The subtle striations of the natural linen enhance the sophisticated surface of this fine fabric. Created by Fratelli Graziano for the discerning stitcher. Available from Norden Crafts.

Doves of Peace and lovely flowers grace this Tallit bag that any young girl would love. Original from Judaic Designs by Tonya. Available exclusively from Fleur de Paris.

No Slip Rubber Binding you apply to the inside of your hoop! Hold your fabric tight to help eliminate fabric slip. Easy to apply and remove. No Slip Hoop Tape leaves no residue on your fabric. ¼" width for use on wood or plastic embroidery hoops. ¾" width available for quilting hoops. Perfect for cross stitch, embroidery, punch needle, locker hooking and rug punch. ¼" Stitchers Hoop Tape (9 yds) $10.98 retail. ¾" Quilters Hoop Tape (3 yds) $12.49 retail.

This design gets its inspiration from the beautiful patchwork quilts that are a tradition in so many families. It is charted for six colors. Worked mainly in cross stitch with a few simple specialty stitches which add a beautiful accent to the design. From Papillon Creations. Design size: 268 x 268. Retail $23.00. Contact European Crosstitch Company.

A new dragon to add to Enchanting Lair’s collection! Throughout our lives we all have heard about the Loch Ness monster, but where designer Laura Dickson grew up it was the Ogopogo, and this is what she hoped it would look like! The design and border are Crescent Colours along with the wonderful Dinky Dyes & Gloriana Silk Threads. The original model was stitched on Enchanting Lair’s 28ct evenweave hand dyed fabric called "Dragon Skies". Stitch area on 28ct 10¼" x 5½" with a stitch count of 144 x 78. Retail $9.00.

Introducing one of Liz’s newest additions to the Botanical Series! New for 2008, this design works wonderfully on its own or as part of a Botanical Carpet. Kit available with background colors: black, cream, green, red, yellow, blue, light blue. Contact Elizabeth Bradley.

Stitched on 22" x 12" cream perforated paper with a new color of Caron Watercolours: #250 Claret—the perfect traditional color for stitching any of Dutch Treat’s Victorian motto adaptations. Retail $8.00. Contact Dutch Treat Designs.

It may be hot right now, but Christmas is right around the corner. Stay cool stitching this for those chilly days ahead. This darling 8" sq. piece is brought to you by Elements. Distributed exclusively by Dream House Ventures.

The latest design in Dinky-Dyes attractive Quilt Block series. The block is stitched on Cameo Peach Jobelan using one of Dinky-Dyes new silk colors, #148 Janie’s Christmas and #142 Gidgee. Silk packs are available.

This beginner needlepoint kit by DeElda includes hand-painted needlepoint canvas on #10 mesh, Paternayan 3-ply Persian wool yarn, two #18 tapestry needles, needle threader and instruction. Forty different 4" x 4" designs available. Contact DeElda Needlepoint Designs.