Eep! Make a little felt version of Queen Elizabeth’s corgi — and lots of other British inspired items. The whole pattern set is free from Creative Breathing. Go to her blog post.
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How to rip it
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint explains how to rip out stitches without damaging your needlepoint canvas. See her post.… Read More ...
Make a flowery pincushion
This Flower Power Pincushion has the perfect amount of hand-stitched embellishment to make it stylish as well as practical. Jessica of Twin Fibers designed it and shares the tutorial at The Sewing Loft. Find out how to make one.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Adding applique to embroidery
Corinne of So September shows us how to add fabric applique to an embroidery project. Even though the example she uses is seasonal, the principles work for any design. Go to her tute.… Read More ...
Free patterns for beginning stitchers
If you’re new to embroidery or returning to stitching after a long break, starting with the right patterns makes all the difference. This collection of free embroidery patterns for beginning stitchers is designed to build confidence without feeling overwhelming. You’ll … Read More ...
Free patterns: Bunny and chick
Easter will be here before you know it.
Bunnies and chicks are classic stitching motifs that instantly bring a bit of springtime cheer to your needlework. This sweet collection of free bunny and chick patterns is perfect for Easter stitching,
Tutorial: Embroidered mitten napkin rings
Remember the free mitten pattern from Mollie of Wild Olive? Now Mollie shows us how to use the design to make adorable winter napkin rings. See the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: French Knot Heart Pincushion
There’s something soothing and kind of Zen about making dozens and dozens of French knots. And aren’t the results stunning. Vanessa of V and Co. shows us how to make a sweet little pincushion, fluffy with French knots and perfect … Read More ...
Tutorial: Pincushion and thimble necklace
It’s a thimble! It’s a pincushion! It’s a necklace! The best statement jewelry ever for those of us who love to stitch. Karen of Sew Many Ways shows us how to make one. And she says it’s easy. Check out … Read More ...
Manya spreads the love: Free pattern
When Manya of Humming Needles saw her silk-ribbon heart featured here on CraftGossip, she decided to give all of us a valentine gift and share her design! Thank you, Manya, for spreading the love! Go to her blog post … Read More ...
Make a hedgie valentine
Cutest valentine pincushions ever. The pattern for these adorable hedgehogs is free from Creative Breathing. Get it now.… Read More ...
More free hand-embroidery patterns
This cross-stitch roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Cross stitch pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone. Please note that these patterns were free … Read More ...
Free hand-embroidery patterns
Hand-embroidery is a fun and fulfilling hobby that can bring you a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. It’s also a great way to find creative expression and unwind after a busy day. So why not give it a try? You’ll … Read More ...
Applique and embroider a robin
Bronwyn of Red Brolly categorizes this adorable robin as Christmas decor — and he would make a fine ornament, indeed. But I’m thinking different colors, different stitched embellishments, maybe some beads and sequins could turn him into a sweet decoration … Read More ...
Make a set of nesting catchalls
Rachael of Imagine Gnats shows how she combined a pattern from one book with design ideas from another for an adorable set of nesting catchalls. The smallest one with the pretty bird was stitched by her wee kiddo. Yea for … Read More ...