News From Quail Run Needlework - Amazon Web...

The Quail’’s Quill News From Quail Run Needlework

June 2011

Mercardo del Lago Center

8320 N. Hayden Rd

Suite C112

Scottsdale, AZ 85258

480-551-1423

480-551-1425 (fax)

800-635-9750 (toll free)

www.quailrun-inc.com

Email

[email protected]

Hours

Monday-Friday

10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

Saturday

10:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Sunday

Owner

Susan E. Barlow

Specializing In

Custom, Innovative

Finishing

From Susan’s

Desk

We are off to a great start for the summer with great kids classes and

Beat the Heat Classes. There is a discount coupon for finishing these

projects included with the class. Don't forget the adorable angel canvas

being taught in our June Ornament of the Month class. With all our new

threads, beads and embellishments, it has been fun putting together classes

that teach new techniques.

I‘m excited to introduce new beads to the shop. They come in size 8, 11

and 14. My favorites are the triangles in a wood tone that I have used on

houses and trees. The multicolor tubes come in great mixtures good for

seasonal projects. Southwest projects are enhanced by the new turquoise

beads. Plus, gold tone embellishments can be used for door handles of cars

and doors.

I had fun incorporating beads into the bracelet featured in this month‘s

newsletter. I am working with a jewelry designer to create pins as well as

pendants and bracelets. The canvases to chose from will include geometric,

floral, holiday and southwest designs. I have been asked to do a pin for a

group so if you have a school or group who would like a design in their

colors, let me know.

Next month look forward to a preview of the new Quail Run Designs that

will be offered at the Summer Market. The designs are done, now I am busy

stitching. When these are displayed, look for some creative finishing to

complement the designs.

Lots of other new items arriving daily including summer beach treasures

from Susan Roberts—stocking cuffs—"OMG", "LOL" and "BFF" canvases from

Elizabeth Turner—new Dovo scissor styles—and new purse designs from

Melissa Prince to list a few. Linda Lahm's colorful pinwheels, as seen in

Needlepoint Now, are here with a beautiful French beaded flower for the

center and accessories for finishing.

I have a wonderful 'Wall of Fame‘ digital picture frame on the counter by

the register. I enjoy adding your wonderful stitched projects to this gallery.

If you have framed or finished pieces you would like me to add, please email

a picture. I would love to show your work!

This will be a busy and creative summer. There are many new projects

to line up for the fall, as well as, our Quail Run and national teacher class

schedules to finalize.

Stay cool and happy stitching!

Susan

I‘m going to stop punishing my children by saying, ―Never mind! I‘ll do it myself.‖ ~ Erma Bombeck

Quail Run Needlework, Inc.

8320 N. Hayden Road, Suite C112, Scottsdale, AZ 85258

New From

Dallas Market

The shop is overflowing with new items from the Dallas market. Below are

a few more that we couldn‘t squeeze in last month‘s edition.

Angels are always a popular theme for

canvas work and Susan Roberts gets very

innovative with her new designs.

Angelic 3-D heads grace the finished

canvas to make these angels very

sweet indeed.

Painted Pony bring us a second

angel—this one celebrating our beautiful Grand

Canyon State.

Threadworx produces this premium

hand overdyed Kreinik metallic in 45 brilliant

colors. 10 yard skeins come in size 4, 8 and 12

braid. Spanish Olives, Chili Peppers, Shortcake,

Wild Poppies are just a few of the gorgeous colors

to chose from to bring sparkle to your canvas.

For charted design enthusiasts,

Laura J. Perin Designs brings us the

“American Quilt Collection.”



Featured

Stitcher

The staff and students at Quail Run are lucky that Deborah Lundgren often chooses to

frequent the shop. Deborah is an avid stitcher who has mastered the art of needlework.

Her canvases are diverse, each stitch perfectly executed, and her selection of fibers and

stitches creative and artful. She‘s excited about the art of needlework; and to all that

know her, Deborah openly shares enthusiasm and vast knowledge.

When Quail Run asked me to be the featured stitcher for the

newsletter, I was flattered and honored to be chosen from among so many other talented stitchers I have met

here. It has been a joy to see all the wonderful ideas springing forth from beautiful canvases.

My history as a needlepointer starts with learning the craft from my maternal grandmother. As with most of

us, the hands of our ancestors were always kept busy. Yiayia (Greek for grandmother) was

multi-talented and she shared these talents with me starting at age 7 with embroidery. She had started to

needlepoint a piano bench cover but after she finished all of the flowers in the piece, she became allergic to

the wool. My mother started on the background but soon gave up on it. We can all relate! After Yiayia‘s

death in 1965, I made it my mission to complete the piece. It is now at it‘s rightful place at my mother‘s

square grand piano still in my

grandmother‘s home.

