Art, patterns and techniques
Are you new to needlepoint? Learn the basic (and incredibly fun) craft of plastic canvas embroidery—and produce a cool keychain in the process. This simple guide will teach you how to accomplish a plastic canvas keychain with a step-by-step tutorial.… Read More ...
Nature hikes inspired this collection of needlework motifs, which includes anything from dandelions and violets to mushrooms and fall foliage.
The needlework designs available here are inspired by the wonder and beauty of the natural world, and they recall wildflower … Read More ...
Aari Hand Embroidery is a centuries-old art form that has been passed down through generations in India. This intricate, delicate craft is a labor of love and requires extreme skill, patience, and attention to detail. While it is often used … Read More ...
This Embroidery how-to video demonstrates the fundamental stitches used in blackwork hand embroidery.
See the 12-video ‘Blackwork Files’ playlist or watch this video directly below.
This video, presented by Sarah Homfray, a graduate of The Royal School of Needlework’s 3-year … Read More ...
Stitch these nine 7-count plastic canvas pieces to experience the warmth and splendor of the Indian Southwest. Make a 19 1/2″ x 14″ wall hanging, a 5″ x 7 1/4″ x 1 1/2″ bear accent, 4 1/2″ square coasters with … Read More ...
While satin and backstitch stitches are both great ways to add texture and variety to embroidery, this Couching may not be as frequently used as these two. However, these stitches are simple yet versatile, which makes them a great addition … Read More ...
Silk ribbon embroidery is a truly unique and fascinating needlework technique that has a rich history dating back centuries. It’s amazing to think about how this art form has evolved and been passed down through generations, and how it continues … Read More ...
Lesson 05: Cherry Blossom Tree Embroidery – French Knot Flowers
A basic and easy approach for making a cherry blossom tree.
All six strands of cotton embroidery floss were utilized.
Cherry blossoms are associated with both birth and death, beauty … Read More ...
All of these car designs are created on a 7-mesh Plastic canvas. This fire engine, school bus, RV, and other vehicles will make a terrific addition to your home decor. I especially love the RV, a perfect handmade plastic … Read More ...
If you’ve ever used plastic canvas before, you’ll know that it’s a very versatile medium. You can make so many things with plastic canvas — from baskets to blankets, storage boxes to wall hangings and now even coasters! Plastic canvas … Read More ...
Stitch this beautifully embroidered pomegranate branch into pillowcases, totes, and kitchen linens. Pomegranates, said by some to be the “forbidden fruit” of Eden, look delectable stitched with DMC Mouliné Spécial threads.
Serena White of Hoglet & Co is a UK-based … Read More ...
As you many know already, machine embroidery is the use of computerized machines to create intricate designs on fabric or other materials using threads or yarns. The process involves using specialized software to create a digital design, which is then … Read More ...
The white work embroidery is self-explanatory. The name alone hints at what this stitching is all about. It is the fine delicate embroidery done on white cloth with white thread, as seen on table linen, delicate lingerie, baptism dresses, bridal … Read More ...
These letters, cut from 7-count plastic canvas, may be connected to spell out welcome signs, nameplates for children’s rooms, cradle mobiles, gift baskets, party decorations, and a variety of other creative adornments.
Plastic … Read More ...
This sequin tutorial is all about showing you how to sew on a sequin. Whilst this sewing tutorial is aimed at belly dancers, it still features the basic techniques you need for using sequins in your embroidery patterns or crazy … Read More ...