Donna's Horrified

Donna is horrified by this Fendi purse embroidery kit--and I don't blame her!

http://majtravaux.blogspot.com/2021/05/my-goodness.html

Here's the direct link--

https://www.fendi.com/au/baguette-bag-with-embroidery-kit-for-adding-a-personal-touch/p-8br600afirf0vph

For that price you could have Chuck Pinnell Leather make you a bag from your finished needlepoint and it would be a stunner.

https://www.pinnellcustomleather.com/needlepoint-accessories

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© Copyright May 9, 2021 Jane M. Wood. All rights reserved.

A New Tool UPDATED

Thanks to Thistle Threads, I've learned about Pinzette Tweezers.  
https://thistle-threads.myshopify.com/products/pinzette-tweezer

These are ergonomic and used quite a bit by couture embroiderers.  If you like to use tweezers to remove threads and your hands are arthritic, these might be a worth-while investment.  You can see more photos on Access Commodities' website.  They are wholesale only, however.
https://www.accesscommodities.com/products/accessories/pinzette-tweezers-for-easy-thread-removal

UPDATE:  More information from Mary Corbet about these fabulous tweezers.
https://www.needlenthread.com/2020/01/tweezers-for-needlework.html

Looks like Needle in a Haystack in California carries them, too.
https://needlestack.americommerce.com/Accessories/AC-Pinzette.aspx

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Canvases by Dolce and Gabbana

At least one of the gowns at the 2018 Met Costume Institute Gala featured needlepoint panels.  Dress by Dolce and Gabbana, worn by Emilia Clarke.    Thanks to Quail Run for the photos!
https://www.facebook.com/QuailRunNeedlework/photos/a.339586356091534.93299.326583717391798/1863965616986926/?type=3&theater

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Needlepoint Clothing from Paris

Thanks to EGA's Victoria chapter I have a unique clothing site to show you this morning.  The two French women behind the site are experts in costuming and now are making jackets and coats from vintage needlepoint canvases.  There are five different styles in three sizes to choose from.
https://mo-bordeaux.com

Fascinating!

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The Costume Embroidery for Game of Thrones

The fantasy robes that many of the characters in The Game of Thrones wear were designed by Michele Clapton and embroidered by Michele Carrager. They are works of art.  You can read about the symbolism and see some of the fantastic designs here.
https://tribune.com.pk/story/1490670/game-thrones-costumes-indicate-future-characters/

You can read more about the embroiderer here.
http://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/embroidering-game-of-thrones

For more eye candy, visit her website…
http://michelecarragherembroidery.com

…or her Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/bbhbnbe.9

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Needlepoint Fashion from Venus Williams

Although the print looks like cross stitch to me, it's still fun that Venus Williams' newest fashion line is called the Needlepoint Fashion Collection.
http://www.tennisidentity.com/2017/07/venus-williams-reveals-new-needlepoint-fashion-collection.html

Looks durn good on her, too!  If you are on the needlepoint tennis team, you can see more of the collection with the "needlepoint" floral patterns here.  Check out the backpack and tote!
http://www.tennis-warehouse.com/EleVen_Womens_Tennis_Apparel/catpage-WAELEVEN.html?=fromtenid

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The Embroiderer's Watch

When you get your tax refund, you might want to buy yourself the perfect embroiderer's watch.
https://hands-across-the-sea-samplers.com/metiers-d-arts-stitches-time/

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"Embroidery Thread to the Stars"

Fans of Game of Thrones will love to read about how Kreinik thread is used on the amazing costumes created by Michele Carragher.
http://kreinikthread.blogspot.com/2016/11/kreinik-embroidery-thread-to-stars.html

There's more information and videos on Michele's website.
http://www.michelecarragherembroidery.com/Queen-of-the-Desert-Gallery(3035276).htm

The costumes are astoundingly beautiful.  Have fun exploring, whether you watch Game of Thrones or not.
http://www.michelecarragherembroidery.com

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Chanel Discovers Needlepoint Handbags

Thanks to Jo I., I have a link to the latest Chanel handbag.
https://www.therealreal.com/products/women/handbags/small-bags/chanel-precious-symbols-needlepoint-pochette

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Womens Wear Daily and Stitching

Lycette Designs, never one to miss a fashionable moment, just noticed that resort wear for 2017 is all about mock ethnic embroidered accessories. 
http://wwd.com/accessories-news/trends/resort-trend-embroidered-accessories-10498423/

So if you are going to Palm Beach for the winter, better finish that belt, tote bag or shoe!

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Gucci or Tess & Thorn?

