Art, patterns and techniques
Let your patriotism shine with this beautiful hand embroidery design by Flamingo Toes. It is simple and stunning.
Using easy back stitching throughout the design, it is a good pattern for beginners as well as more experienced stitchers. The … Read More ...
Decorate your Christmas tree with one, or all, of these beautiful hand-embroidered Christmas ornaments. All of the patterns are free and they will look lovely in your home. They would also make a festive and heartfelt gift for a loved … Read More ...
Isn’t this one of the most lovely embroidered Halloween cat throw pillows you have ever seen? It was designed by Ohoh Deco and you can get the free pattern when you sign up for her email list.
If you are … Read More ...
When I saw the tutorial for these adorable plastic canvas mini Jack O’Lanterns I knew I had to bring it to you. Just look at these cute decorations by My Plastic Canvas Projects.
Everything you need to know is … Read More ...
One of the most commonly used and recognized embroidery stitches is the Satin stitch. The satin stitch can be used for so many different looks in your embroidery designs. Many of the patterns you can purchase use it in designs … Read More ...
Great for back to school or any other time of year, make a few of these adorable plastic canvas apple coaster. The free pattern is from Stings Away!.
This is an easy pattern. The blog post is short and it … Read More ...
Make your own unique felt embroidered mandala with this tutorial from Shiny Happy World. You don’t even need a pattern with this method.
It is essentially doodling with thread, albeit a bit more structured because of the mandala design.… Read More ...
We all love plastic canvas crafts right? I know I like them, especially easy ones and these coasters are just that. Easy and festive, you are sure to find a design that you love. Best of all, they are all … Read More ...
Jazz up your plain pillowcases with some machine embroidery. This tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek shows you how.
Containing all sorts of tips and tricks, you will learn everything you need to know. There are also detailed step by step … Read More ...
Make this year’s holiday cards special by hand embroidery them. It is easy with this tutorial from DMC.
From supplies to tools needed, you will find out everything you need to know to make your cards. There are a … Read More ...
Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures. It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.
The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More ...
Perfect to show off your hand stitching pride, here are 10 free sewing related hand embroidery patterns from DMC. Which one is your favorite? Looking at all of these, I can’t choose one, but I do think it would … Read More ...
Make a lovely hand embroidered ABC wall hanging when you take this course from CreativeBug. Taught by Lauren of Lark Rising Embroidery, this sampler is a great way to get in your daily embroidery practice.
Ideal for the intermediate … Read More ...
Add a little bling to your next punch needle project with some beads. It’s easier than you think with this tutorial from Doodle Dog Primitives.
As the author explains, beading not only adds that extra decorative touch, it can be … Read More ...
I don’t know about you, but it is not always easy aligning text onto an embroidery canvas. Often I can’t get it centered just right, or the letters are different sizes. Whatever the case may be, this article and video … Read More ...