As the winter months approach, we can’t help but be enchanted by the beauty of snowflakes. They’re delicate, intricate, and unique, much like the art of hand embroidery. If you’re looking for a new project to work on during the … Read More ...
How to Make Machine Embroidered Free Standing Lace
Have you ever looked at those beautiful free standing lace creations and wished you could make something like that? Now you can with this helpful tutorial from We All Sew, the Bernina blog.
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22 Plastic Canvas Stitches
With links to tutorials for 22 different plastic canvas stitches, this article from Needlepointers is a must-read for crafters who want to learn more about plastic canvas work.
Honestly, there are many stitches in this list that I have never … Read More ...
3D Punch Needle Turkey Pattern
I am pretty sure that anyone who celebrates Thanksgiving and does punch needle needs to make this gorgeous 3D Turkey pattern that can be purchased over on Etsy. It is designed by The Primitive Pony USA.
The pattern is … Read More ...
10 Free Needlework Pincushion Patterns
Pincushions are one of those little projects that don’t take too much time to make, but are useful. They make great gifts and are a good way to practice needlework skills. There are also a ton of designs available. … Read More ...
How to Make a Rainbow Bricks Needlepoint Ornament
Here’s a small needlepoint project that really packs a graphic punch! It’s a rainbow design from Nuts About Needlepoint.
Complete with a detailed stitch chart and color instructions, you can stitch this up in time for the holidays or … Read More ...
Jesus in a Manger Hand Embroidery Pattern
Perfect for Christmas, this charming Baby Jesus in a Manger pattern from Wild Olive is an easy and fast design to make.
You will find a downloadable pdf file for the design. There are not a lot of instructions on … Read More ...
How to Turn Hand Embroidery Into a Patch
Show off that beautiful embroidered piece you just made by turning it into a patch and putting it on a wearable item. You can learn how with the helpful tutorial from Jessica Long Embroidery.
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How to Machine Embroider on Balsa Wood
This is probably one of the most unique embroidery ideas I have seen in a long time. It is machine embroidery on balsa wood!
How cool is that? The tutorial is over on the Sewing Machine Fun website.
With detailed … Read More ...
Hydrangea Face Mask Pattern
Here’s a fun way to jazz up a plain face mask. This pattern, which you can purchase from Leisure Arts, is about as pretty as it gets.
You will need to provide all of the supplies, but the pattern has … Read More ...
Embroidery Stitches with a Punch Needle
With punch needle everywhere these days it is fun to come across a technique that is a little bit different than what it usually looks like. Just check out this tutorial on doing embroidery stitches with a punch needle and … Read More ...
9 Free Pumpkin Embroidery Patterns
Pumpkins…you see them starting in the early fall months all the way through the end of November. Nowadays pumpkin decor starts appearing in stores in late August! You can incorporate pumpkins in any of your pumpkin embroidery with one of … Read More ...
10 Ribbon Embroidery Flowers Designs
This video tutorial is a perfect resource for those who are looking to learn more about the art of ribbon embroidery. With its clear and sharp camera work, it is easy to follow along as the maker demonstrates ten different … Read More ...
How to Make a Child’ Embroidery Pencil Case
Here is a fun way to help children how to do hand embroidery. Have them make their own pencil case with their name on it. The tutorial comes to us from Jacks & Kate and is fun project for any … Read More ...
Ways to Finish a Punch Needle Canvas
You have finished your punch needle masterpiece and are ready to show it off. Now what do you do? Never fear, Marching North is here. Well actually Crystal, the blog author, is. She gives us three different ways to finish … Read More ...