Theresa's Basket is where to find the newest designs, fibers and products which meet the stringent quality control standards of ... well ... Theresa! Occasionally I throw in something older, but that's been requested again recently, or I think it has great style. This list changes monthly, but you will be able to go back and look at previous months' lists by following the month links above. Supplies needed are listed along side each design, but if you have questions, send me an e-mail, and I'll do my best to fill you in on whatever you need to know. If you've seen something new (or old) elsewhere that you'd like me to get for you, I'm always happy to fill special orders.
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| Ukranian Antique Linen I found some antique Ukranian hand-loomed linen from approximately 100 years ago from an online antiques dealer. About 28/30 count and a natural color. You could cross stitch on this defintitely, or buy a bunch and put it on display, use it for sewing projects, or just get it because, hey, when are you going to find this again? Quantities limited. If you buy multiple yards, I will send as one piece (rather than as individual cut yards). Would be gorgeous as a table runner. The possibilities are nearly endless. The linen is not. Price: Approximately 11" wide $19.50/yard; approximately 17 1/2" wide $30.00/yard |
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| Wooden Spools More sleuthing...found these gorgeous handmade wooden spools made in Boise, Idaho from maple and finished with local beeswax and organic jojoba oil. Sizes range from 3 1/4" to 4 1/4" tall. Delightful. Use these to wrap thread, ribbon, antique lace, scraps of linen, or just put them on display by themselves. Price is per spool. Order a bunch! Price: $8.00 each |
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| Tea Party by The Victoria Sampler Fabric: 28 ct. Vintage Country Mocha Cashel Threads: Accessories Pack comes with threads/beads for $41.30 Price: $15.00 |
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| Peace and Joy by The Drawn Thread Fabric: 32 ct. Dirty Belfast linen Threads: Needlepoint Silk 142, 706, 991; Threadworx 1028, 1048, 1089; Rainbow Gallery Wisper W88 Extras: Mill Hill 02062 and other embellishments/finishing supplies Price: $10.00 |
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| Christmas Tree KIT 2009 by Mirabilia Kit comes with full skeins of over-dyed and Kreinik fibers, Mill Hill beads and embellishments. You supply your own fabric (or I can send you some!) Price: $60.00 |
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| Sew Necessary by Art to Heart Tons of sewing projects for needlework smalls -- fobs, bags, ornaments, you name it. A fun addition to your stash. Price: $18.00 |
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| Spring Social Series: Birdhouse Garden by Country Cottage Needleworks Fabric: 28 ct. Lambswool Linen (Wichelt Imports) Each graph in this series (there are five) comes with the silks to stitch that design. You can get these automatically, or just get the ones you like the very best. Price: $14.00 (for first design -- each design/thread pack is $14.00) |
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| Time for God by Lizzie Kate Fabric: 30 ct. Cappuccino Linen (WDW) Threads: Weeks Dye Works Baked Apple, Chestnut, Cocoa, Guacamole, Madison Rose, Moss, Parchment, Seafoam, Whiskey Price: $8.00 |
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| Sports Line-Up by The Trilogy Fabric: 32 ct. Natural Belfast Linen Threads: Weeks Dye Works Deep Sea, Brick, Whitewash, Galvanized, Sweet Potato; Sampler Threads Maple Syrup, Old Hickory, Nutmeg, Garden Gate, Ohio Lemon Pie, Pine; Crescent Colours Sunkissed, Blackbird Price: $7.00 |
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| Glow by Just Nan Limited supply/Limited Edition $37.00 (comes with tin, finishing supplies, embellishments...you'll need DMC floss, Kreinik floss and Opalescent Sparkling Promise Cashel) |
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| Once Upon a Time: Believe by Little House Needleworks Fabric: 28 ct. Putty Cashel Linen Chart comes with silk threads -- you can get all three pieces, or just your favorites. Price: $15.00 each |
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| Carol Singers Sampler by The Victoria Sampler Fabric: 28 ct. Smokey Pearl Cashel Linen Threads: Accessories Pack comes with threads/beads for $76.50 Price: $15.00 |
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| Twelve Days: Bellpull Sampler and Ornaments by The Victoria Sampler Fabric: 28 ct. Natural Cashel Linen Threads: Accessories Pack comes with threads/beads for $77.20 Price: $18.00 |
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| Grape Thread Keeper by Chatelaine Fabric: Cream Belfast; Wisteria 32 ct. Belfast (by Lakeside Linens) Threads: Silk N Colours the Lavenders, Silvered Celery; Waterlilies Blue Lavender (2), Black Forest, Antique Brass, Kelp, Golden Grains; Wildflowers Copper Price: $26.00 (comes with embellishments) |
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| Chenille Trim I did my homework and found chenille trim like that used by Blackbird Designs for all of their finishing (pincushions, etc.) It's great stuff -- you could dye it or use it as-is (a natural kind of color). They told me if you wash it or dye it, and then dry it, it'll fluff up. Price: $10.00 for 20 yards |
