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How to Bead on Needlepoint

December 28, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

To add a little (or a lot of) bling to your next needlepoint canvas, try some beading.  This tutorial from Needlepoint.com shows you how.

The blog post has a complete list of what you will need, and then there is … Read More ...

How to Make Embroidered Felt Toadstools

December 26, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Gather up those felt scraps you have sitting around and get ready to make one or more of these adorable embroidered toadstools.  The free tutorial is over on the American Felt and Craft website.

When I look at these I … Read More ...

A Beginner’s Guide to Silk Ribbon Embroidery

December 23, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you have ever wanted to try silk ribbon embroidery then this tutorial from Crewel Ghoul is for you.

Full of step-by-step photos, the article goes over a number of different ribbon stitches, as well as supplies needed for this … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider Freestanding Lace Butterflies

December 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

You have got to take a look at this tutorial from We All Sew over on the Bernina blog.  Written by Kate Toney, it is for making freestanding butterfly lace and it is absolutely stunning!

The detailed tutorial has step-by-step … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider on Shoelaces

December 19, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you ready to try something completely different?  Try this fun method for doing machine embroidery on shoelaces.  How much fun does that sound like it would be!?  This tutorial from Sewing Machine Fun shows you how to do it.… Read More ...

4 Festive Plastic Canvas Snowflake Patterns

December 18, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Snowflake designs are some of the most stunning winter patterns and they are perfect to decorate your home with during the holiday season. You can easily capture the beauty of snowflakes with plastic canvas, making it possible to create these … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas Christmas Wreath – Free Tutorial

December 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Once you have made one of these darling plastic canvas Christmas ornament wreaths, you will want to make a lot more.  The tutorial, which is from Needlepointers.com, has written instructions as well as a step-by-step video tutorial.

To make … Read More ...

Free Outline Stitch Hand Embroidery Tutorial and Free Pattern

December 14, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you new to hand embroidery or just looking to brush up on your stitching technique?  Then this tutorial from Wandering Threads Embroidery is for your.

Beautiful photographs accompany the detailed step-by-step instructions for doing the Outline stitch.  It’s an … Read More ...

Happy New Year Embroidery Pattern

December 12, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

It is hard to believe that 2022 is almost here.  Ring it in with a fun embroidery project that you can purchase over one Etsy.  Just take a look at this festive design from Embroidery by Piko.  The purchase … Read More ...

Five Ugly Christmas Sweater Hand Embroidery Patterns

December 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Hey there! As the holiday party season approaches, it’s time to dig out those ugly Christmas sweaters. You know, the ones that you wear once a year and then tuck away in the back of your closet. But what if … Read More ...

How to Make Mixed Media Punch Needle Wall Art

December 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you intrigued by mixed media art projects?  Do you enjoy punch needle, but want to add something a little different to your projects?  This lovely project from North Shore Crafts may be just what you are looking for,

It … Read More ...

How to Center Machine Embroidery on a T-Shirt

December 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you have ever tried machine embroidery on a t-shirt you know it is not always that easy to get it centered just perfectly.  This helpful guide from Machine Embroidery Geek gives you all sorts of tips to get your … Read More ...

How to Turn a Picture into an Embroidery Pattern

December 5, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Like most people, we all have those special photos which bring back cherished memories.  Sure you can put the photo in a pretty frame and display it on a shelf.  But there are other ways to preserve a special photo.  … Read More ...

5 Christmas Ornament Embroidery Kits

December 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by creating your own homemade Christmas ornament. Ornament traditions have been passed down from generation to generation and they serve as a reminder … Read More ...

Free Gnome String Art Pattern

December 3, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Perfect for the holidays or any other time of the year, this gnome string art design from Ruffles & Rain Boots is about as charming as it gets.

You will need a number of supplies and plenty of embroidery thread … Read More ...

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