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Greetings and Salutations.

I've been reading the community journal for a few days now and have been so inspired by all of the creativity and craftyness.
Infact, tonight I purchased my first set of knitting needles, and am seeting about learning to knit!
I've always been a crafter at heart and tend to get very excited about the prospect of doing something creative, although deciding exactally what to do is usually the problem.
Thanks for all the inspiration!

In addition to making my first post, I have a question for all of you cross-stitchers.
I am looking for a pattern, or even just examples of Baroque era needlepoint/fancywork. I am looking to embroider a handkercheif, at least somewhat in the style of something that may have been produced in England in 1638/9. Initials, crests, arabesques, floral patterns or anything else would be appropriate, as long as its not a(n) bawdy/unlady like design.

Thanks again for the inspiration! Any help would be greatly appreciated.