I've asked my niece a dozen times if I could teach her to stitch. She normally busies her 4 year old self with at least 3 other activities at a time and turns me down. At Baila's most recent visit, I gave her complete access to anything in my studio while we were hanging out up there. No drawers, closets, or canisters were...
These images were captured on my iPhone during a Chiefs game in Kansas City. While the game was a bust, the tailgating and the fly over made it all worth it. ...
Raindrops falling on my window. These little guys are a part of my personal collection, currently adorning the walls of my cubicle at work. ...
This weekend is the Howliday Market happening in Northtown. This sale benefits the Friends of the Parkville Animal Shelter. Learn more about FOPAS. My embroidery customization booth will be debuting at the event. This is not your grandma's church craft sale. Hand crafted pieces by local Kansas City artists. 2100 Howell St, North Kansas City, MO. Dec. 1st. 9am-Noon. ...
We spend at least 40 hours per week in the mini box known as the cubicle. This cozy little design adds a hint of the comforts of home to the space. "Home Sweet Cubicle" is hand stitched with tight chain stitches in brown floss on Tutti Frutti cotton fabric. Stretched on a 6" wooden hoop. ...
Photo Credit KC Star I was excited to run to the store (bright and early) to pick up the Thanksgiving issue of House + Home in the KC Star. My 2nd freelance embroidery piece, "Giving Thanks" was featured on the cover. Visit House + Home! ...
In flight, light as a feather, quick as a plane. Oh, the simplicity of little paper airplanes! This carefree little pattern is hand stitched on blue broadcloth fabric in yellow split stitches. Stretched and permanently displayed on a 3" mini wooden hoop. Hoop can be hung on the wall with a small tack or displayed on a shelf. Place your order here. Color requests are...
Customizable embroidery hoop art for every couple! Makes the perfect gift for holidays, anniversaries, weddings, and housewarming gifts. Tight split stitch and back stitches on broadcloth, stretched on an 8" wooden hoop. *Note the ID number of up to 2 thread colors *Choose the ID number of your fabric *Note two names for the design. Please ensure that the spelling is correct. Please...
The Grass is Greener text, stitched with two toned green embroidery floss on blush pink fabric. Stretched and permanently displayed on a 4" vintage metal hoop. Adds a happy little vibe to any space in your home or office. Makes a wonderful gift as these colors function well in a variety of rooms. Hoop can be hung on the wall with a tack...
Support Small Business Saturday. Coupon code "SATURDAY" is good for 20% off throughout my shop. Adding new listings all day today! Shop Small HERE! ...
It's been nearly a week and the shock still has not worn off! Hey Paul Studios was awarded with Visual Artist of the Year for Kansas City. It was an exciting night that I still have not recovered from. I am headed to LA in January for the 2012 RAWards show! Thank you to Staci Dawn's Light for the photos. ...
My First Embroidery Attempt I dug back through my old blog and found the date of when I started doing embroidery. I'm so thankful for documenting random things. The big day was December 7, 2010. I learned from Jeny Hart’s Sublime Stitching video. She was stitching a roller derby queen pattern in the video. Coincidently, one year later, I joined derby. I will be working...
What up 2013? A little premature? I’m in a forward thinking mode. I tend to drift off and think about where I want this business to go. Mostly just when I’m standing in long lines, eating dinner, sitting in lectures, watching a movie, or when I should be paying attention to the road. You get the picture. I find that I make a...
I came across a great smart phone app for embroidery tutorials. Search: Embroidery Stitch Tool. Great videos and even a function for you lefty stitchers! An advanced version is available for a fee. I came across a great smart phone app for embroidery tutorials. Search: Embroidery Stitch Tool. Great videos and even a function for you lefty stitchers! An advanced version is available...
We are approaching the holiday season! Here is this week's sale item. Color requests are accepted. $12.00 makes a great gift or stocking stuffer. We are approaching the holiday season! Here is this week's sale item. Color requests are accepted. $12.00 makes a great gift or stocking stuffer. ...
Order your RAW Semi-Finals tickets here! ...
Tonight was my first time back on skates since my shoulder injury nearly five months ago. It was scary and beautiful all at once. I felt awkward and clumsy as if I were a brand new recruit. None of that mattered. I've officially retired from my team, although I will always be a Royal Pain. I'm going to continue to skate with my...
I've asked Baila multiple times if I could teach her to stitch. At only four years old, of course she has always had better things to do. I almost jumped out of my chair yesterday when she approached me with a mini hoop and thread. It was one of my proudest days as an Aunt! I've asked Baila multiple times if I could...
I herby declare that giant hoops are no longer restricted to quilters. I have project ideas racing through my head. Stay tuned! I herby declare that giant hoops are no longer restricted to quilters. I have project ideas racing through my head. Stay tuned! ...
Got a custom color request? All items in my shop can be custom stitched with your color palette of choice. Send me your color requests through Etsy or at heypaulstudios@gmail.com. Got a custom color request? All items in my shop can be custom stitched with your color palette of choice. Send me your color requests through Etsy or at heypaulstudios@gmail.com. ...
I hope your weekend is filled with creativity! I hope your weekend is filled with creativity! ...
