10 Handcrafted Needlebooks

[@maramakesjournals2319]

What to say? Because I’m a bit flabbergasted. Well, every little book is marvelous, each cover is fabulous, the insides are ingenious. I’ve never seen so many books in one video. I was bombarded with lovely ideas for covers, closures and puffy, lacy pages. I’m boggled by the clever use of vintage ephemera and stamps. I’m going to watch this video again! Thanks!

[@jo-annel.wright2975]

...and again...

[@poppies1215]

What a precious selection of books. There are some well-loved sewing enthusiasts in our history that will hopefully inspire future generations. Thank you for sharing this. The music is the icing on the cake for the filming presentation.

[@adalouellis5706]

I don't know why, but I'm sitting here watching this and tears are streaming down my face. I have to go to work and I just wanna stay home and sew......these are so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing these beautiful treasures. I'm going to try making one for a young, single mom I know. She has a beautiful 8 yr old boy and I bet she'd love a neeedlebook made by me. Wish me luck! You are amazing!

[@laidiaciocan8989]

Mulțumim pentru prezentare . Deosebit de frumos . Foarte multă muncă și talent. Felicitări .🙏💓💕

[@donnajohnson9834]

What can I say - I am literally in tears watching this! These lovely books bring up such poignant memories and are flooding me with ideas for how to capture my special places, people, notions and fabrics into a meaningful collection. Thank you so much for sharing this.

[@CatheHolden]

How sweet!! ❤

[@minkaf4243]

I’ve been combing YT for needle books….never quite feeling I found what I’m looking for, but unable to name what I was seeking…and then this! Thank you! These are fabulous! ❤️

[@bsquared9647]

I am inspired by this video. It is a treasure trove of ideas. Each book is lovely. Thank you for putting this together. I didn't want it to end. ❤

[@maryguslick7864]

I'm absolutely speechless at the beauty, grace, taste and design of these lovely needlebooks! Such clever ideas as well -- Thank you so very much for sharing!😍

[@katlef2512]

I love your work and wondered if you would consider making a tutorial of how you construct them.

[@CatheHolden]

I hope to hold classes this year, but online tutorial....I'm not so sure. It's possible but I won't commit. So many irons in the fire. Thanks for asking. Follow me on instagram for future class info. @catheholden

[@annettehernandez2]

Each of these books "spoke" to me! Such beautiful ideas! Thank you for sharing. 💐

[@miric6224]

Cute idea to close the scissors around a button.. nice job on all the books. Thanks for sharring! ❤

[@helenmaree9433]

Imagine being given one of those books, it would become a lifetime treasure. One more beautiful than the other. Thank you for sharing. Breathtaking.

[@julielandry5035]

So beautiful! Wish you could give a a tutorial how you made them.

[@anewcreation8458]

I have never seen such detail and precision in hand sewn items like this! You do awesome work! Thank you for sharing. Beautiful talent.

[@createandcraftwithchristine]

Love how you have used buttons to anchor the scissors - and the hundreds of other beautiful ideas you have shared through this video. Thanks so much Cathe! Cheers, Christine

[@phyllisscutt9902]

Absolutely gorgeous! I love each and every one and the clever bits inside! I’m going to keep my eyes open at flea markets and antique stores for little bits of treasures! Thank you for sharing your lovely collection!

[@deliabottoms285]

You MADE all these? Beautiful! These are works of love that strongly refer to a time when life was not lived on the fast lane. I think that is what drew me to stitching. It is a mindful craft, not to be hurried. Thank you for sharing!! 💞

[@pamfrank3962]

Each one more beautiful than the one before ❤ Thank you for sharing

[@janicem4382]

My Granddaughter has expressed an interest in learning how to sew. I have been looking at needle books so that I can make her one for Christmas. She can raid my fabric stash. I saw your video and I was seriously in awe. They are so very beautiful, ingenious and I loved every one of them. Thank you so much for showing them to us. That is a mountain of work and so well done. ❤️

[@susanbeattie9333]

So beautiful, every single one and a lovely video to watch xx

[@miemieskeepsakes]

Cathe, this was like medicine to my soul. Each needle book was prettier than the previous one. Thank you for sharing. Love them all!! 🇨🇦Marnel💐

[@susandeveaux4117]

This is the most beautiful video I’ve ever seen !!! All of these needle books are amazingly beautiful & all would be a treasure to own ! Your work is flawless & just so, so amazing ! Thank you for sharing !!!!!! 🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡🧵🪡

[@theresakaufman-wall4943]

These are just the sweetest little books! What a treasure. Thanks for sharing!

