We all have those wooden embroidery hoops. They are nice and they serve their purpose, but let’s be honest, they are fairly plain. Well, Amy from Amy Love to Sew demonstrates how to turn that simple embroidery hoop into something … Read More ...
How to Turn Kids Artwork into Embroidery
As a mother I can tell you that I have a bin full of artwork that my child has done over the years. It’s hard for me to throw any of it out, even after many years. I also have … Read More ...
Valentine’s Heart Punch Needle Tutorial
Are you ready for an adorable small punch needle project for Valentine’s Day? Then you don’t need to look any further then this one from the Crafty Lumberjacks. It’s charming and easy to make.
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Plastic Canvas Paper Clips Tutorial
Cuteness overload alert! Get ready for Valentine’s Day by making one, or a bunch, of these plastic canvas paper clips from Craft a Happy Home. These would make lovely little gifts to add to your Valentine’s Day cards. Great … Read More ...
Plastic Canvas Penguin Earrings Tutorial
If you like penguins as much as I do, then you should probably make these earrings. How cute are they?! These little guys from Alexandra over on Eye Love Knots put a smile on my face as soon as I … Read More ...
Kid’s Hand Embroidery Pattern
Hand embroidery is such a special skill to pass on to children. In these days of digital overload, it is nice to get kids to sit down and concentrate on something that isn’t a screen. That’s why this tutorial from … Read More ...
How to Create Otomi Embroidery
I was fascinated to see this tutorial about Otomi Embroidery from Sarita Creative. I was not familiar with it, but when I saw this, I immediately recognized the technique from photos I had seen of embroidered objects from Mexico.… Read More ...
DIY Plastic Canvas Storage Box Tutorial
Sometimes it’s nice to make a needlework project that is unique. One that you have designed yourself and can’t be found in a store. That is what I think of when I see this adorable plastic canvas storage box tutorial … Read More ...
Free Rainbow of Hope Embroidery Pattern
With everything going on in the world right now, we all need a little hope. This Rainbow of Hope design from Amy Loves to Sew is a little reminder that there is hope out there. Amy was prompted to design … Read More ...
Snowdrops Silk Ribbon Embroidery Tutorial
As soon as I saw this snowdrops silk ribbon design from Hearty Craft, I knew I would be making it. More specifically, I knew I would be making it for my mother who absolutely loves snowdrops. When snowdrops bloom, … Read More ...
Free I Love Us Hand Embroidery Design
Sometimes a few words is all you need to express a feeling. That is why this lovely hand embroidery pattern from Bev over on Flamingo Toes is so special. Those three simple words mean so much and they will to … Read More ...
French Knots Heart Hand Embroidery Pattern
Ok all you hand embroidery lovers…it’s time to get out your needle and thread and whip up one (or more) of these beautiful french knots hearts. The Sewing Loft brings us this charming and easy project.
I especially love the … Read More ...
Four Fun, Free and Easy Hand Embroidery Patterns
Perfect for a beginner, these four free hand embroidery patterns from Shiny Happy World, are easy to make and super cute too!
With designs including a whimsical bird, a girl, a heart, and a flower, you are sure to … Read More ...
Mini Mandala Free Hand Embroidery Pattern
I have always been drawn to mandalas. They have such beautiful and intricate designs, yet they also have a wonderful symmetry to them. So when I saw this tutorial for a mini one from MagaMerlina, I had to bring … Read More ...
Hand Embroidered Happy New Year Napkins – Free Pattern
Get out your fine linens, pop open the bubbly, and get ready to ring in the new year in style with these beautiful hand embroidered napkins. Anchor has this free intermediate level pattern so you can make them yourself.
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