Wednesday, April 29, 2015

Fairy House

Winkle Fairy House

The Fairy House will not be visiting  Kensington Court this month due to lack of Space. Sorry
Instead there is a display of Alice in Wonderland.

Bunny Love

Bunny Love

Another Pattern Available
Link to the Etsy shop is on the side.

This Primitive Pattern is called "Bunny Love"

It measures 5" x 4", and is punched Using a 3 strand CTR needle (red). also available in my shop. 
A simple punch good for beginners. The detail is punched using 3 strands of Dmc floss and the background Valdani #12 variegated floss.

If you have never done punch needle and are interested in learning. I am thinking of holding a class this summer. Email me at kgillery@gmail.com and I'll add you to the list.

It's a wonderful  hobby and very easy to learn! 

Walk with Me

Walk with me


Good Morning

This is a new punch needle pattern available in my Etsy shop.
https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

This pattern is more involved than normal so if you are a beginner it's not for you, But if your ready for a challenge it is. I punch this piece using three strand and two strand DMC floss, using a CTR 3 strand (red) needle. It was taken from a watercolor painting I did years ago for a valentines card when I was having Spring Open houses.
There are many more patterns available in my shop from Primitive to Cottage Chic.

Have a wonderful Day, and Happy Punching
Kate

Thursday, April 23, 2015

Oak Leaf


I know this new pattern is a little premature but I punch and design as my heart feels..The last couple days feels like we are heading back into winter. So.... fall it is.

If your interested in getting an early start Heres the link :
https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Happy Punching!
Kate 

Wednesday, April 22, 2015

Art dolls Quarterly




Good Morning everyone!

I'm am so very honored to be in Art dolls Quarterly. 

"Crackers"   is a paper Mache sculpture. 
Made from an antique cracker jar.
 If you get the opportunity to see or purchase the issue, enjoy!
 It's a wonderful publication. 

Again Thank you.

Kate


Tuesday, April 21, 2015

Morning Glory



Morning glory

Punch needle. designed and created using 3 strand DMC floss, using a CTR (Red) 3 strand needle.

If you have never used one of my patterns. they come with a Black and white, pencil line sketch. One BW forward image for transferring with a light box.  One reversed for transferring using a transfer pencil. a color code with the placement. (Easy to follow). It's like paint by number using a punch needle.    

This morning I woke and thought to myself what a beautiful day. ..sun was shining, beautiful cast shadows. Then 15 minutes later it started spewing hail, so much for the beautiful day. So I'm off to back all the finished needle punches.

 Have a good day!
Kate


Monday, April 20, 2015

Stacked and Tea Time



Hope everyone had a wonderful weekend! How about we start this week off with a bright and cheery pattern, gray days here in the burg.  I'm offering this pattern in my Etsy Shop. These two patterns are sold separately the tea cups titled "Stacked" and the tea pot "Tea Time" well what can I say a bit of the Brit...coming out. These are very detailed so I suggest you punch in 3 strand. If you haven't worked with one of my patterns before, it's like painting, a paint by number. Have a wonderful day I'm off to punch. Here's the link:   https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Friday, April 17, 2015

New Patterns Available





New Punch Needle Patterns Available

I have been so busy and I apologize for  neglecting my blog.

Many new items in my Etsy shop. If you have the opportunity please check it out. 

https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

Happy Punching,
Kate

Monday, April 6, 2015

Four seasons Farm


I hope everyone had a wonderful Easter!

 It was a beautiful sun filled day in Pittsburgh. The crocus and snowdrops are in bloom, I believe you could sit and watch as the daffodils emerge from the ground.

I'm offering a new pattern in my etsy shop, it's a grouping of 4 patterns in one download.
For easy reference i've added the link: https://www.etsy.com/shop/briarcottage

This new pattern is called (Four Seasons Farm) group them together or switch them up seasonably!
The sheep is Spring, the pig is winter, the cow fall, and the goat summer.
The suggested measurement is 10 1/2" x 3" for each , a color code for DMC for detail, and Valdani for the background, all four seasons use the same valdani color.

Wishing you a wonderful day!
 Don't forget to take a break from your punching to enjoy the fresh spring air!
Kate