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Cross Stitch at About.com Cross Stitch at About.com- Offers forum, tips, patterns and links. Samplers Collection at Victoriana Samplers Collection at Victoriana- A collection of eight 19th century samplers originally embroidered by Elizabeth E. Jacobs from Long Stowe, England. Cross-stitching.com Cross-stitching.com- Free resources include stitching techniques, chat rooms, accessory sources, and some project charts. Zweigart Fabrics Zweigart Fabrics- Manufacturer of cross stitch fabrics and needlepoint canvas. [multi lingual site] Blackwork Gallery Blackwork Gallery- Annotated links to Renaissance portraits and paintings featuring blackwork, at the Elizabethan Practical Companion. Blackwork: An Introduction Blackwork: An Introduction- Survey article from Needle Pointers magazine XI:5, Winter 1983, by Carol Algie Higginbotham, EGA certified teacher of blackwork. Modern and traditional… Blackwork Embroidery Archives Blackwork Embroidery Archives- Collection of original floral and geometric patterns to download. Includes historical notes on blackwork in Renaissance costume, instructions for wo… Blackwork Fill-in Patterns Blackwork Fill-in Patterns- Charted designs from sixteenth-century sources, with notes, at the Atlantian Embroiderers Guild (Society for Creative Anachronism). National Academy of Needlearts National Academy of Needlearts- Devoted to the advancement of embroidery as an art form. Features publications, membership and certification information. The Smocking Arts Guild of America The Smocking Arts Guild of America- An organization promoting smocking, fine hand sewing and related needle arts. Provides ideas, patterns, education, communication, and quality w… K Mosaics K Mosaics- Kleanthis Moustakas uses traditional methods and natural stone to create mosaic friezes based on mythical themes. Based in Cyprus. Julie Richey Mosaics Julie Richey Mosaics- Recent work including public art installations, residential mosaics and work in progress. Mosaique Tahlaos Mosaique Tahlaos- Mosaic creation and restoration using ancient marble and terracotta and inspired by Roman and Greek mosaics. Hagar Mosaic Hagar Mosaic- Israeli mosaic artist Hagar Hefetz creates mosaic art for architects, designers and the private sector. Custom Mosaic Art Custom Mosaic Art- Custom designed mosaics and medallions handcrafted from natural stones including marble, granite, onyx and travertine. Stephen Brailo Mosaics Stephen Brailo Mosaics- Artist Stephen Brailo creates in the classic Byzantine style for decorative mosaic projects with classic and contemporary themes. Power of Pebbles Power of Pebbles- Pebble mosaics from New Zealand with Polynesian touch for interior and exterior projects. Created by John Botica. Maggy Howarth of Cobblestone Designs Maggy Howarth of Cobblestone Designs- Design, construction and installation of pebble mosaics from this British artist. Includes both abstract and representational subjects. Hand Mosaics Hand Mosaics- Hand-cut mosaic, using traditional Roman techniques. Ancient and contemporary designs providing everlasting and eternal pieces. Stone Art Stone Art- Mosaic rock pictures created by stone intarsia or inlay. Mosaic-Art of Ellel, Lancaster Mosaic-Art of Ellel, Lancaster- Janette Ireland trained in pebble mosaic fabrication and installation with Maggie Howarth, now offers insitu and pre-fabricated cobble mosaics for … Sailors' Valentines Sailors' Valentines- Lynda Susan Hennigan recreates of traditional sailors' valentines. Octagonal boxes containing mosaic designs created from seashells often including a message … MetaMosaics MetaMosaics- Pebble mosaics from Portland, Oregon. Contains pictures of completed projects, stone colors available, a gallery of pebble mosaics from around the world and contact i… Berti A & P Mosaics Berti A & P Mosaics- Handmade, artistic florentine mosaics created from semiprecious stones in Florence, Italy. McCall Stone Mosaic McCall Stone Mosaic- Sherry McCall offers tile, marble and granite mosaics for architectural focal points in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida. Mosaicos Antiguos Mosaicos Antiguos- Florida-based studio featuring marble and stone mosaics based on ancient designs. Custom work accepted. Yael's Mosaic Creations Yael's Mosaic Creations- Online gallery of mosaic creations from artist Yael Portugheis. Includes Judaica, modern art, wall tapestry, ornamented furniture and jewelry. Mosaics by Ariel Mosaics by Ariel- Information for Boston-based mosaic artist and educator, Ariel Finelt Shoemaker. Laura K Aiken Studio Laura K Aiken Studio- Specializing in mosaic jewelry, whimsical watercolor paintings, and hosting mosaic making and painting workshops. Accepts custom orders. Mystic Mosaics Studios Mystic Mosaics Studios- Offering glass mosaic installations, fine art mosaics, and mosaic jewelry. Tulips Mosaics Tulips Mosaics- Terry Oshrin utilizes colored glass, glass beads and stones to create decorated geckos, jewelry, and tables. Monique Boutens Monique Boutens- Handmade mosaic-art with Venetian Murano glass and smalti. Mosaic Arts, and More Mosaic Arts, and More- Uniquely designed mosaic mirrors using stained glass, ceramics, beads, shells. Irit Levy Mosaic Art Irit Levy Mosaic Art- Her original mosaic art work brings photos and paintings to life from her New York studio. Margaret Almon Mosaics Margaret Almon Mosaics- View background about the artist, news from the studio, gallery, and local Philadelphia area arts events. Art Amiba Art Amiba- Chicago artist Karen Ami creates mosaic art, sculpture, ceramics, public art, and mosaic installations. Karen is the founder and executive director of The Chicago Mosai… Unique Mosaic Art by Laura Morales Unique Mosaic Art by Laura Morales- Mosaic creations include 2d and 3d works in glass, tile, and china. Barcelona Mosaic Classes Barcelona Mosaic Classes- Classes, courses and workshops in mosaic based in Barcelona, Spain. Mario Donà Mario Donà- Products include lines of smalti, golds, silvers and tools. Based in Spilimbergo, Italy. Nature's Mosaics Nature's Mosaics- Carrie Bracker uses nature as an inspiration in her work with glass mosaics. Carol Shelkin Mosaics Contemporary Mosaic Art Carol Shelkin Mosaics Contemporary Mosaic Art- Contemporary mosaic art and information on workshops in North Carolina, Philadelphia, California, Florida and Hawaii. Showcase Mosaics Showcase Mosaics- Mosaics from the artistic team of Carl and Sandra Bryant. Stacy Alexander Stacy Alexander- Featuring work from SF Bay multi-disciplinary mosaic artist and recycling enthusiast. Criativa Arts Criativa Arts- Contemporary stained glass mosaic wall hangings primarily with nature themes. ScallonArt ScallonArt- Artist Judith Scallon creates mosaics using stained glass as her medium of choice. Lin Schorr Mixed Media Mosaics Lin Schorr Mixed Media Mosaics- Intricate mosaics on panels, furniture and boxes using tempered and stained glass, stone, metals and acrylics. Making Mosaics Making Mosaics- Courses, commissions and community art in mosaic design based in Essex, United Kingdom. Susan Crocenzi - Mosaic Artist Susan Crocenzi - Mosaic Artist- Tempered glass, polymer clay and mixed-media mosaics from this california-based artist. Mosaic Worlds Mosaic Worlds- Nathalie Vin creates contemporary mosaics and offers mosaic workshops for all levels. Commissions accepted.. Heisinger Design Heisinger Design- Decorative and architectural stained glass mosaics. Fine art pieces and commissions are featured.