Back to Stitching - September
Below are some of the in stock patterns I have ready to ship! Find more in the drop down menu Patterns & Kits -> In stock Patterns. (Each listing will note how many copies)
Sampler September!
Spooky September
Cottage Garden Threads from Australia
I have just received a replenishment order of Cotton floss from this wonderful brand! Bright colours and funky variegated combinations! Below is the Paintbox Collection that is now fully in stock and you can purchase the entire collection of 28 colours
Floss (Cottage Garden Threads) - Paintbox Collection
It's beginning to look a lot like .... Christmas?
My CUSTOM MADE advent countdown calendar is back again this year. Each one is created based on your favourite colour mix and includes a mix of threads and supplies. Open a small gift each day as you count down to Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza or Orthodox Christmas.
You are also welcome to add a note to your order and the calendar can be created with your favourite colours in mind!
Orders will ship Mid November so that you are all ready to start at the beginning of December.
2024 Advent Countdown Calendar
November Weekend Retreat & Pop Up Store
This holiday season I am holding a weekend retreat and Pop Up Store - November 23 & 24, 2024 at Meadowlark Park Hall
Spend all day (9-5pm) stitching with friends and taking a break from the busy holiday season. Each afternoon is open to the public to come and shop! I have room for 2 vendors to join me for the weekend, email to find out more information.
This event is limited to 30 stitchers to retreat, sign up for your space today!
2024 November Retreat - Meadowlark Park Hall - Calgary
If you have a suggestion for a new item please email: embroiderymarketplace@gmail.com
These are some of the new items added during the Summer
New Stitching Stand - Built in Alberta!
I have a new stitching stand available, Trestles! What are they, you say!
Trestle are a European style of stitching stand used at the RSN (Royal School of Needlework) to support large Slate Frame/Stretcher Bars when working on long term projects. They support your work along both sides and can be raised and tilted to help you sit upright, not stressing your back.
The Trestles are made to order in 3 different wood types and can be special ordered in other woods (additional cost). Made to last a lifetime and with the fine finishing of classic handmade furniture, they will make an amazing centerpiece to your Craft-room or Livingroom.
$100 non-refundable deposit due when ordering and Robert estimates 4-6 weeks to process new orders. I will have a set of Walnut Trestles to show off at my Pop Up Event in August!
More Details - Trestles
Always in Stock
The Newest always in stock item is … DMC Perle #12 balls
There are some items that everyone needs to be in stock when you want it ... for me DMC floss is one of those items. It always frustrates me when you go into a store (who will remain nameless) and they are out of stock on most of the thread. You are all excited to start a new pattern and you are pulled down to Earth, your bubble bursts, your dreams are shattered .... well a little over the top but you all know the feeling.
I am going to create a core group of items that will always be in stock (barring unforeseen disasters ... like the zombie apocalypse or a ship stuck in the Suez Canal), I will try to have 2 skeins of each colour in stock.
Included in my "Always in Stock" are ....
DMC embroidery floss (solid & variegated)
DMC Perle Cotton #5 & #12! (other sizes by special order)
Weeks Dye Works Stranded Cotton
Appleton Crewel 2 ply wool (skeins only)
Classic Colorworks Cotton floss
Mill Hill Seed Beads (size 11 & 15)
"Always in Stock" DMC (Floss, Perle #5 & Perle #12)
Calgary and Area Delivery
I am happy to offer delivery on your order within Calgary and Area, for a small fee.
Delivery is now an option when you finalize your cart. I have divided Calgary and the surrounding area into delivery zones. If you would like to know if your area is included please email me. I am now including Airdrie, Cochrane, Strathmore and High River areas.
For in stock items I am happy to delivery within 48 hours (Depending on the Crazy Calgary Weather - Blizzards in September are a possibliity here!)
If you would like to continue Social Distancing, I am also happy to delivery to porches and mailboxes, add it to the notes on your order or email me.
I also offer curbside pick up at my 'store'/condo, you will see this option at checkout.
Stitch with PRIDE - the Alex: Community Health Centre
I want to thank everyone who purchased a Rainbow Stitches (Stitch with PRIDE) kit this June. $325.00 was raised and $350.00 was donated July 3rd.
After talking to a LGBTQ2S+ friend of mine I have picked the Alex: Community Health Center for the donation. They focus on health for homeless youth, including a Mobile Health bus but also have support for mental health and wellness. As I was reminded, when youth don't find support in their homes from their families they can end up homeless and on the streets. Find out more about the Alex below
the Alex: Our Story
Monthly Adventures in Embroidery - 2024 Newsletters
September Adventure - Back to Stitching →
July Adventure - Featuring Designer Jardin Privé and Les Olympiades des Gnomes →
June Adventure - Wrendale Designs and Patterned Fabric →
May Adventure - Featured technique Hardanger →
Embroidery Marketplace, Inc. is located in Calgary, Alberta also known as by the Blackfoot name Moh-kíns-tsis. Situated on Treaty 7 territory and home of the Kainai, Piikani, Siksika, Tsuut’ina, Stoney-Nakoda Nations and Métis Nation, Region 3