Jerry Kreinik–engineer, manufacturer, company founder–has never really retired, even though he is well into his 90s. For at least two hours every day, he can still be found working in his office […]

What’s on my nightstand? Stanford Wong Flunks Big Time, by Lisa Yee. “Tell me what you read and I’ll tell you who you are” is true enough, but I’d know you better […]

What’s on my mp3 player? The Willoughbys, by Lois Lowry. I suggest that the only books that influence us are those for which we are ready, and which have gone a little […]

The Needle and Thread: Stitching for Literacy program is a multi-faceted program. The annual Bookmark Challenge is just one facet. Another is raising money year-round for literacy through the sale of designated […]

I am on a stitch band jag, exploring their possibilities. Stitch bands are thin strips of needlework fabric: Aida, linen, and miscellaneous plainweaves. The bands are pre-finished on the long edges, making […]

Today is Opening Day for The Needlework Show. This is an online wholesale trade show that is open for public viewing and participation. Wholesale open to the public?! How is that possible? […]