Tess &Thorn talk about the endless question--couture or custom?
http://www.tessandthorn.com/from-the-studio/2016/04/04/chapter-two

Personally I wouldn't pay for couture--I'd stitch my own.  Even the bag finishing is going to cost much less than a Gucci handbag.

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Needlepoint From Tory Burch

If you are a fan of the designer Tory Burch, you'll want to look at her needlepoint pillows. They are expensive and nothing special to us needlepointers, but it is interesting that a designer with a big following offers them.
https://www.toryburch.com/home/decor-accessories/decorative-pillows/?utm_medium=aff&utm_source=cj&utm_content=4441350

Vogue online also has a brief mention of needlepoint, but the last photo in their slide show is a machine made needlepoint rug, not the real thing.
http://www.vogue.com/13437143/how-to-steal-your-grandmas-style/

A lot of folks are noticing needlepoint but as a mass market craft, it's not taken off, unlike knitting.  Probably because it is expensive.  What do you think?

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Need a New Purse?

Need a new purse? Jo I. Christensen found one on sale and posted about it on Facebook. 
https://www.therealreal.com/products/women/handbags/shoulder-bags/chanel-precious-symbols-needlepoint-tote-3

Personally I think you could stitch a nicer one and pay for it to be finished by a very expensive finisher and still pay less than that!

How about this one?  Still, we can do better ourselves for much less, even for very high end finishing.
http://www.bagbliss.com/gucci/gucci-needlepoint-bamboo-bag/

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Embroiderers to the Royal Family

I fought you'd enjoy watching this video profile of Hand and Lock that Susan Elliott of Plays with Needles fame posted the link to.  The company is famous for their gold work, couture embroidery and military insignia.  Amazing to think that hand embroidery is still a viable profession in the 21st Century!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-iitj3ipEvk&feature=youtu.be

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Stitch Perfect

Time to get your needlepoint belts, bags and shoes out of the closet because we are ahead of the curve fashion-wise.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/why-embroidered-fashion-is-stitch-perfect-1440083638?tesla=y 

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On Trend

Some people might think needlepoint old fashioned, but designers are using all sorts of needlework on their luxury shoes for Spring 2015.  Time to break out that stitched purse or belt or shoes and strut your stuff with the best of them!
http://www.wwd.com/footwear-news/fashion/womens-trend-stitched-up-7856186

Many thanks to Needlework Retailer for noticing this article.

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Tired of Beading?

If you are tired of adding beads, sequins or crystals to your needlepoint canvas, this video might make you feel better about how lovely the end result will be after all that work.   Wait'll you see the veil on the wedding dress at the end!  The dress and veil are so heavy the model can barely walk and has to put her hands on hips to support the veil and of course to show it off even more.
http://www.eliesaab.com/en/haute-couture/fw-2013-2014#/en/haute-couture/fw-2013-2014/32/0

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Hand and Lock "Since 1767" UPDATED

Thanks to Needleprint I've discovered Hand and Lock, a British embroidery company that has been in business since 1767.   They do embroidery for military uniforms, for couture houses, for churches and theatre productions, and of course for individual commissions. 
http://www.handembroidery.com

Have fun exploring the site, reading about the staff and the classes they offer.

UPDATE:  I found more information on the company plus a video on the Embroidery for Ducks blog.  Enjoy!
http://embroideryforducks.com/2011/07/25/hand-lock-part-1/

http://embroideryforducks.com/2011/07/26/hand-lock-part-2/

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A Ralph Lauren Vest in Needlepoint

Mountain Shadow Studio stumbled across this on Etsy and shared the photo on Facebook. I had no idea that Ralph Lauren did needlepoint vests! 
http://www.etsy.com/listing/125713516/rare-1990-ralph-lauren-country-americana?ref=shop_home_active

I did a little hunting and found needlepoint belts-
http://www.polyvore.com/skull_bones_needlepoint_belt/thing?id=25491689

(although I must say I prefer the J. McLaughlins ones.)
http://www.papermag.com/2010/04/guy-ccessory_j_mclaughlins_nee.php

and also shoes and of course...
http://www.etsy.com/listing/173512150/vintage-ralph-lauren-flats-needle-point?ref=shop_home_active

...sheets and pillows.
http://www.houzz.com/photos/291961/Lauren-by-Ralph-Lauren-Poet-Society-Bed-Linens-Paisley-Wool-Needlepoint-Pillow--traditional-bed-pillows-and-pillowcases-

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Couture and Embroidery

Richard Saja, who embroiders on toile to create works of art, worked with the British fashion house Mother of Pearl for this fall season. 
http://historically-inaccurate.blogspot.com/2014/02/mother-of-pearl-aw-2014-collaboration.html

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