Introduction
"Needles,
Needles, Needles..."
Carol
Duval Episode 1 #1749
A
Needle By Any Other Name...
Scissors,
Getting to the Point of It All
As
I Measure
So,
What's a Scissor Fob?
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“So,
What's a "Scissor Fob"?”
A
scissor fob, you are thinking. What in the world is that? How can
it relate to needlework gadgets? Do I need one? Do I already have
one and don’t know it? Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm………..
A
Scissor fob is one of the sweet little “doo-dahs” that
once you have one you wonder how you got along without it (or
them, as I have over 200!!). They are a sort of pincushion, that
has a ribbon or cording attached to a corner or side. This slips
onto one side of a scissor ear. (Have you ever heard that term
before? It is one of the finger rings!).
This
pincushion is just the most perfect place to place your needle
when you are cutting your next length of thread. Then, you ALWAYS
know where the needle is! Plus, they are so cute. They can be
stitched in any medium you choose, quilted, counted thread, crocheted,
knitted, needlepoint, embroidery…now you can see why I
have so many of them!
They
are usually about 2 to 3 inches square but I have long slim ones,
round ones, cubed ones, it goes on and on. The most exciting
thing about them is that they can be made to suit your fancy.
Color selections of thread, fabrics and stitches are part of
the fun in making them. Remember, to stuff them with a appropriate
filler – sawdust, emery, or wool fill are some of the best.
Here
is an easy counted cross-stitch pattern. You get to select your
color of fabric, thread and ribbon. Click
here for the instructions in a pdf file.
Enjoy!
Susan
Still
Stitching,
Susan Greening Davis
The “Original Gadget Gal”
Check out Susan’s web site to see where you can study with her.
www.susangreeningdavis.com
For
more information on ALL of Susan’s international travels
and teachings send a SASE to:
Susan Greening Davis
DMC International Teacher of the Year
Post Office Box 103
St. Louis, Michigan 48880
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