Finally, A Stitcher’s Christmas #6!

If you’ve been following along with my series of pre-Christmas give-aways aimed at the Enthusiastic Embroiderer, you’ve seen some pretty jolly gifts so far! And from what I hear, are already enjoying their prizes! Just think – the next one could be you!

So let’s move on to give-away #6 in the series, shall we?

A Stitcher’s Christmas #6 is courtesy of the folks at Inspirations Studios, the publishers of Inspirations Magazine (the world’s most beautiful embroidery magazine) and other beautiful needlework publications.

A Stitcher’s Christmas #6 features a lovely little bundle of prizes – in fact, it features five bundles, one for each of five winners!

The first item in the package is a copy of Inspirations issue 96.

Now, if you’re not familiar with Inspirations magazine, I should probably tell you that receiving an issue of the magazine is like receiving a vacation in the mail. Every issue is a full-blown project book, replete with gorgeous embroidery projects, materials lists, patterns, and step-by-step instructions for each project in the book.

Each issue is also a masterpiece of photography & clear graphics, interesting stitching stories from around the globe, and readable columns to keep you up to date on needlework happenings. Accompanied by a cup of coffee and a comfy chair, the magazine provides a pleasant escape into the world of embroidery. You’ll find yourself perusing it from cover to cover, over and over!

In issue 96, some rather amazing embroidery projects cover a wide range of needlework techniques.

Whether you’re a beginner, an intermediate stitcher, or a pro who’s been plying the needle for years, there’s something for everyone in every issue!

In addition to the magazine, you’ll also receive a copy of the Inspirations calendar for 2018.

If you’re like me, you like to have a calendar (or two or three) hanging in your house to keep track of important dates and upcoming events.

Admittedly, I have three scattered about the manse – one in my kitchen marked with appointments and family happenings, one in my office space (read: bedroom, where my computer is) marked with work-related stuff, and one in my workroom where I do all my stitching stuff. The one in my workroom is always the Inspirations calendar. It features gorgeous needlework – and I love looking at gorgeous needlework! It keeps my creativity on its toes!

And what’s a needlework gift without something to get you stitching right away?

The third item in this package is a complete kit for Simple Stitches, two small hoop projects featuring a bright burst of cheery flowers and a vibrant lorikeet, designed by Chloe Redfern of the UK.

Chloe’s hoop art style is fun and imaginative, bursting with color, and utilizing simple stitches that are accessible to any level of stitcher. Because the projects are small, you get the satisfaction of a relatively quick finish! And because they’re relatively easy, the whole experience is one of relaxed enjoyment.

The kit includes ground fabric, felt, thread, and needles, and the instructions can be found in your brand new copy of Inspirations issue 96!

Give-Away Guidelines

If you’d like to join in on today’s give-away, please follow these guidelines:

1. Leave a comment on this article on Needle ‘n Thread. You can follow this link directly to the comment form, if you’re unsure of where to go.

Please do not leave your comment as a reply to someone else’s comment. Comments submitted via email or left on any other page or social media page are not eligible. The comment must be left on Needle ‘n Thread, at the end of this article.

2. Please fill out the comment form correctly. Here’s what you need to know about filling out the comment form:

Use a recognizable name in the “name” line (this can be first and last name, first name with last initial, a nickname, your first name and where you’re from, etc.); use a valid email address; leave the website line blank if you do not own and operate your own website; do not put any personal contact information in the comment area itself.

3. Answer the following in your comment:

What’s your favorite subject matter for embroidery? Are you a floral person, do you like stitching wildlife, do you like geometrics, stylized designs, sampler motifs, figures of people, exuberant Jacobean designs, wording, monograms, primitive figures or scenes, religious motifs, symbols, illustrations of stories or buildings or landscapes? In other words, what’s your Thing when it comes to embroidery designs?

4. Leave your comment before 5:00 am Central Time (that’s Kansas, USA time), Wednesday, December 20th. The winners will be randomly drawn that morning and announced here on Needle ‘n Thread.

5. Only one comment per person, please. The give-away is open to everyone.

And that’s all there is to it! The question might take a little thought, but other than that, the whole process is pretty simple. So go forth and comment, and hopefully, by the time the New Year gets a little underway, a beautiful package of these needlework goodies will land on your doorstep, eager to entertain you!

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