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Embroidery for Mental Health: How Stitching Reduces Stress

July 23, 2025 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

In a world that moves at lightning speed, slowing down isn’t just a luxury—it’s a necessity. That’s why so many people are turning to embroidery for mental health, seeking comfort in the calm repetition of needle and thread. And … Read More ...

Learn Huck Weaving

April 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to huck weave with this helpful and detailed tutorial from Craft & Fabric Links.  Not only will you find instructions for doing this kind of needlework, there are two free patterns included as well.

Huck weaving is … Read More ...

Rainbow Hand Embroidery Houses – Free Pattern

April 20, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Just looking at these beautiful rainbow row houses embroidered onto a tea towel will make you happy.  This cheerful and fun design comes to us from Albion Gould and wow am I ready to give this project a try.

The … Read More ...

How to Teach Embroidery to Kids

February 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Beautifully written and containing plenty of instructions and photos, this tutorial from Art Bar on how to teach children to embroider is a must-read if you want to introduce a youngster this fun hobby.

What drew me to this tutorial … Read More ...

Weekend Makes: Punch Needle – Book Review

December 15, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Take a look around social media and it is easy see that punch needle is one of the most popular needlework trends out there.  This new book Weekend Makes: Punch Needle 25 Quick and Easy Projects to Make, by … Read More ...

Free Elf Movie Quote Hand Embroidery Pattern

November 24, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I’m pretty sure that around the holidays, the movie Elf  has got to be one of the most frequently quoted movies.  Of course I don’t actually know that for a fact, but given all of the memes and others things … Read More ...

Embroidery Inspiration

December 27, 2019 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Wow! This is “Girl Reaching” by Tricia Jordan

Image via here… Read More ...

Hoop up your Halloween

October 16, 2016 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

The perfect Halloween hoop by Anna of I Made This Sh*t. (I’m skeered.) Go to her blog post for an image you can click to enlarge.

Looking for more Halloween Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy.… Read More ...

8 Adorable Stitching Patterns

August 1, 2016 by Larissa Coleman Leave a Comment

Gone are the days for hand stitching to be something your grandma does.  These adorable stitching patterns will convince you that hand stitching can be cute and modern, and fit for any age.  Take a look at our 8 favorites … Read More ...

10 Cross Stitch Patterns for the Disney Fan

October 31, 2015 by Larissa Coleman 3 Comments

Do you love cross stitch, and love all things Disney?  These 10 patterns are perfect for the Disney fan in you.  With most of them being for those old classics, you are sure to find something that all ages … Read More ...

You Won’t Believe What She Did To These Photos

October 25, 2015 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Jose Romussi is the Artist behind these embroidery works of art. I think they look amazing and add loads of dimension to an ordinary photo. Whilst I don’t think I would block out the eyes (that looks a little creepy) … Read More ...

You Won’t Believe What She Has Embroided

September 16, 2015 by Shellie Wilson 1 Comment

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This hand Embroidered Lamp shade is simply stunning. Thanks to Mr X Stitch I came across this wonderful artist Molly Muriel. You can read more about her on his blog post Stitchgasm.… Read More ...

Roper Baskets With Attitude

September 11, 2015 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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Rope baskets are flooding the internet and DIY sites but this creative colourful version by Damask Love has such attitude. Using Embroidery floss the simple rope basket has been taken in to a completely new dimension. You can view the … Read More ...

7 Cross Stitch Patterns To Get You Ready For Fall

August 13, 2015 by Larissa Coleman Leave a Comment

Yes, we realized that it’s still the end of the Summer months, but let’s face it, needlework is not something that can be done overnight.  Especially not cross-stitch.  So, today we are bringing you 7 patterns that you can start … Read More ...

6 Alphabet Patterns For Hand Embroidery

July 12, 2015 by Larissa Coleman 2 Comments

 

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Hand embroidery is a very delicate art form, and by taking into account the details that can go into one piece, the possibility of creating an exact duplicate is nearly impossible.  Today we are bringing you 6 alphabet patterns for … Read More ...

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