2026 stitch book – day 99
Your imagination is one of a kind. Inimitable. It’s the opposite of AI slop. But it does not give up its best easily. There are other voices and powers in… Read More
5 things bringing me joy this spring and the stitch book homestretch
1. a dress for the elegant rag doll She has needed one forever. I’m also getting a lot of joy from their palpable discomfort in this photo. He looks uncertain… Read More
the soldier doll sewing pattern
Stitch Captain Charmley! The soldier doll sewing pattern is in the shop now. The pattern includes the doll with two head styles, one with side burns and one without, a… Read More
what to make in march
Longer days, increased bird sounds, and a strong desire to get organized (my work table is a mess). March is my favorite. I’m currently engaged in my favorite seasonal activity… Read More
the half way point – stitch book 2026
Congratulations on passing the halfway point! Showing up for 50 plus days of creative practice is huge! It’s messy and inconvenient and absolutely necessary. Your habit is getting stronger every… Read More
the february report
Greetings from the depths of winter. March and climatological spring (I’ll take it) start on Sunday. I’m so ready. Lets close out February with a look at what’s on my… Read More