by Cathy Jack Coupland | Aug 9, 2024 | Inspiration
Do you work with a sewing machine? Most homes include a sewing machine or two – and for good reason. Making, repairing, creating – the sewing machine handles it all. Over the last three weeks, I’ve completed three new art quilts for an upcoming...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Aug 2, 2024 | Creativity, Inspiration
The Stitch Roll is something that’s become very close to my heart. Why? Because it’s unique and purely me. My colours, my interpretation of stitches, my love of texture and creativity. Want to have a peak? Go to my YouTube channel to see this simple...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 28, 2024 | Inspiration
You’ve put in all the hard yards. The design, materials and technique mesh together to achieve their desired outcome, wowing the viewer and gaining their attention. So, why oh why not think about the finish? This is often replayed when I teach. Great ideas were...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 21, 2024 | Inspiration
You all know by now I am an ardent bibliophile. Even the history of print, bookmaking, and illustration is appealing because there’s nothing like a good, old-fashioned page-turner – it’s like joining the dots throughout the ages. Recently on my...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 15, 2024 | Inspiration
I’m beginning research for another Stitch Safari episode and came across Louise Gardiner’s Cape of Empowerment. If you’re at all interested in connecting natural inspiration with your embroidery, then keep reading. The Cape of Empowerment was...
by Cathy Jack Coupland | Jun 7, 2024 | Inspiration
Monochrome: a photograph, picture or design executed in black and white or varying tones of only one colour. This would be one of my favourite colour schemes. It’s so easy to use and creates huge visual interest if used correctly. One colour – it’s...
