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Embroider a pair of Love bugs

January 31, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Free downloadable pdf embroidery pattern

Aside from being a term of endearment for someone we love, love bugs are real insects! They spend their time creating the next generation and live for about 4-5 days. That’s a short life!

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Free Embroidered Sunglasses Case Pattern

January 24, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here’s a cute project for the summer, to keep crafting even on the go: learn how to make your own embroidered sunglasses case with this free pattern using simple beginner-friendly stitches!

This embroidery design is well within the range of … Read More ...

15 Stumpwork Embroidery Patterns To Try

January 23, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

 

If you’re ever curious about stumpwork embroidery, but don’t know where to start, we’ve got just the tutorial for you! Our easy-to-follow instructions will have you stitching away like a pro in no time. So why not give stumpwork … Read More ...

7 Modern Punch Needle Projects + FREE TEMPLATES

January 17, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I’d love to help in inspiring women to create art. I’m a Punch Needle expert and love to create art pieces. I have a modern take on my art and believe your readers would enjoy my pieces. Some are easy, … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas – Buffalo Plaid Plastic Canvas Coaster

January 15, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

 

Making your own plastic canvas craft coasters  is a fun and creative way to be creative and expressive. There are a variety of designs to make your own plastic canvas crafts, and the possibilities are endless. Whether you’re in … Read More ...

How to Embroider onto a Sweatshirt

January 12, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jazz up a plain sweatshirt with this beautiful floral embroidery pattern from Anchor.  It’s a free download.

You will need some hand embroidery experience, however the pattern does have some instruction on stitching onto sweatshirt material.  It also has … Read More ...

18 Home Sweet Home Embroidery Patterns

January 2, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

 

Are you looking for a new hobby that is both relaxing and creative? Embroidery might be just what you’re looking for. And if you’re a fan of all things home and hearth, these 18 home sweet home embroidery patterns

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How To Make Vintage-Inspired Felt Christmas Ornaments

December 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

These Vintage-Inspired, Felt Christmas Ornaments are the perfect cozy-evening-in craft!

They would also make a perfect gift (potentially a future family heirloom?). Inspired by vintage ornament shapes, but modernized with a fresh color palette, these hand-crafted ornaments will never look … Read More ...

Free Motion Embroidery Fibre Art Sampler

December 17, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Draw with thread on your sewing machine to make gorgeous abstract embroidered creations.

Lacy micro textile artworks are created with free-motion stitching on water-soluble cloth. You can see the full tutorial here 

 

 

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DIY Hand Embroidered Cards For Every Holiday

December 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

DIY Hand Embroidered Cards are a fast project to stitch & send to someone you are grateful for this Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion! It is also a terrific learn-to-embroider project.

I’ve made a Free Pattern for embroidering four different … Read More ...

How to Make a Punch Needle Easter Chick

December 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I have to admit that the minute I saw this tutorial from Doodle Dog Designs I fell in love with it.  Isn’t it adorable?!  It is a punch needle Easter Chick pin.

The pattern is free and available to download … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas – Christmas Tree Snowflake

December 11, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Simple snowflake decorations will usher in the Christmas season. Our free small template creates a lovely 3-dimensional snowflake decoration.

Because it can be made using leftover bits of plastic canvas and scrap stash yarn, the Plastic Canvas Christmas Snowflake ornament … Read More ...

Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner

December 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Add a fun splash of holiday cheer with this Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner! This fun and simple sewing project is the perfect way to brighten any space.

I have been wanting to find one of these for a … Read More ...

15 Redwork Embroidery Patterns For Christmas

December 7, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

 

Redwork is a type of American embroidery, sometimes known as art needlework, that emerged in the nineteenth century and was especially popular between 1855 and 1925. Red thread, in the form of Turkey red embroidery floss, is historically used … Read More ...

Holiday Hang-Ups! Plastic Canvas Pattern

December 6, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Hang these plastic canvas Christmas holiday decorations in your window or entryway for a festive effect; the Shining Star may also be utilized as a tree topper. Shining Star and Silver Bells are embroidered with Metallic Craft Cord on 7-count … Read More ...

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