[@dawnbowra8885]

Your sew and tell made me cry…it embodies all my sewing ancestors who have past on, back to my great grandmother. I am currently gathering supplies to make my daughter a needle book. She is a purple girl. I will include my inspiration from your needle book/sewing kit. 💜

[@paperkraftd1]

Absolutely beautiful Cathe! You are a true artist. I especially like the way you made pockets out of the vintage satin award ribbons - so clever! I love functional art.

[@betzie2]

Ohhhhhhhhh so wonderful!!! Now I know what I’m making for a special gift to someone this Christmas! Thanks for sharing!!!♥️♥️♥️

[@dauntiekay2768]

Those are all so adorable and brings back memories of by gone days when women used to sew things by hand. They all are so cleverly made and crafted. Thank you for sharing!

[@marialiebl9051]

Wunderschön..es bleibt die Zeit steh...nur Träumen.. danke bleibt Gesund liebe Grüße Maria

[@amylouwalden2411]

Wow. Each one is so unique and beautiful. I especially love the use of old clothing labels, the blue ribbon from a swim meet (used as a pocket in book 5), the use of stamps from old letters, the abandoned center of a crocheted granny square in book 6, the old playing cards and post cards, & even a boy scout troop number badge. This is truly up-cycling at its finest. Thank you so much for sharing these.

[@CatheHolden]

You are so welcome!

[@catincj1952]

Absolutely fabulous. So many examples each one absolutely gorgeous. Thank you

[@minkaf4243]

I ❤ these. Every one. I’ve watched this video many times and each time I do I see new ideas. Thank you.❤

[@andreamurphy7223]

I've also watched it heaps and always find another great idea.

[@pattseitas6174]

Lovely. Very clever use of a button to keep the scissors from falling out.

[@meryleardagh5159]

I love these. You did a beautiful job on all of them. You have inspired me to try one for myself. Thank you.

[@tatteredpaperandlace2905]

I love each and every one of these. Your ideas for holding the scissors are wonderful!

[@deniseking3422]

Thank you Cathy they are beautifully unique. A joy to watch.

[@susannaeasdale1162]

These are all beautiful Cathe, each one handmade with love. Thanks for sharing. Hugs Susanna 😄♥️🪡🧵

[@deassepoesteracademie4261]

Amazingly beautiful ❤Thank you.

[@janetrustum6127]

Your work is absolutely beautiful. I could sit and watch your video over and over. I have made a needlebook for my daughter for Xmas, using old doilies hand embroidered by her grandmother. Your work is so inspiring. Thankyou for sharing. You have given me so many more ideas. I made a lace pocket in the back of mine and filled 5 bobbins of different colours. Your postcard with cotton would have sufficed, however, you live and learn.

[@Colvaen]

Beautiful collection of needle books, loved how you secured the scissors with the button. Such great ideas.

[@SherryRector]

Adored every single one. I’m getting ready to try and make my first one wish me luck.

[@rosehavenfarm2969]

Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing these. You've given me so many ideas! Love the little button latch to secure the scissors. Brilliant!

[@drivinfool9902]

Enjoying every second 🥈😁😊🎉❤❤❤

[@bbok2700]

Just. WOW! I will watch this over and over. So many sweet details to take in. I can’t figure out how you attached the pages. They are each very special.

[@sharonlalli1414]

I watch this whenever I need to relax. Thank you❗❤❤❤❤❤

[@CatheHolden]

Aw!!!

[@makebr2011]

Thank you for inspire me, with the needlebooks and the music ❤

[@marcia193]

Lindo, lindíssimo teu trabalho. Arte pura. Muito obrigada por nos mostrar.

[@susanbcards]

Mesmerizing. This makes me want to learn to sew. Thank you for sharing this.

[@conniewatson1659]

Aww!! These Are So Beautiful ❤️ I Love Each And Everyone Of Them.. Sweet 🎵 🎶 Music... It's So Fascinating To See Each Of Them And How Each One Is Different... 😁💜❤️🧷🧵🪡☺️💜 Thank You Ma'am For Showing These... ❤️💜

[@lissablue176]

Each so special, love them all.

[@andreamurphy7223]

Oh my goodness....those are the most darling little sewing books I've ever seen. It would be a privilege to have any of these little cuties. I love how each one has different ideas with different ephemera. Just cant put into words how much I love them... Do you have a video on how you made them?

[@evelynostrander3516]

These are so beautiful ❤️ I'm going to make some. So many options.

[@debbiewood7718]

I am ma,8ng needle books for my girls for Christmas. These have given me a few delightful ideas.

[@rebeccabryan3092]

Absolutely Devine needlebooks!! Thank you for inspiring me.

