This tutorial by Needlenthread.com shows you how to add shadow work to a monogrammed Initial. The shadowing creates depth to your piece.
Cupcake Coaster – Free Plastic Canvas Pattern
How sweet is this (pardon the punn). I love cupcakes and not just eating them. There is something whimsical and simple about cupcake artwork that I just love. For my daughter’s 3rd birthday we had a Cupcake Princess party. Pictures … Read More ...
Etsy Product Review – 3D Scalloped Hoop
This 3D printed scalloped embroidery hoop is a perfect home for your favorite fabric, cross-stitch, or embroidery project. They make lovely necklaces, brooches, or tiny ornaments! $10 each.
Heart Shaped Hooked Rug
This little tutorial is actually from our sister site Craftbits.com. The image is a little old now but you can see the basics. The tutorial is easy to follow. How about this for Valentines day next year?… Read More ...
Snoopy – Free Plastic Canvas Pattern
We came across this Snoopy pattern with no links but after a little research it appears to be from this archived website.
This pattern is for plastic canvas and would look adorable as a wall hanging or even a little … Read More ...
3Dimensional Rose Cross Necklace
This tatting pattern is beautiful. I love the dimension of the rose. This free tatting pattern is available over at Yarnplayertats.… Read More ...
Machine Embroidery – Dress Front
This free Embroidery design is for the full front of a dress or top. The design is available for download at Embroideryshristi.com
If you use this design pop back and share your feedback. How beautiful would this look on a … Read More ...
Indian Edgeing Stitch
This stitch is great for a border around a centre pattern or just on it’s own on the bottom of a frock or blouse. I know I keep saying it but this stitch is perfect for the current bohemian gypsy … Read More ...
Free Pattern – Ocean and Sailboat Key Holder
The photograph doesn’t do this pattern any justice. It’s adorable and of course it’s totally practical. You can grab the free pattern over at Aokcorral.com. This would make a cute hair band holder for my daughter whose bedroom is … Read More ...
DIY Lavender Fox Sachet
Shelley from Gingermelon created this beautiful tutorial for a Fox lavender sachet. You can download the PDF files via the link. It does appear to be an archive so I suggest you save the file whilst it is still … Read More ...
Purse – Embroidered Jacket Upcycle
I love how this jacket looks and is styled. Obviously your jacket is not going to come out the same as this one was made using an old bag. But I still wanted to share it with you so that … Read More ...
Plastic Canvas – Lighthouse Coaster Set
I know a few old boatie guys who would love these coasters. They are perfect for a glass of scotch or rum. The pattern is available free but you will need to register and sign in at freepatterns.com.
Looking for … Read More ...
Hairpin & Tatting Angel Pattern
This angel pattern uses tatting and hair pin lace techniques. It is very adorable and available for free. It’s a little whimsy for me you need to kind of stare at it to appreciate it’s an angel but I am … Read More ...
Kutch Embroidery – Squares In A Row
This week we have another Kutch Embroidery stitch to share with you. This one is classed Squares in a row. It’s perfect for borders or accents. I would love to see this one on a belt for a true bohemian … Read More ...
Etsy Product Feature – Unicorn And Rainbow
Magic Unicorn AND Rainbow, 2 embroidery kits for kids and moms includes everything you need to create your own hand embroidered art.
The Unicorn and Rainbow embroidery design is printed on heavy fabric net, so there’s no need for embroidered … Read More ...