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Full skein of DMC 127
At the moment, it feels like every month I learn of a new DMC thread. From the super rare official Disney DMC threads, to the rather crazy plans like DMC linen threads and DMC Secret Perfume threads. But there is one thread that sits right at the top of my list for rarety. But unlike…
DMC 724 next to DMC 974
A few months ago I reported on a DMC thread so rare, that Disney made sure it couldn't be purchased in a skein. It is a thread that perfectly encapsulates one of its most beloved characters. But it turns out, that I was scraping the surface. It's one that revealed an even rarer thread. …
Cross Stitch Sampler Featuring Alphabet With Missing J Q W X Y Z (Source: Modern Folk Embroidery)
Cross stitch has a rich history dating back over 200 years. The oldest surviving sampler, crafted by Jane Bostocke in England in 1598, stands as a testament to the art form's enduring legacy. So, despite its historical significance, why don't you see cross stitch in museums? The Current State of Cross Stitch in Museums…
Anchor Thread PR Image (Source: Linkedin)
It's rare that news is so cutting edge that I can report on it a whole three weeks after it happened, but here we stand today, with the news that DMC buys Anchor Threads. Updated: Now includes information on the US. In a rather under-the-radar post from three weeks ago on Linkedin, DMC announced that…