Are you new to hand embroidery? Here is a helpful beginner’s guide to various types of it from the Embroiderers’ Guild of America.
This article includes a photo example of each type, a description of what it is, and … Read More ...
Seasonal Embroidery Patterns
With 8 different projects to choose from, the book Seasonal Embroidery, has a little something for everyone. Available to purchase over on Leisure Arts, it is perfect for beginner and intermediate crafters.
I already see a photo of a … Read More ...
Free Leopard Heart Punch Needle Pattern
Bring out your wild side with this adorable leopard heart punch needle pattern from Dream a Little Bigger. What a fun idea for a rug!
You will find detailed photos along with instructions on how to download the pattern, … Read More ...
8 Handy Machine Embroidery Hoop Tutorials
Are you new to machine embroidery or do you just need to get a refresher on hoops? Here are eight tutorials from the experts to help you get the most from your machine embroidery hoops.
… Read More ...Stars and Strips Plastic Canvas Pattern Set
It’s time to celebrate the red, white and blue with this plastic canvas pattern set that can be purchased over on Annie’s Craft Store.
Ideal for Memorial Day, the Fourth of July or any other time of the year, … Read More ...
How to Make a Plastic Canvas Dishwasher Magnet
I don’t know about you, but I am always having to check if the dishes in my dishwasher are clean or dirty. This fun and practical little magnet tutorial from Instructables solves that problem.
With step-by-step photos, this project is … Read More ...
How to Stitch Flowers with the Blanket Stitch
Give a common hand embroidery stitch a new twist with this handy tutorial from Sarah’s Hand Embroidery Tutorials. She teaches us how to use the blanket stitch to make flowers.
This is such a charming stitch to use. The … Read More ...
16 Floral Hand Embroidery Stitches
Mary from Needle ‘n Thread brings us another wonderful article. This time it is a handy roundup of 16 floral embroidery stitches.
With links to her tutorials for each stitch, you will be an expert in no time. All of … Read More ...
How to Make a Hand Embroidered Heart for Mother’s Day
Perfect for Mother’s Day, this floral hand embroidery sampler from Cutesy Crafts for Polka Dot Chair is absolutely lovely.
You will be able to show off a number of different stitches in this design including the wagon wheel and the … Read More ...
How to Make a Pillow Out of Your Punch Needle Project
The Marching North blog is full of wonderful punch needle tutorials and this pillow one is no exception. Not only does it have step by step instructions, it includes a video tutorial as well.
There are a few special steps … Read More ...
How to Make a Hand Embroidered Flamingo
Raise your hand if you are a flamingo fan! This free pattern and tutorial from Amy Loves to Sew will be right up your alley. The design has an important message too.
Using standard hand embroidery supplies plus heat ‘n … Read More ...
4 Floral Plastic Canvas Wall Hanging Patterns
Spring is in the air all year ’round with one of these beautiful floral plastic canvas designs that can be purchased over on Mary Maxim. Each one is unique and striking. Not only do they come with a wall hanging … Read More ...
American Eagle and Flag Rug Hook Kit
Show off your patriotic pride with this stunning latch hook kit that you can purchase over on Mary Maxim. The big and bold eagle stands proudly in front of the American flag.
In bright red, white and blue with … Read More ...
How to Do the French Knot Stitch
It is time to learn a new hand embroidery stitch. This time it is the French Knot and it is easy with this tutorial from Sublime Stitching.
Complete with plenty of diagrams, you will find easy step-by-step instructions to … Read More ...
How to Embroider a Bellflower
April showers bring May flowers right? Well if that is the case, then it is time to start making some hand embroidered flowers. This bellflower design from Telling Stories Through the Needle’s Eye would be a perfect way to start … Read More ...