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Vote – Free Hand Embroidery Pattern

November 1, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

With the election coming up in a few days here in the United States, I thought that this was a fitting hand embroidery project to bring to you.  This “Vote” pattern is a festive way to show off your patriotic … Read More ...

Free Thanksgiving Turkey Hand Embroidery Pattern

October 30, 2020 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

You are going to want tp gobble up this adorable little hand embroidered turkey pattern from A Lively Hope.  It’s perfect for Thanksgiving and that is one of those holidays that, sadly, gets overlooked sometimes.  Because it fall about … Read More ...

Halloween Embroidered Sweater Tutorial

October 27, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you someone who doesn’t like to wear elaborate Halloween costumes, but still likes to show a little bit of holiday spirit?  Have I got a hand embroidery project for you!

Just look at the Boo! design on this sweater.  … Read More ...

Free Pattern In The Hoop – ITH – Christmas Bauble Candy Cane

October 25, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This free machine embroidery pattern is for a ITH or In the Hoop project. This pattern creates a small Christmas bauble that holds a candy cane or lollipop. I have also seen ideas where $10 notes are rolled tight and … Read More ...

Jointed Christmas Tree Ornaments Plastic Canvas Pattern

October 24, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Kids of all ages will enjoy these 10 Christmas tree ornaments with moveable parts. All are stitched on 7-count plastic canvas using Needloft or worsted-weight yarn. Snowman, Reindeer, Penguin, Cardinal, Soldier, Santa and more are included in the pattern. You
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How to Hand Embroider Letters – 10 Free Tutorials

October 23, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you noticed all of the hand embroidery projects with letters on them?  From funny to inspirational, there is something for everyone.  It’s not that hard to write your own messages with embroidery.  It just takes a bit of know-how.… Read More ...

Ribbon Embroidery Forget Me Nots – Free Tutorial

October 22, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Perfect as an introduction to ribbon embroidery, this forget-me-not flower pattern is lovely.  Forget-me-nots appear throughout history.  They were Henry the IV’s emblem.  It is also said that the name comes from a German tale.  According to the legend, a … Read More ...

Charlie Brown Christmas Tree Free Hand Embroidery Pattern

October 20, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Doesn’t everyone need a Charlie Brown Christmas tree in their lives?  Well, maybe not everyone, but I’m pretty sure lots of people do.  I anxiously await that time of year when the Charlie Brown Christmas television special. And when the … Read More ...

100+ Free Christmas Snowman Machine Embroidery Designs

October 19, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Embroidery has become increasingly popular in recent years as a fun and creative hobby, and the holiday season is the perfect time to showcase your skills. Snowmen are a classic symbol of the winter season, bringing joy and cheer to … Read More ...

Victorian Tufting Embroidery – DIY Tutorial

October 16, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever heard of victorian tufting?  I know that I had not seen it before, but I sure am intrigued.  Along the lines of turkey work, or the Ghiordes knot, it’s basically fluffy embroidery work and it looks like … Read More ...

DIY Tutorial – How to Paint Your Own Needlepoint Canvas

October 15, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Even though there are thousands of needlepoint patterns available, sometimes you just want to design your own canvas.  There may be a landscape or a flower that reminds you of someone dear, or maybe an image that strikes your fancy.  … Read More ...

Free Christmas Wreath Punch Needle Pattern

October 13, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Perfect for Christmas, this punch needle embroidery wreath pattern is from Chicken Scratch NY.  The way various shades of green were used really brings the pattern to life, and the pretty plaid bow finishes it off nicely.

I’ve always … Read More ...

Floral Purse Hand Embroidery Free Pattern

October 11, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Floral designs in hand embroidery are always fun to make, and this bouquet of flowers design from Anchor Crafts is an absolutely lovely example.  Because of the various stitches used, there is plenty of dimension in this pattern.  That dimension … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas Patterns – Snowflakes

October 10, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Celebrate winter with 7 glistening snowflakes made using white yarn, silver metallic cord and 5- or 7-count plastic canvas. Use the 7 basic patterns and your imagination and you can create dozens of decorative accents.

Looking for more Plastic … Read More ...

Halloween Spiderweb Hand Embroidery – Free Pattern

October 9, 2020 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

You aren’t scared of spiders are you?  Well, there is no need to be scared of this guy, even if he wove a spooky message for you.  I love creative embroidery hoop projects and this is definitely a creative design … Read More ...

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