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Hello Fall Hand Embroidery Pattern

September 15, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jacquelynne Steves brings us this charming and free hand embroidery pattern.  Hello Fall is perfect for those cool months that will be arriving soon.

If you have some experience with hand embroidery then this pattern is for you.  The article … Read More ...

How to Make DIY Punch Needle Patches

September 13, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Put your punch needle skills to good use with these fun patches.  It’s a great way to jazz up your favorite jeans jacket and it is easy to do.  This tutorial from Something Turquoise shows you how.

Including a detailed … Read More ...

Free Hand Embroidery USA Map Pattern

September 11, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Let your patriotism shine with this beautiful hand embroidery design by Flamingo Toes.  It is simple and stunning.

Using easy back stitching throughout the design, it is a good pattern for beginners as well as more experienced stitchers.  The … Read More ...

17 Hand Embroidered Christmas Ornament Patterns

September 10, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Decorate your Christmas tree with one, or all, of these beautiful hand-embroidered Christmas ornaments.  All of the patterns are free and they will look lovely in your home.  They would also make a festive and heartfelt gift for a loved … Read More ...

How to Make a Decorative Embroidered Halloween Cat Throw Pillow

September 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Isn’t this one of the most lovely embroidered Halloween cat throw pillows you have ever seen?  It was designed by Ohoh Deco and you can get the free pattern when you sign up for her email list.

If you are … Read More ...

How to Make Plastic Canvas Mini Jack O’Lanterns

September 7, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

When I saw the tutorial for these adorable plastic canvas mini Jack O’Lanterns I knew I had to bring it to you.  Just look at these cute decorations by My Plastic Canvas Projects.

Everything you need to know is … Read More ...

How to Do the Satin Stitch in Embroidery

September 5, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

One of the most commonly used and recognized embroidery stitches is the Satin stitch.  The satin stitch can be used for so many different looks in your embroidery designs.  Many of the patterns you can purchase use it in designs … Read More ...

10 Free Halloween Hand Embroidery Patterns

September 3, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

The spooky Halloween season is almost here and to get you in the mood I have rounded up several free patterns.  Some are super spooky and some are fun and festive.  Most are easy so even beginners can tackle them.… Read More ...

How to Make an Apple Plastic Canvas Coaster

September 2, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Great for back to school or any other time of year, make a few of these adorable plastic canvas apple coaster.  The free pattern is from Stings Away!.

This is an easy pattern.  The blog post is short and it … Read More ...

How to Hand Embroider a Felt Mandala

August 31, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Make your own unique felt embroidered mandala with this tutorial from Shiny Happy World.  You don’t even need a pattern with this method.

It is essentially doodling with thread, albeit a bit more structured because of the mandala design.… Read More ...

Sweet Stitches Embroidery Pattern Book

August 29, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

From the Fat Quarter Shop comes this lovely pattern book called Sweet Stitches.  It is written by Aneela Hoey and contains…wait for it…over 250 iron-on embroidery designs.  Wow!

Containing 120 pages there are patterns as well as instructions on transferring … Read More ...

9 Free Plastic Canvas Coasters Patterns

August 27, 2022 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

We all love plastic canvas crafts right?  I know I like them, especially easy ones and these coasters are just that.  Easy and festive, you are sure to find a design that you love.  Best of all, they are all … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider on Pillowcases

August 25, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jazz up your plain pillowcases with some machine embroidery.  This tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek shows you how.

Containing all sorts of tips and tricks, you will learn everything you need to know.  There are also detailed step by step … Read More ...

How to Embroidery Your Own Holiday Greeting Cards

August 23, 2022 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Make this year’s holiday cards special by hand embroidery them.  It is easy with this tutorial from DMC.

From supplies to tools needed, you will find out everything you need to know to make your cards.  There are a … Read More ...

Back To School Hand Embroidery Pattern

August 21, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures.  It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.

The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More ...

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