I continued to stitch with friends of Yiayia‘s until they talked me into opening a shop. In 1976, The

|Needlepointer was born in Reno and my grandfather was mortified because he said I would never meet a

husband in the needlework business. At the first Market I went to, I met Kent who was the first rep for

Sunset Designs and after ‗buying his line‘ we married!

In those days, we were just starting to use decorative stitches but only using Paternayan wool. I had met a

forward thinker who taught me to think beyond the continental stitch and I learned the beginning versions of

the multitude of different stitches we use today.

Needlepoint has been my passion to learn, experiment, share, and develop. It is my life and it is my

greatest love – after my family of course!

Look for Deborah‟s „stitching guidelines‟ in next month‟s newsletter.

Quail Run thanks Deborah for accepting our invitation to be our ‗Featured Stitcher‘. She

graciously shared her thoughts and opened her home so we could photograph her work and

write this piece.

Thank you….

Susan



Featured

Stitcher

The staff and students at Quail Run are lucky that Deborah Lundgren often

chooses to frequent the shop. Deborah is an avid stitcher who has mastered the art

of needlework. Her canvases are diverse, each stitch perfectly executed, and her

selection of fibers and stitches creative and artful. She‘s excited about the art of

needlework; and to all that know her, Deborah openly shares enthusiasm and

vast knowledge.

When Quail Run asked me to be the featured stitcher for the

newsletter, I was flattered and honored to be chosen from among so

many other talented stitchers I have met here. It has been a joy to see

all the wonderful ideas springing forth from beautiful canvases.

My history as a needlepointer starts with learning the craft from my

maternal grandmother. As with most of us, the hands of our ancestors

were always kept busy. Yiayia (Greek for grandmother) was

multi-talented and she shared these talents with me starting at age 7

with embroidery. She had started to needlepoint a piano bench cover

but after she finished all of the flowers in the piece, she became allergic

to the wool. My mother started on the background but soon gave up on it. We can all relate! After Yiayia‘s death

in 1965, I made it my mission to complete the piece. It is now at it‘s rightful place at my mother‘s square grand

piano still in my grandmother‘s home.

I continued to stitch with friends of Yiayia‘s until they talked me into opening a shop. In 1976, The

Needlepointer was born in Reno and my grandfather was mortified because he said I would never meet a husband

in the needlework business. At the first Market I went to, I met Kent who was the first rep for Sunset Designs and

after ‗buying his line‘ we married!

In those days, we were just starting to use decorative stitches but only using Paternayan wool. I had met a

forward thinker who taught me to think beyond the continental stitch and I learned the beginning versions of the

multitude of different stitches we use today.

Needlepoint has been my passion to learn, experiment, share, and develop. It is my life and it is my greatest

love – after my family of course!

Look for Deborah‟s stitching guidelines in next month‟s newsletter.

Quail Run thanks Deborah for accepting our invitation to be our ‗Featured Stitcher‘. She

graciously shared her thoughts and opened her home so we could photograph her work and

write this piece.

Thank you…. Susan



Featured

Stitcher A few of Deborah Lundgren‘s finished works.

The garden chair is beaded to bring it to life & capture the

eye. Flowers are 3-dimensional, some done in picot, others

in ribbon, and yet others are metal models, with just the

right amount of beading to accentuate. An exceptional

embellishment is the perfectly scaled lace that serves as a

hand cloth and drapes the edge of the table.

This framed Sharon G canvas captures what

Deborah does so well—combines the perfect

stitch with a striking, unusual thread—all the

while executing a perfect blend of colors!

This great geometric

design makes a perfect

insert for this functional

bag. What better way

to carry needlework

back and forth to class

and stitching sessions.

These two pieces are beautifully

paired to create a focal point above

the family‘s living room‘s fireplace.

The rich colors and dimensional

stitches make the country side

design look lifelike. While the fruit

has an appealing dreamy quality.



Not To Be

Missed The May trunk show came from Waterweave, and with

it some great finished models.

Although no longer in the store, we like to include ‗Not to Be Missed‘ which displays the finished

models sent by the designers along with their trunk shows. At times we get a glimpse at how a

seemingly ‗ordinary‘ canvas can become spectacular! At other times, we are inspired or

gleam a finishing idea for our own projects. Susan



Alice Hall is always a wealth of information and ideas. Last month

she gave us three wonderful techniques for beginning and ending

threads. This month, Alice shares a couple more.

