Thread Your Needle Sometimes it seemsthat the most difficult part of a project is simply threading the needle! The thread frays, our hands tremble, and our eyes appear to be working against us. We've put together a need... May 9, 2025
Instagram Crash Course Instagram is a great tool for gathering stitching inspiration, learning all kinds of techniques,and finding new products. This ever-changing platform can be difficult to navigate if you aren't familia... Apr 21, 2025
Know Your Needles Not sure which needle to use with which thread? We’ve made it so easy with our color coding system. If you've used Sue Spargo's Eleganza Perle Cotton , you may have noticed that the spool colors vary ... Apr 7, 2025
Road Trip to Sue Spargo Pictured above: Sue Spargo's Tootin' Along Quilt Get ready to pack your bags and head to our Ohio studio this summer! We have a lineup of fantastic workshops that we can't wait for you to experience. ... Apr 4, 2025
South African Wire & Bead Art The wire and bead art of South Africa embodies the culture andresourcefulness of the South African people. These art formshavelong historiesandtakeon a plethora of forms, from jewelry and clothing toh... Apr 4, 2025
Why Wool Matters Since ancient times, wool has been valued ashighly efficient, unrivaled by any other fiber created by science. Learn about the exceptional qualities of wool, and why Sue Spargo Hand Dyed Wool is the a... Apr 4, 2025
Natural Dyeing Natural dyeing, an ancient craft passed down through generations, can be done at home with simple supplies and kitchen scraps. It's eco-friendly, yielding beautiful results and fostering a connection ... Apr 4, 2025
Eco Printing Eco Printing is a form of natural dyeing that creates beautiful, organic fabrics. Different techniques can be used to create either soft forms of color resemblingombré or more graphic prints represent... Apr 3, 2025
Thread Glossary With so many different types of threads available, there's a lot of terminology that you might see when shopping around. Just like it can be overwhelming picking the color thread you'd like, it can be... Apr 3, 2025
Ultimate Needle Guide Last week, we discussed all sorts of terminology relating to threads. Now, let's talk about needles to go along with them! Needles come in so many sizes, brands, lengths, and shapes, each withdifferen... Apr 3, 2025
Razzle & Dazzle: Stitching Tips and Tricks Razzle and Dazzle threads add the perfect amount of sparkle and shine to any embroidery project, but their beauty comes with some unique challenges. Many stitchers find frustration in using Razzle and... Apr 3, 2025
Sue Spargo Eleganza At Sue Spargo's, we have an amazing selectionof embroidery threads that varyin size, color, fiber content, dye technique, and sheen. We love discovering new and intriguing materials to stitch with, bu... Apr 3, 2025