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Orts: Threads of Creativity

Is your thread this tidy?

Published over 2 years ago • 1 min read

Are you soothed by things organized neatly? Then you'll want to check out this thread storage.

I am not the most tidy person (just ask my husband!!) but boy I wish I was—especially after seeing just how nicely sorted this thread is. I use floss cards and clear storage boxes to organize my DMC floss, but the clothespin are very pleasing. Is your thread this tidy?

Scroll down for another affirming quilt, a sweet snail, and a helpful llama.

Thread organized in drawer
Ayeska Hübner

Thread organized on clothes pins
Sew Outside the Lines via DMC

Thread organized in storage box
Elise Bæk

Embroidery floss organized in a storage box
Bess Wilkins

Embroidery floss wrapped around clothes pins
Cheri Lehnow

Quilt that says, "No one belongs here more than you"

I am very into affirmation art (this pennant is one of my favorite things on my wall) and on quilt at this scale is spectacular. Public Library Quilts and Alice Gabb collaborated on this piece.

Stitch For Yourself

🏠 Still trying to master the lazy daisy? This sampler will help. When you're done, it's a landscape scene.

😸 Find your "happy place" when you stitch this pattern.

🦙 This llama hook holder is so cute! I really need to do myself a favor and learn amigurumi crochet.

🍄 Mushrooms are having a moment in embroidery. If you want a cute take on this trend, try this garden snail pattern.

☕️ Love coffee? Chances are you'll love this beginner-friendly embroidery.

⛰ Two mountains: one colorful Canadian peak and another made using a punch needle.

🪴 His and hers: a fern lady and cactus guy.

🧵 I purchased this cardigan coat pattern many, many, many months ago but have yet to make it. It seems perfect for fall—especially with a quilted material.

Orts: Threads of Creativity

Sara Barnes

Orts is newsletter collecting small snippets of creativity: embroiderers, textile artists, illustrators, DIY projects, and how we can make time for our creative endeavors. Published every Friday.

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