[@willowrish]

These are so very delightful! If I could buy one…I’d have to choose them all! Precious..thank you for sharing…bless your heart…❤

[@ginette6896]

Your sewing books are little treasures💝 I love them. Your work is beautiful. Thank you for sharing.😘

[@CatheHolden]

Thank you so much!

[@lyndamorrill5687]

They are all so beautiful.

[@carmenbalko1372]

YOU’RE LITTLE NEEDLE BOOKS are FABULOUS…WORKS OF AMAZING ART..SO BEAUTIFUL..I MAKE THREADED NEEDLE BOOKS…IF I WERE to make a Gift Needle Book I think I’d add..a needle threader a tiny pair of scissors a card of buttons etc…like Yours ,,,Yours are so very BEAUTIFUL❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@taniasmith9135]

Wow these are so beautiful. You are very talented.

[@loribreeuwsma]

Oh my, these are lovely, just beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing them.

[@paulinedonnelly6077]

Just watched your beautiful needle books video xx Unbelievably gorgeous !!!!!! 🤗 TFS

[@francisfischer7620]

What treasures!!! You've filled my head with ideas! What a magnificent gift to give to us! I'm getting to creating right now!!!

[@WoodlandInspired]

Stunning work and very inspiring, thank you for sharing. 💕

[@dianneeverett1633]

Lovely covers, sweet designs, and wonderful goodies inside. Awesome.

[@yourworstnightmare4024]

These are so beautiful! Made me think of the one I have from my mother!

[@karen1351]

My goodness you and your sister are talented beyond words. I can’t decide which is my favourite! Maybe it’s time to stop hoarding your fabric I’ve purchased and make a needy book at least in honour of this video. Just astounding ❤

[@angelaperezmayers2437]

Beautiful. Your stitching is very neat.

[@nonnonbaa]

What a lovely work! What a lovely work! All needlebooks are so cute and I got excited

[@kathyannis4745]

So very lovely! Love love the needlepoint

[@parsith7620]

Simply.... lovely.

[@vivianbunch1963]

These are so lovely and inspiring. Thank you for sharing them with the rest of us☺️❤️

[@sheilanichols3647]

Beautiful!

[@leticianedilskyj7060]

God Bless your hands. Thank you for showing us such a beautiful work. Congratulations

[@sherrypeck4062]

These are wonderful!!!🥰👏🙏🏼

[@VictorianHairwork]

Each one is so magical.

[@crystalspear2364]

They’re all so beautiful I wouldn’t be able to decide ❤

[@junqueseekervintage]

Every detail is wonderful - the fabrics, the labels, the buttons to hold scissors, the ribbons, the little thread cards! They're all beautiful, but #10 makes my heart sing! So lovely! Wishing you a Happy New Year filled with good health and lots of creating!

[@maryclemons1048]

Each book is amazing! You are a wonderful creator!

[@puntoyseguido889]

Everything so beautiful!

[@bellescrapper2228]

Love them all!❤❤

[@coloringwithpatwilson1506]

Lovely needle books, thanks for sharing them.

[@barbaranneboyer7997]

lovely presentation💕

[@sheilahope7007]

Absolutely gorgeous!!!❤❤

[@fayneilly833]

Awesome, lovely little gifts.

[@meridithkish2076]

I love them!

[@mariannatrapani5859]

Wow beautiful talent. I am in the process of making needle books. Not doing so well. These are absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@florneiers5651]

So 🥰 lovely! ❤

[@susanharvey5453]

Amazing! Love your work ❤

[@VivianS357]

Wow! Stunning! My jaw is still on the floor! Do you have a video on how to make these?

[@CatheHolden]

Sorry, I don't.

[@garnettemorgan7355]

Those are so beautiful thank you for sharing

[@syllydaisy5412]

these are all just gorgeous! i would have a ver hard time picking a favourite...

[@serenityinhim]

Absolutely stunning!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful tips and beautiful needle books! -christine

[@michellearnold3189]

WOW, the work, love and time in each one is ..... Aaaamazingggg. ❤

[@bestcrossroad]

Wow! Just beautiful! Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@bonitabren1395]

Beautiful work. You can always tell when someone loves fabric and a creative spirit!!!

[@lauraseay4723]

Love these, are so beautiful. I'm going to make me some. Thank you for your inspirations ❤❤

[@susanharvey5453]

Amazing! ❤❤❤

[@MiLittleCorner]

I just finished the cover for my fifth needlebook and I got some great ideas for the pages. Thank you for sharing all this beautiful work.

[@monanadeem8523]

Awesome 🤩 ❤❤❤

[@hopewilkes74]

So enjoyed that!!

[@carmenmendoza3910]

Oh !!!! Son verdaderas joyas !!! La belleza a plenitud y tan delicadas .