Alice’s

Wonderland of

Needlework

Hello Fellow Stitchers:

When beginning where there is existing stitching use a "Bargello Tuck", as known as a "Lock Stitch".

On the underside pull the thread gently under existing stitches until the tail is buried, then take the needle

back in the opposite direction first going over the top of a thread or two of the stitched area and then back

under threads. This will form a "U" shape with your end of your new thread and when pulled on will lock

itself in place. With rayon threads you should repeat this tuck one more time. If you could see it, it would

now look like an "S".

The "Bargello Tuck"/"Lock Stitch" is the best way to end your threads, it will not come undone. When

ending threads always cut the thread close to the canvas, for a neat back. Also, you will not catch the

"spaghetti" with you new thread and pull it to the front and into your stitching.

One more thought on beginning and ending threads on your canvas when stitching Basketweave.

Always - always begin or end vertical or horizontal, never on the diagonal. Basketweave is a diagonal stitch

and if you run your needle and thread through the back of the basketweave on the diagonal it will cause a

very noticeable "dimpled" line on the front of your canvas.

Happy Stitching until we meet again. Alice

What’s

New We have new accessories arriving weekly!

What better way to display your handiwork—

than to wear it. These jewelry pieces—pin,

pendant & bracelet—come in different finishes

and are designed to be fitted with your stitched

piece. This is a Quail Run exclusive!

Beads, beads & more beads. You can

choose from a selection of matching

embellishment beads. Or if you‘re looking

for a single one-of-a-kind bead, that‘s

available as well.



Marie Barber is the designer behind Colors of Praise. She is a

trained artist which is evident when you see the beautifully

designed canvases she creates.

June

Trunk Shows



Beat the

Heat Classes We‘re all challenged when it comes to surviving Arizona‘s 100+ degree

summers. To help you make the most of the season, Quail Run has

scheduled summer classes. We invite you to sign-up for a project class,

bring a friend, learn something new, and stitch to your heart‘s content—all in

the cool comfort of our air conditioned shop.

July 15th

&

August 19th

June

17th

Please call the shop to sign-up or to obtain more details.

(Projects shown are ‗works in progress.‘)

„Twas the Night Before Christmas is a fun

canvas from Strictly Christmas. The class is a

great way to learn different ribbon stitches and

bows, as well as beading techniques. Your project

can be finished as an ornament, standup, or small

pillow.

This Heart Bordered Santa is a sweet canvas by

Emily Garcia. In addition to the fun of stitching,

you‘ll learn how to use overdye thread in great

stitches, a quick beard technique and a darning

pattern for the background.

With each class, you‘ll receive a coupon for a 10% discount for finishing the class project.

10% Off



Ah, summer, what power you have to make us suffer and like it.~ Russel Baker

Jill Rigoli,

Danji Designs

In April, Quail Run was fortunate to have Jill Rigoli, of Danji Designs, share her

needlework expertise with students at a Saturday enhancement class. Along with her

she brought two completed models — Halloween mice, by Danji designer Lainey

Daniels. She also shared a Laurel Burch canvas that is her ―work in progress‖.

The beading adds a great touch! The combination of fabulous threads and

stitches make this work in progress

absolutely stunning.

HO HO HO

It‘s never too early to start thinking about

holiday decorations—at least not for to a

needlepointer.

We all know that with the fall season comes

the deadline for finishing holiday pieces.

Well, the shop is throwing out a little

nudge—and offering a discount on finishing

for pieces submitted early.

So get stitching and look for the details

in next month‟s newsletter.

Christmas

in

July With summer break just around the

corner, Quail Run has scheduled summer

needlepoint classes for children.

Saturday, June 11th

Saturday, July 9th

Saturday, August 13th

Class Time: 10:00 to noon

Each child must be accompanied by an adult

throughout the class.

Sign-up early, seating is limited.

Kids’

Stitching



The Shop’s

Bookshelf

We love to keep our bookshelves stocked with new, as well as tried and true,

needlework books. Some help us with basic stitching, while others address

specific subjects and types of needlework. Regardless, they all serve as great

tools for the serious and amateur stitcher.

SharonG‟s Needlepoint SENSE

(Simply Essential Needlepoint

Stitch Explantions)

By

SharonG

Anyone who has been around needlepoint for even

a short time, knows the name ‗SharonG‘. As a

needlepoint designer, she provides us with some of

the most beautiful and creative canvases on the

market. Fortunately, she has taken her talent one

step further and put her needlework experience

into words.

