developing doodles ....

... once upon a time ...

I was playing with my adorable

granddaughter. As any adult comes to learn,

the best toy is most likely the box 

it arrived in.

Decorating it can be the best fun....

and sometimes, every once in a while,

my brain takes it further.

No rules when coloring on a cardboard box!

Taking it a step further,
thinking about color and stitches
for needlepoint canvas.

Initial lines drawn before adding paint.

Doodles are important for all of us.
It helps me to think.

Tada!
'Abstract Vase'
will be added to the line this fall.
Watch for it and several other new designs.

'Abstract Vase'
Black and White high quality prints
are available.
Inquire by email to
akimberlydesign@gmail.com

big stuff ...

For several months ...

I've had to stay quiet about what was going on 

with my stitching.

Not anymore!!

TADA !!

Introducing

"My Passion"

I've been designing this piece in my head for years,
I think.
There are re invented elements from past pieces,
with new additions ... just because. 

If you have known me in my design life ....
You'll recognize this panel as a new version
from a charted design I released in 1998 called
Mothers' Rocker.
This version is more hip in it's color way with
changes to the background.  The new variety of threads
made for some beautiful transitions to a painted surface.

There was no such thing as Silken Straw back in '98!
Nor was there a color called Oregano from Kreinik!

Sooooo .... if you do indeed remember me from my
beginnings in this industry ... I was a young punk with
so many ideas.  Now I'd like to think I'm a
wee bit wiser and wow, turning 60!
Still a rebel, still living the dream of
doing what I love!

Come help me celebrate with my fabulous
long time friend and distributor
Ruth Schmuff at her magical
BeeHive in Maryland
June 15, 16, and 17!!
Follow the link for all the scoop.

a Kimberly design distributed by Ruth Schmuff of Bedecked and Beadazzled

what's go'in on ...

a lot, a lot, a lot 

is go'in on!

"Caps 'n Curls"
The release of another in the line of 
my nine squares.
This one just glistens and is full 
of fun techniques to expand 
your stitching know how.
Click here for more info.

Just imagine having a wall of art that
show cases different stitching techniques.
Your work can inspire new ideas for
other canvases in your stash.

Remember
 this sneak peek I gave you
a few months ago .....

Tada!!  Introducing 
'Elsie the Elephant"
The next mystery class at The Hive!
I am really excited to see what magic Ruth 
works with Elsie.
It's truly cool when a new design makes
my heart sing.
Follow the links to sign up for the magic!
Bedecked and Beadazzled Mystery Class

So much fun!