Needle Pointers
Vol. XXXI, Number 2 -- March 2003


FEATURES
9 Kreinik Threads, Part I
A comprehensive guide to the complete Kreinik line, starting here with their wonderful metallic threads.
By Dennise Cardona and Dena Lenham 
13

Goldwork Made Simple
It can be confusing and intimidating, but we're here to help.

By Meredith Barnhill

17 Love Letters
There's no doubt you'll fall for this fantastic project.

By Linda Lachance Level 2
21 Pillow Talk
This pair of plaid pillows will accentuate any room.
By Carolyn Barrani  Level 3

A is for Apple
A is for apple, page 32

25 A Springtime Garden
A refreshing project to harken the season.  Or any time of year.
By Becky Breshears  Level 2
29 Riverwalk, Part Three
The finale of this three-part project.
By Estelle M. Kelley  Level 2
32 An Apple A Day ...
A juicy project to sink your teeth into.
By Patricia Fisher  Level 3
 
Pillows  
Pillow fight, page 21
On the cover: Carolyn Barrani's stylish plaid pillows.

Garden Party, Page 25
A glorious garden party, page 25

DEPARTMENTS

3 Date Book
3 President's Column, by Janet Mitchell Fishel
4 Shay's Solutions, by Shay Pendray
6 Trade Secrets
6 In Stitches, by Carole H. Lake
6 Book Review, by Carolyn M. Humes
7 Legends of the Past, by Meredith Barnhill
7 Product News, by Sandy Rodgers
8 Technique, by Kathy Holman
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Slate of 2003 Nominees and Ballot

35 Guild News
37 Chapter News
38 Volunteer Staff
Legend for Projects

Each needle indicates a suggested degree of difficulty.

Level1Least difficult 5Most difficult