Spring - is it gone before it arrives?

 

Spring is coming to an end but in some ways it feels like it's just getting started.  It has been a cool spring with a lot of rain, and little sun.  Gardens have been delayed, the plants are shivering in the wind!  I'm dreaming of strawberries, but they are patiently waiting for the sun to help them flower and bear fruit. 

The forecast for June is more favorable than March with temperatures rising to more seasonal norms.  I literally feel like I've missed Spring (my favorite time of year), but we were fortunate to have witnessed the beautiful cherry blossoms around the city before the petals shed their flowers.

The last few years has been full of changes, endings, and beginnings.  It has been a real roller coaster.  A lot has happened since my last post, personally and professionally.  We have been low on some goods, stocked up on others, but have been working to replenish inventory and product so you can continue with your knitting and stitching projects.  It is always a challenge adding to the website, but we are working on it as we can. 

We have seen so many creative projects and have met so many people "trying" stitching and knitting for the first time.  It is wonderful to see others discover the peacefulness that can be obtained when creating something with your own hands.  It is a great opportunity to let go of all that is happening in the world, just for the moment. 

Take some time to slow down and tap into a more meditative practice of picking up needle and thread, pouring a cup of tea (or coffee), and really giving that project your full attention.

Small Things by The Drawn Thread

Stitched on 32ct. Natural Linen, 91 x 29 stitches.  Chart only $13.50

 

New Satsuma Street cross stitch charts

These adorable cross stitch designs by Satsuma Street will brighten up anyone's day .  Little Bertie the bird, Ellie the elephant, and Myrtle the tortoise are 66 stitches wide x 65 stitches high (4.6" x 4.7" and are stitched on 28ct Flax Cashel linen using 2 stands of floss. Chart only $11.95

 

New Tamar Embroidery Kits

 

Monstera Monkey Lady 8" x 8"

Kit includes: printed fabric,  illustrated color and stitch guide, embroidery DMC threads and Needle.  Kit $27.95

Monstera Folklore Lady 8" x 8" 

Kit includes: printed fabric,  illustrated color and stitch guide, embroidery DMC threads and Needle.  Kit $27.95

 

Caprice Blue Needlepoint Kit

Designed by Candace Bahouth

Delicate Summer wildflowers on a sky blue background.

This Ehrman Tapestry kit includes a printed 100% cotton canvas, 100% pure new wool, needle, and an easy to follow guide.

20.5" x 20.5" (52cm x 52cm)

10 mesh canvas  $175

 

Hollington Wood Needlepoint Kit

 

 Designed by Alison Gee

Alison Gee was head designer at Morris & Co. reinterpreting and updating some of Morris's famous works as well as creating new designs inspired by the past. Classic with a modern twist, this is the look she brings to her new range of needlepoint kits for Ehrman.

This kit includes a printed 100% cotton canvas, 100% pure new wool, needle, and an easy to follow guide.

18" x 18" (45cm x 45cm)

10 mesh canvas $169

 

Buttons

Flower buttons 1 1/4"  $2.50

Ceramic butterfly 1"  $3.00

 

Estelle Eco Cotton DK yarn

100% organic cotton, 4.0mm needle, 22 stitches, 125m, 50gm  $6.50

This yarn would make great booties, kitchen accessories, children's wear, or a cotton summer top.

 

Please email us or call us if you are looking for something specific and we'd be happy to help.  If you see anything on these blog pages that are not on the website yet, feel free to call or email us. 250-384-8781  info@buttonedup.com