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| Peace on Eart Sampler by Cedar Hill Fabric: 28 ct. Irish Cream Linen (R&R) Threads: DMC floss; Chestnut Pearl Cotton #8 Price: $7.00 |
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| New Weeks Dye Works Floss Colors New colors are Madison Rose, Grasshopper, Swiss Chocolate, Blue Jeans Price: $2.00 each |
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| Live Simply by Lizzie Kate Fabric: 30 ct. Almond Bar Linen (WDW) Threads: Weeks Dye Works Begonia, Carrot, Emma's Pink, Linen, Moss, Scuppernong; DMC floss Price: $4.50 |
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| A Total Waste of Make-Up by Lizzie Kate Fabric and embellishment come with graph. You supply your own Sampler Threads. Price: $16.00 |
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| Pincushion for The Simple Things I've had these pincushions on order for months, and they're in! $20.00 for the hand-made pincushion stand to go with "The Simple Things" by Blackbird Designs (Graph is $9.00 and comes with a sampler design (not pictured) and the pincushion design as shown). Price: $20.00 |
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| Hanna Boone by Primitive Traditions Fabric: 36 ct. Exemplar (Lakeside Linens) Threads: NPS 631, 752, 582, 696, 643, 342, 982, 774, 245, 243, 746, 123, 876, 787, 324, 512, 204, 407, 481, 926, 121, 693, 305, 181, 992, 991B Price: $12.00 |
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| Floss Stick by Sudberry House Will hold 20 color of floss! The magnet helps you keep track of your needles. Price: $9.00 |
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| Yarn Stick by Sudberry House Organize more threads on this stick with larger holes. A magnet for needles helps you out. Price: $10.00 |
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| Dogs Leave Paw Prints by Lizzie Kate Fabric: 30 ct. Cappuccino Linen Threads: Weeks Dye Works Bright Leaf, Charcoal, Deep Sea, Kris' Bon Bon, Liberty, Moss, Sky Price: $4.50 |
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| Hoe Hoe Hoe by Notforgotten Farm Fabric: 18 ct. Linen Aida Threads: DMC Floss Price: $8.00 |
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| Joy by Little House Needleworks Fabric: 28 ct. Vintage Buttercream Linen (Lakeside Linens) Threads: DMC Floss Extras: Mill Hill 02012 Price: $6.00 |
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| Turkey Hunt by The Trilogy Fabric and embellishments come with graph. Threads requied: Sampler Threads Gold Leaf, Heirloom Gold, Picnic Basket, Dried Thyme, Endive, Summer Meadow, Sarsaparilla, Portabella, Pumpkin Pie; Weeks Dye Works Brick, Swamp Water Price: $19.00 |
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| Poisnettia House by Little House Needleworks Fabric: 28 ct. Vintage Light Exemplar (Lakeside Linens) Threads: DMC floss; Crescent Colours Roasted Chestnut, Timber, Clay Pot, Weeping Willow, Wild Berries Price: $8.00 |
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| October Harvest by Blackbird Designs Fabric: R&R Apple Brown Bindy, Flax Fields, Friendship Blend 30 count linen Threads: Sampler Threads Wood Trail, Weathered Barn, Old Hickory, Brethren Blue, Old Red Paint, Tarnished Gold, Pumpkin Pie, Grecian Gold, Mulberry, Endive, Maple Syrup, Parchment, Apple Cider Price: $9.00 |
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| Splendid September by Blackbird Designs Fabric: American Chestnut, Friendship Blend, 18th Century Mustard Seed 30 ct. linen (R&R) Threads: Sampler Threads Grecian Gold, Wood Trail, Daisy, Chives, Tarnished Gold, Morning Glory, Grasshopper, Raven, Nutmeg, Mulberry, Forest Glade Price: $9.00 |
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| Autumn Tiny Trios by The Trilogy Fabric and embellishment come with graph Threads required: Sampler Threads Barn Grey, Grape Leaf, Lexington Green, Gold Leaf; Weeks Dye Works Chestnut, Pecan, Seaweed, Brick, Swamp Water; Crescent Colours Copper Penny, Roasted Chestnut Price: $20.00 |
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| Cross Stitch & Needlework Magazine January 2010 On the cover: Ho Ho Ho by SamSarah Design Studio. 30 ct. Tiger's Eye Linen (WDW); Weeks Dye Works Whitewash, Honeysuckle, Meadow, Father's Day; Sampler Threads Geranium, Wood Trail; Button pack by Just Another Button Company Price: $7.95 |
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| N is for Nautilus by SamSarah Design Studio Fabric: 28 ct. Newport Red/Natural linen Threads: Sampler Threads Lambswool, Straw Bonnet, Summer Shower; Weeks Dye Works Beige, Cappuccino, Clam's Shell Extras: Button pack by JABCo Price: $5.00 |
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| Gingerbread Stitching House by The Victoria Sampler Fabric: 28 ct. Antique Almond Cashel (Silkweaver) Threads: Accessories Pack comes with threads/beads for $56.25 Price: $15.00 |
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| Florentine Borders Sewing Chest by Primitive Traditions Pattern and hand-painted box for list price. You will also need threads/fabric to finish. An heirloom! Price: $130.00 |
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