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Jesus in a Manger Hand Embroidery Pattern

October 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

October 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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.

The article shows you all … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider on Balsa Wood

October 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

October 5, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

October 3, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

October 2, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

October 1, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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

September 29, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

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

September 27, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

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 ...

10 Free Halloween Hand Embroidery Patterns

September 25, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Halloween is a wonderful holiday that many of us look forward to every year. Whether it’s the cooler weather or the excitement of costumes and decorations, Halloween is a time to let loose and have fun.

For those who love … Read More ...

How to Make a Needlepoint Cardinal – Free Pattern

September 23, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Based on a quilt block, this fun little cardinal needlepoint pattern is brought to you by Nuts about Needlepoint and is easy to make.

Made with various shades of greens, blues, and reds (with a little bit of brown and … Read More ...

Mystical Stitches – Book Review And Giveaway

September 22, 2021 by Shellie Wilson 15 Comments

 

Christi Johnson’s Mystical Stitches (June 2021) is a beautiful embroidery book with over 100 unique patterns influenced by a vibrant folk-art aesthetic and imbued with metaphysical meaning. Readers may mix and sew each symbol to create unique embroidered items of … Read More ...

Turn Sketches Into Embroidery Patterns

September 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Amy, over on Amy Loves to Sew, brings us another lovely how to tutorial.  This time it is how to turn sketches into embroidery motifs.  What a wonderful process!

Whether you like to doodle, or your child is constantly … Read More ...

Beginner Flower Embroidery Pattern

September 19, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For people who may be new to hand embroidery, here is a lovely design from The Yellow Birdhouse to help get you started.  In this tutorial you will learn how to do a number of different and common stitches. You … Read More ...

5 Festive Gingerbread Plastic Canvas Patterns

September 18, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Ah, gingerbread – isn’t it just the epitome of holiday cheer? The sweet, spicy aroma and the delicious taste make it the perfect addition to your holiday season. And let’s not forget about its adorable look – gingerbread people and … Read More ...

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