Connie G. Barwick, editor of About.com’s cross-stitch blog, has put together a list of quick, free Easter projects. Take a little break from preparations today to stitch one up. See the list.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Poetry cuffs
Check out these poetry textile cuffs by Cathy Cullis of November Moon blog. Great idea, excellent execution.… Read More ...
Free embroidery pattern: Little Dutch girl
The last time I repeated the word “Dutch” in reference to a pattern like this, a reader from the Netherlands dropped me an outraged note. We non-Dutch know that people don’t actually dress this way in the Netherlands. But this … Read More ...
Giveaway for baby
If there’s a baby (or baby shower) in your future, be sure to get in on the latest giveaway at The Baby Gardner. The blog says,
… Read More ...This week’s giveaway is our Bluebird Blanket for Baby. Bundle the little one
New guide to stabilizer
Embroidery-methods.com has published a new guide, Which machine embroidery stabilizer to use? Check it out!
If you still want more check out these Machine Embroidery patterns on Etsy.… Read More ...
Video tute: Needle tatting
Oooooooooo! Now you can watch Pamela l(aka TotusMel) needle tat! See the video tute on her blog!… Read More ...
Giveaway: Carina’s first pattern
Carina of feeling stitchy fame has just released her first embroidery pattern, and it’s precious. She says,
… Read More ...It’s a special little world, drifting along in a cloud. Fairies live there, I think. In little smurf-like houses; colourful toadstools. Maybe they
Great wads of free embroidery patterns
Look what’s tucked away in a corner of knitting-and.com: a huge list of links to free embroidery patterns! I would never have thought to look there! I’m so glad Patty of Pip Stitch was on top of this … Read More ...
Happy Easter from Di van Niekerk
Di van Niekerk offers this Easter gift to readers — a sweet image that is perfect for embroidered embellishment. Get the free image. Or if you prefer, the image and fibers are available in kit form from Di’s Crafts … Read More ...
Machine embroidery from your sewing machine
Karline of Urban Threads shares this tidbit:
… Read More ...“Scribbles” embroidery has become a popular style at Urban Threads. Our newest tutorial shows you how to replicate the look with ANY design — with a regular sewing machine! Combine freemotion embroidery techniques
Holy Hogwarts!
There’s a huge list of free Harry-Potter-related needlework patterns at The Leaky Cauldron. See the list; get the patterns.
Many thanks to Connie of About.com’s cross-stitch blog for pointing out this link.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Matryoshkas
Don’t miss these adorable matryoshka dolls! The hand-embroidery pattern is free from Blue Bird Studio. Get the pattern.… Read More ...
Arrrrrrrrrrrr…free patterns!
Kira Franz-Knight of Tangarang blog is sharing her original pirate-inspired hand-embroidery patterns. She says, “Try these stitched onto toddler tee-shirts or use as iron-on transfers for canvas loot bags for a Pirate Party!” Get the patterns.… Read More ...
Free chart: Easter hatchling
Here’s another adorable chick from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com. Designed by Sharon Welch, this little hatchling would be perfect for plastic canvas. Get the chart.
Looking for more Plastic Canvas patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
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More lessons from TotusMel
Pamela Quevedo (aka TotusMel) has posted another tatting tutorial on Instructables. This time, she has kicked it up a notch from beginner level. She says,
… Read More ...This necklace will help you learn split rings, josephine knots and clovers to