With everything going on in the world right now, we all need a little hope. This Rainbow of Hope design from Amy Loves to Sew is a little reminder that there is hope out there. Amy was prompted to design … Read More ...
Snowdrops Silk Ribbon Embroidery Tutorial
As soon as I saw this snowdrops silk ribbon design from Hearty Craft, I knew I would be making it. More specifically, I knew I would be making it for my mother who absolutely loves snowdrops. When snowdrops bloom, … Read More ...
Free I Love Us Hand Embroidery Design
Sometimes a few words is all you need to express a feeling. That is why this lovely hand embroidery pattern from Bev over on Flamingo Toes is so special. Those three simple words mean so much and they will to … Read More ...
French Knots Heart Hand Embroidery Pattern
Ok all you hand embroidery lovers…it’s time to get out your needle and thread and whip up one (or more) of these beautiful french knots hearts. The Sewing Loft brings us this charming and easy project.
I especially love the … Read More ...
Mini Mandala Free Hand Embroidery Pattern
I have always been drawn to mandalas. They have such beautiful and intricate designs, yet they also have a wonderful symmetry to them. So when I saw this tutorial for a mini one from MagaMerlina, I had to bring … Read More ...
Hand Embroidered Happy New Year Napkins – Free Pattern
Get out your fine linens, pop open the bubbly, and get ready to ring in the new year in style with these beautiful hand embroidered napkins. Anchor has this free intermediate level pattern so you can make them yourself.
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20 Free Unicorn Machine Embroidery Designs
Below are 20 free Unicorn Embroidery designs for Machine Embroidery. All of these Unicorn patterns were free at the time of writing this article. If you have found some online and would like to share, let us know and we … Read More ...
Woven Flowers Embroidery Tutorial
Over on Pumora there is a wonderful series of tutorials on how to embroider flowers. The various articles take you through some of the steps needed to create beautiful hand embroidered flowers for your designs.
I thought I would highlight … Read More ...
5 Free Pansy Hand Embroidery Patterns
I love pansies. They are such beautiful flowers that thrive in all sorts of temperatures. I always get a pack in the early spring. Even when we get a frost or snow, they come right back and keep on blooming. … Read More ...
Plastic Canvas Corner Bookmark Pattern
The moment I saw these plastic canvas corner bookmark patterns from Leisure Arts, I knew they were going on my “to do” list. I have a number of friends who are avid readers and these would be absolutely perfect for … Read More ...
Free Poinsettia Needlepoint Ornament Pattern
Looking a bit like a star burst, this poinsettia needlepoint ornament design from Nuts about Needlepoint is a small, but striking design. As a quilter, I love that it takes a quilt block design, transforms it to needlepoint project and … Read More ...
Free Winter Mittens Hand Embroidery Pattern
When the cold weather arrives, it’s nice to have a hand embroidery project to work on. This charming design from Sarah Ashford over at Polka Dot Chair is an easy and quick make for you to try.
Including a few … Read More ...
Plastic Canvas Amigurumi Kittens Pattern
There are dog people, there are cat people, and there are people who love them all. However, I think we can all agree that these little plastic canvas amigurumi kittens are just about as cute as they can be! You … Read More ...
Weekend Makes: Punch Needle – Book Review
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 ...
Plastic Canvas Needlepoint Coasters Tutorial
Are you looking for a quick and easy plastic canvas needlepoint Christmas gift for someone? Here’s a nice (and useful) idea for you. Make a set of these pretty coasters in a kaleidoscope pattern. The design comes from Homeschooling Hearts … Read More ...