I'm wondering if strips of felt gathered with needle and thread would «have the look» without cutting all those felt patches. (theinspiredroom.net)
There are traditional sketches of the female nude that may be self - portraits, and an embroidered work where she has used needle and thread like a paint brush. (lehmannmaupin.com)
For a sewing room add a large antique wooden cabinet to store your linens, fabrics and needle and thread for some creative organisation. (idealhome.co.uk)