Favorite Finds
Clover Hold It Precision Stiletto
Finishing a stitched piece comes with a great sense of accomplishment, and then deciding on how to display the project brings a world of possibilities, especially when moving beyond framing. Whether that stitched beauty is destined to be an ornament, a pin keep, a scissors sheath or a small wall hanging, getting a crisp corner during the sewing process can be a challenge. Enter the Hold It Precision Stiletto from Clover.
Made from a strong, heat-resistant resin, the Hold It Precision Stiletto allows stitchers to maneuver fabric right up to the edge of a needle or iron. One end of the stiletto features a sharp, curved tip, which allows fabric manipulation without allowing the stiletto to get in the way. The other end features a silicone-coated tip that is beveled to allow for more friction in holding pieces in place. The stiletto retails for under $13 and is available at craft stores nationwide. For more information or to order, visit www.clover-usa.com.
Frosted Pumpkin Needle Minders
Keep track of your needles in style with these adorable needle minders from The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery. Handmade from natural wood from that has been smoothed to protect delicate needlework fabric, these minders feature a super-strong magnet that will hold as many needles as you can fit on the design area. When not in use for stitching, the precious designs can be displayed on a fridge or other metal surface for a little dose of Halloween fun.
Jack the pumpkin makes a grand appearance on each needle minder from the sassy pair at The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery, Amanda and Ashleigh. Whether Jack is paired up with a candy-filled pumpkin, riding on a broom against a star-filled night sky or mixing up a potion with a pair of spooky friends, these needle minders are guaranteed to bring smiles when stitching.
Retailing for $8, The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery needle minders are available at needlework stores and directly from The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery. For more information, to see more photos or to order, visit www.thefrostedpumpkinstitchery.com.
Dinky-Dyes Pumpkin & Autumn Scissors
Usher in the cool breezes and crisp evenings of autumn with a beautiful pair of scissors that celebrate the season’s iconic pumpkins and vivid blooms. The Pumpkin Scissors are covered in rich, deep-orange–colored pumpkins and tiny acorns while the Autumn Scissors feature a garden of plum and crimson mums atop dark green leaves. These sharp beauties hail from Dinky-Dyes, originally started in Perth, Australia, and now based in Henderson, Nev. Dinky-Dyes offers stitchers a rainbow array of silk floss and ribbons, along with a grand assortment of colorful and fun scissors. Nearly every holiday is represented in their amazing collection, along with fun designs like flamingos, cats and dogs. Measuring about 4" in length from handle to point, the scissors are perfect for any size stitching bag and any project, even delicate cutwork. The opening and closing on these scissors is smooth and fluid, even fresh from the package, which means fewer headaches and struggles when snipping floss or trimming fabric to size.
Retailing for $12, Dinky Dyes’ scissors are available at needlework stores and directly from Dinky Dyes. For more information, to see more photos or to order, visit www.dinkydyes.com.