―SharonG‘s Needlepoint SENSE‖ is an easy to use

guide. At it‘s basic level, almost 70 stitches are

clearly described and diagramed. What elevates

this book is the categorization of those stitches

which helps stitchers decide when and where to use

them. Categories are:

Stitches with very low texture & minimal pattern

Allows the stitched area to recede.

Stitches with medium texture and no diagonal flow

Useful for areas w/ no diagonal flow. Many

lend themselves to the inclusion of beads.

Stitches with a well-defined diagonal flow

Creates motion and can be enhanced with

the use of different thread within the

pattern.

Armed with the knowledge of which stitches adapt

to which areas and applications, makes the

stitcher‘s job easier and ensures a finished project

that will be beautifully executed.

SharonG tells us in the book‘s introduction that this

is just the first in a series.

We can‟t wait to see what follows!

Everything Blackwork is New Again

By

Julia Key H. Snyder

We always hear that ‗all things come around‘.

Apparently so, evidenced by the resurgence of

Blackwork.

Blackwork embroidery is a counted-thread technique

that can be traced back to the

16th century (and per some

accounts, much earlier).

Stitches were used to create

complex and intricate designs,

often employed to embellish

garments or household items

such as bed linens.

Today, Blackwork has found its way to the

needlepoint canvas. At times, it is employed to

allow the canvas to show through; and at other

times, it‘s stitched over other stitches for contrast.

It has a place in backgrounds and borders alike.

Regardless of the application, it serves as a great

enhancement.





Upcoming

Ornament of

the Month

Classes

―Ornament of the Month‖ classes are held the 3rd Saturday of each month.

Canvas, fibers and instructional material are included in all classes.

―Ornament of the Month‖ classes are held each month. They are a collection of

unique projects employing a broad variety of needlework techniques. Projects

are designed to be quick and easy to complete.

Holiday Angel

June‘s angel is a Quail Run design and comes in 3

versions. One angel is dressed in blue and is playing

a mandolin, another has purple clothing and is

holding a garland, and the third is draped in blue

and holding a basket of poinsettias. Quantities vary

per design so students will select their choice on a

first come first serve basis.

Stitch guides for each are by Alice Hall. Canvas size

8x10.

June

Mini Shopping Bag

How sweet and festive are these mini bags! The

Christmas tree design will be used for our class

project. Use your bag to present a special

holiday gift, or hang it on the tree.

The chart will have designs for 6 different bags.

These bags come from designer Carolyn Mitchell.

Canvas size is 9x11 on white opalescence

canvas.

July

August

Susan Portra is a nationally

known needlepoint designer

who focuses on geometric

designs.

This particular Portra design is

number 13 in a series, entitled

―Cabochon.‖

This charted needlepoint piece

measures 8x10.



Quail Run Needlework Calendar

June 2011

Open Stitching: Come join fellow needlework enthusiasts for a few hours of stitching.

Stitch Studio: Bring a new or old project to life with a wonderful array of threads and amazing stitches.

Private Lesson: A one-on-one experience is the perfect way to get started learning the art of needlepoint.

Canvas Enhancement: Receive expert instruction and creative ideas on the threads and stitches to employ on your

current needlepoint project.

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

Stitch Studio

10:30-12:30

2

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

3

Stitch Studio

1:30-3:30

4

Canvas Enhancement

9:00-noon &

1:00-4:00

5

Closed

6 7

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

Private Lesson

10:00-noon &

1:00-3:00

8

Stitch Studio

10:30-12:30

9

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

10

Stitch Studio

1:30-3:30

11

Children‘s Class

10:00-noon

12

Closed

13 14

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

Private Lesson

10:00-noon &

1:00-3:00

15

Stitch Studio

10:30-12:30

16

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

17

Beat the Heat

Project Class

11:00-3:00

18

Ornament of the Month

9:00-noon

Canvas Enhancement

1:00-4:00

19

Closed

20 21

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

Private Lesson

10:00-noon &

1:00-3:00

22

Stitch Studio

10:30-12:30

23

Japanese Embroidery

Open Stitching

10:00-4:00

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

24

Stitch Studio

1:30-3:30

25

Japanese Embroidery

Open Stitching

10:00-4:00

26

Closed

27 28

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

Private Lesson

10:00-noon &

1:00-3:00

29

Stitch Studio

10:30-12:30

30

Open Stitching

1:00-4:00

News From Quail Run Needlework - Amazon Web...

Documents

Transcript of News From Quail Run Needlework - Amazon Web...