There is always one cardigan that gets more love than the rest. It lives on the back of a chair, comes on every trip, and gets thrown on for chilly mornings, late-night tea, and “I’m just nipping outside for a … Read More ...
3 Free DMC Nutcracker Embroidery Patterns for a Beautiful Christmas Table
If you love a Christmas table that feels a little bit special, these free Nutcracker embroidery patterns from DMC are well worth a look. The collection includes a Nutcracker napkin pattern, Nutcracker tablecloth pattern, and Nutcracker table runner … Read More ...
Mini Mending Mondays: Patch a Child’s Leggings Knee Without Using a Sewing Machine
If children had an Olympic sport, destroying the knees of leggings in record time would be on the podium. It is always the same story: one tumble, one slide, one energetic afternoon outside, and suddenly there is a hole where … Read More ...
Halloween Hand Embroidery Pattern Bundle – Etsy Review
This one looks like a lot of spooky-season fun, especially if you are the kind of stitcher who likes having a whole batch of small seasonal designs ready to go. The Halloween Hand Embroidery Pattern Spooky Template for Beginners from … Read More ...
Free Foliage Embroidery Pattern Review
If floral patterns aren’t quite your style, this free foliage embroidery pattern is a beautiful alternative. Leafy botanical designs have such an easy elegance about them, and they work especially well on knitwear, bags, scarves, and other accessories.
What I … Read More ...
Book Review: Pom Pom Pom Christmas – 40 Festive Pom Poms to Make
If you thought you knew how to make a pom pom, Pom Pom Pom Christmas by Henry Le may make you reconsider everything you’ve ever done with two circles of cardboard and a ball of yarn.
This book contains 40 … Read More ...
Video Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials for French Knots
French knots are one of those stitches that can make a ribbon embroidery project look instantly more polished. They’re tiny, textured, and surprisingly versatile, but they can also be the stitch that makes beginners want to toss the hoop across … Read More ...
Embroidery Keychain Laser Cut Pattern
This is one of those small projects that could be surprisingly addictive once you start making them. The Embroidery Keychain Laser Cut. Embroidery Keyring SVG by Digital idea is a free digital download on Design Bundles, and it is set … Read More ...
Free Felted Woodland Mini Mending Pattern Review
This one is especially charming because it mixes felting with embroidery, which gives it a more textured, storybook kind of finish. If you’ve been searching for free mending patterns with a bit more personality, this woodland-inspired design sounds absolutely delightful.… Read More ...
Free Paisley Flowers Embroidery Design Review
If you like floral machine embroidery with a bit more swirl and personality, this free Paisley Flowers embroidery design from Ann The Gran is a fun one. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one size at 6.23″ x 7.72″… Read More ...
Mini Mending Mondays: Fix a Towel Edge with Simple Hand Stitching
Every home seems to have that one towel that is slightly past its prime but still somehow everyone reaches for it. Maybe it is your favorite tea towel, maybe it is the kitchen hand towel, maybe it is the one … Read More ...
Beautiful Brazilian Embroidery Flowers to Try
If you’ve ever looked at Brazilian embroidery and thought, well that’s a bit fancy in the best possible way, you’re not wrong. This dimensional style is all about glossy rayon thread, raised stitches, and flowers that seem to bloom right … Read More ...
Free Fall Leaves Embroidery Pattern for Sweaters – DMC Buds Pattern Review
If you’ve been looking for a free fall leaves embroidery pattern to add to a sweater, cardigan, or lightweight knit, the DMC Buds pattern is a lovely little find. DMC lists this as an easy embroidery pattern, and the … Read More ...
10 Free Sunflower Machine Embroidery Patterns
Sunflower machine embroidery is one of those categories that always feels cheerful, useful, and easy to stitch into everyday projects. A single bloom looks lovely on a tea towel or tote, while fuller sunflower motifs work beautifully on cushion covers, … Read More ...
Free Soda Shop Minnie Mouse Embroidery Design Review
If you like embroidery designs with a retro cartoon feel, this Soda Shop Minnie Mouse design is a fun little freebie to grab. It’s by Method Man Designs and the listing for this design shows it at 2.85″ x 3.52″… Read More ...