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How to Make a Machine Embroidered Keepsake Key Chain

July 10, 2024 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Calling all machine embroiderers!  This gorgeous kit which you can purchase at over on the Sulky website would make a perfect gift for someone.

The kit includes all of the materials needed to make 6 key fobs.  I absolutely love … Read More ...

Hand embroidered pillow that your kids will love

February 24, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

In this tutorial, I will show you a step-by-step method to hand embroider your own pattern into the base cloth and convert it into a pillow.

I will also show you a super easy way to make a personalized embroidery … Read More ...

Embroider a pair of Love bugs

January 31, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Free downloadable pdf embroidery pattern

Aside from being a term of endearment for someone we love, love bugs are real insects! They spend their time creating the next generation and live for about 4-5 days. That’s a short life!

And … Read More ...

Free Embroidered Sunglasses Case Pattern

January 24, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here’s a cute project for the summer, to keep crafting even on the go: learn how to make your own embroidered sunglasses case with this free pattern using simple beginner-friendly stitches!

This embroidery design is well within the range of … Read More ...

7 Modern Punch Needle Projects + FREE TEMPLATES

January 17, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I’d love to help in inspiring women to create art. I’m a Punch Needle expert and love to create art pieces. I have a modern take on my art and believe your readers would enjoy my pieces. Some are easy, … Read More ...

How to Embroider onto a Sweatshirt

January 12, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jazz up a plain sweatshirt with this beautiful floral embroidery pattern from Anchor.  It’s a free download.

You will need some hand embroidery experience, however the pattern does have some instruction on stitching onto sweatshirt material.  It also has … Read More ...

Getting Started with Machine Embroidery

December 27, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you ready to get started with machine embroidery?  This helpful list of beginner tips from Crafty Life Mom is just what you need.

With nine tips and detailed write ups on each one, you’ll be well on your way … Read More ...

How to Remove Machine Embroidery

December 22, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever machine embroidered something only to realize that you don’t like how it turned out or there is a mistake?  Unfortunately I have and it can be a pain to fix.  This helpful article from Machine Embroidery Geek… Read More ...

How To Make Vintage-Inspired Felt Christmas Ornaments

December 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

These Vintage-Inspired, Felt Christmas Ornaments are the perfect cozy-evening-in craft!

They would also make a perfect gift (potentially a future family heirloom?). Inspired by vintage ornament shapes, but modernized with a fresh color palette, these hand-crafted ornaments will never look … Read More ...

How to Frame Cross Stitch and Embroidery Using Sticky Board

December 19, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here’s a different method for framing your gorgeous embroidery and cross stitch designs.  It’s using sticky board and the method comes to you from Stitched Modern.

What a great technique!  The tutorial takes you through the supplies you are … Read More ...

Free Motion Embroidery Fibre Art Sampler

December 17, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Draw with thread on your sewing machine to make gorgeous abstract embroidered creations.

Lacy micro textile artworks are created with free-motion stitching on water-soluble cloth. You can see the full tutorial here 

 

 … Read More ...

DIY Hand Embroidered Cards For Every Holiday

December 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

DIY Hand Embroidered Cards are a fast project to stitch & send to someone you are grateful for this Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion! It is also a terrific learn-to-embroider project.

I’ve made a Free Pattern for embroidering four different … Read More ...

Sulky Hand Embroidered Lettering

December 14, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Mark your calendars because Sulky is having a webinar on Hand Letter machine embroidery.  You’ll need to purchase a kit that will have everything you need to know in it.

The teacher for this is Karlee Porter and she is … Read More ...

How to Make a Punch Needle Easter Chick

December 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Punch needle projects are a great way to add a touch of personalization to your everyday items. They are also an excellent way to try out new techniques and experiment with different designs. If you’re looking for a fun and … Read More ...

Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner

December 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Add a fun splash of holiday cheer with this Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner! This fun and simple sewing project is the perfect way to brighten any space.

I have been wanting to find one of these for a … Read More ...

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