To Railroad or Not to Railroad...

 ...that is the question.

No, no...not that type of railroad! I'm talking about railroading your cross stitches today.

Not everyone will "railroad" their cross stitch. I don't always do it but I do feel that railroading yields a neater and more professional finish. The stitches lay flatter because the thread does not tend to twist as it would if you didn't railroad. Is it absolutely necessary? I don't think so. I do think it comes down to personal preference and even habit. 

I found an interesting article on "Railroading Stitching Technique" which also provides a clear photo and instructions on how to railroad. I suggest trying a swatch for yourself and you decide which looks, feels or works best for you. To read the article, click on the pic below:

For a closeup of beautiful cross stitching using the railroad technique, check out Artmishka Cross Stitching by clicking the pic below:

On a personal note, I would love to take a trip by railroad someday. How about you?

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Meet "Gus"

 

Gus, the Candy Corn Mouse

This little guy was the one who started it all! The first item to be made for Farmers Attic and the first item sold. I cannot believe that was 14 years ago!

Thank you everyone that has made our little corner of the world such a great success. We couldn't have done it without you!!!

Now, let's meet the staff that have joined the crew over the years:

Sue, our "Chief of Staff"

Jane of ALL Trades

(3 years)

Julia, Administrative Assistant

Order Fulfillment, Marketing

My Heartbeat/My Granddaughter

(4 years)

John, Shipping/Receiving

An All Around GREAT GUY/My Husband

(44 years)

Lucy, Owner

Thank you to my wonderful staff. I could not do it without you. You make my job fun, easy and a great JOY each and every day!!!

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Spring Meadow Table Runner

 

Spring Meadow Table Runner 

A beautiful Spring Meadow Table Runner designed by Jacquelynne Steves is perfect for your spring table. This free pattern can easily be adapted to any season or holiday by changing your fabric selections. For the free pattern, simply click on the photo above.

If you love quilting, Farmers Attic has a nice selection of patterns, books, fabrics and notions. Grab a cuppa and click on the photo below to see all we have available.

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Patriotic Ornament Book

 

Patriotic Ornament Book

Don't we all love decorating Americana? Flags, eagles, freedom, and so many more are part of this amazing new release by Twin Peak Primitives! Those ladies never cease to delight with all their wonderful designs. The Patriotic Ornament Book is 32 pages filled with 14 different patriotic designs. All charts are in both black and white as well as color. Yes, you read that right...32 pages filled with 14 different patriotic designs!!! How awesome is that! 

Grab your copy today when you pre-order from Farmers Attic. Book will ship as soon as it arrives from across the pond. Simply click on the photo above and reserve your Patriotic Ornament Book.

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Hot Off the Press!!!

Just in and hot off the press is Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs "101 Maple Street". Now this is the neighborhood I would love to live in!!! From Squirrels to Foxes to Partridges and mroe, you are going to fall in love with this quilt book. Complete with full sized applique pattern sheets, you can choose from one block or create an entire quilt from the 10 different blocks that make up this fun book. Click on any of the pictures for more information. 

101 Maple Street

Anne Sutton of Bunny Hill Designs

$20.99

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