You can make a variety of Halloween cuties from the pattern that Creative Breathing is sharing. And while you’re at her blog post, admiring all the possibilities and downloading the pattern, be sure to read the post. If you’re old … Read More ...
Tutorial: Embroidered moth patches
I love the wit as well as the beauty of this bit of mending. To repair a little moth hole in a comfy sweater, Joan of Nini Makes created a moth-shaped patch and embellished it with sweet stitching. Don’t wait … Read More ...
Felt applique for Halloween
Here are a couple of felt-applique blocks that are perfect for a little Halloween stitching. The patterns are free from Wee Folk Art. Go to the cat design and tute. Or go to the blackbird design and tute… Read More ...
Brilliant: A box made of hoops
Carol of iStitch created this beautiful hinged box from embroidery hoops! She credits the idea and technique to a tutorial by The Twisted Stitcher. But she definitely deserves props for the excellence of her stitching and her finish. See … Read More ...
Tutorial: Copy a pattern in embroidery
TeresaDownUnder of Sewn Up shares the process she followed to create embroidered pillowcases to match a duvet cover. Her bright idea would work in any situation where you want to match an existing pattern. Maybe a pretty purse with an … Read More ...
Free pattern: Martha’s Doodad Design #1
Martha Ess of Martha’s Tatting Blog is sharing her pattern for this beautiful “doodad,” created in response to a dare. Go to her blog post to grab it.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Fairy Tale Felt Flower
Construction of this pretty felt fantasy flower by Rachel of Lines Across is similar to a rolled rose. Find out how to make them from her tutorial.… Read More ...
Free embroidery patterns: Halloween
Mollie from Wild Olive is bringing back some adorable hand-embroidery patterns that were created specifically for her use by her dad! It’s amazing to see the creativity and talent that runs in families. We’re grateful to Mollie’s dad for creating … Read More ...
Learn goldwork basics
If you’d like to dip your toe into goldwork embroidery without a huge investment of time or money, Arlene White has the perfect online class for you. Your experiments with basic goldwork techniques will yield this gorgeous poinsettia keepsake box. … Read More ...
New tat pattern: ‘Rotation’ medallion
Marilee Rockley of Yarnplayer has written up the pattern for her beautiful tatted pendant, Rotation. You can buy a copy from her Etsy shop or her Craftsy pattern store. Go to her blog post for details and links.… Read More ...
Free patterns: Lattice needlepoint ornaments
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint shares designs for two Chinese lattice ornaments in needlepoint. Go to her blog post for the patterns, materials lists, and tips.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Teeny tiny pumpkin
OMG! The cutest embroidered pumpkin in the world! Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how to make one in five minutes with just a few bullion stitches. See her tutorial.… Read More ...
Free hand-embroidery patterns
Looking for more Halloween Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
(1) Fairy Tales from ButtonMad
(2) Little Atomic Skull from Crafty Modern
(3) Friday Freebie 10/5/12 from Vintage Spice and Everything Nice
(4) Woodland Owl from Wee Folk Art… Read More ...
Tutorial: Embroidery basics
If you’re wanting to dip a toe into hand embroidery, Rachael of Imagine Gnats has got you covered. Her guest post at Sew Delicious covers the basics for embroidery beginners. Check out her guide.… Read More ...
Free pattern: Hedgehog softie
This precious little hedgie is named Podge, and she can be yours. Helen of Bustle & Sew is offering the pattern for this sweet softie through her free newsletter. Go to her blog post to sign up for all the … Read More ...