Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread blog tested an unconventional tool for transferring embroidery designs. See her blog post. You’ll be pleasantly surprised.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Slipped detached chain stitch
This week’s TAST challenge is slipped detached chain stitch. SharonB (Pin Tangle) says,
Slipped detached chain is often called tulip stitch and is one of those easy quick stitches that lends itself to variation.
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Free charts: Cross-stitch
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More ...
Are you licensed?
I’ve had a few readers ask me why I never point to the free charts on their sites. They’ve worked so hard to create high-quality designs, and they’re eager for their work to be shared. In each case, the designer … Read More ...
Tutorial: Embroidered CD holder
Urban Threads has posted a tutorial for making an embroidered CD holder to match your personality (or your car’s). The UT e-newsletter says,
… Read More ...How about a slick little car visor CD case to stash a collection of your fave driving
Free DVD and machine-embroidery designs
Here’s some rockin news from SWAKembroidery.com:
… Read More ...Ready to do some crafting fun with the grandchildren? We’re thrilled to be able to share with you a BRAND-NEW DVD called “Summer Crafts with Kids” from theDIYdish.com! We’ll present plenty of activities
Shop The Needlework Show
The Needlework Show — known as an online venue for wholesale sales of needlework designs, kits, and supplies — is now open for retail sales. You can place orders directly with exhibitors through the show’s site. The opportunity is fleeting. … Read More ...
Men: You could be a stitching star
Country Bumpkin, publisher of (among other wonderful things) Inspirations magazine, is on the hunt for stitchy men. The latest issue of Country Bumpkin Webletter says,
… Read More ...In a future issue of Inspirations, we’re featuring a story about male embroiderers.
Free chart: Duckling
The e-newsletter of The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com says,
This sweet baby duck is the perfect way to wish someone a very ‘Happy Birdy’! Stitch him for a friend today!
How to damp stretch embroidery
Ruth O’Leary shows us how to damp stretch embroidery — an alternative to pressing a finished work that is guaranteed not to crush the stitching. See her post.… Read More ...
Inspiration: works of hands
Vincent Valiente of works of hands blog lets us peek at his first stumpwork attempt. Isn’t it spectacular. Just look at the dragonfly’s wings! I believe this guy can stitch anything! See more on his blog post.
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Tutorial: Silk Ribbon sunflower
Carol Daisy shows us how to make this sweet silk-ribbon sunflower with a center of luscious French knots. See the tute.
Still looking for more patterns? Check these flower embroidery patterns out on Etsy and these designs over on … Read More ...
Neta goes small
Oh, look! Neta Amir (Doll Stories) is making her sock creatures in miniature sizes! See more photos on her blog.… Read More ...
An eyeful of thimbles
Eye-candy alert! Paddy’s Daughter shows us some thimbles and holders that would make anyone want to take up hand-stitching. See her post.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Melissa Crowe
This ring-bearer pillow made me laugh out loud with suprise and delight. Of course it’s by Melissa Crowe (Checkout Girl)! She designed it especially for her sister-in-law’s wedding. Get the details from Melissa’s blog post.… Read More ...
