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How to Make a Plastic Canvas Watermelon Magnet

August 5, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Who doesn’t love a cold juicy slice of watermelon on hot summer days?  I know I do.  Here’s a fun little project from Strings Away for a watermelon magnet.  You’ll always have a slice on your refrigerator if you … Read More ...

Free Sunflower Hand Embroidery Pattern

August 3, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Whether it is to show your support for Ukraine or you want to add a new floral design to your embroidery library, this free tutorial from Lauren Chase is for you.

You will find a free downloadable pattern plus a … Read More ...

How to Embroider Letters on Denim by Hand

August 1, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Do you have an old pair of jeans (or a pair that needs a little style boost)?  Then check out this tutorial from Amanda Puleo.  You’ll learn how to embroider letters onto denim. Amanda makes it easy.

In the … Read More ...

5 Free and Fabulous Punch Needle Projects

July 30, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As a craft enthusiast, I love discovering new and affordable ways to express my creativity. Punch needle embroidery is one of my absolute favorite forms of crafting, and I am constantly on the lookout for new and interesting projects to … Read More ...

How to Make a Plastic Canvas Rainbow Wall Hanging

July 28, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For something modern and cute made in plastic canvas, look no further than this design from Wild Olive.  How cute is this?!

This is an easy project that would be adorable in a child’s or baby’s room.  When … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Penny Rug

July 24, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is a unique and fun embroidery project from Three Sheep Studio.  Make a penny rug with your scraps of wool fabric.

I love the blacks and grays used in this design.  The technique is quite simple.  In the tutorial … Read More ...

How to Embroider on a Sweater – Free Floral Design

July 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Coming from one of the premiere needlework design companies, Anchor brings you this free hand embroidery pattern for a sweater.  What a unique idea for a garment!

Available as a downloadable pattern, it is listed as an easy project, so … Read More ...

How to Embroider On Blue Jeans

July 18, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As soon as I saw this tutorial from Ginger Muse I knew I had to bring it to you.  Look closely at the photo and you will see that some of the lovely little flowers are hand embroidered.

How charming … Read More ...

Free Minecraft Plastic Canvas Pattern

July 14, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Alright all you Minecraft fans or friends/family of Minecraft fans.  This free plastic canvas pattern is for you and it can be found over on the Frogging News website.

It can be added to any number of things.  I particularly … Read More ...

Summery Hedgehog Hand Embroidery – Free Pattern

July 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Cuteness overload alert!  Look at this adorable hedgehog hand embroidery design!  It’s free and it’s from Flamingo Toes.  Bev always brings you the most charming projects and this one is no exception.

With plenty of detailed photos and step-by-step … Read More ...

Free Home Punch Needle Project

July 8, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Get started with punch needle by downloading this “Home with Yarn” pattern from Moogly.  It is a charming and easy pattern that would be perfect for beginners.

In addition to the downloadable pattern, you will find a complete list … Read More ...

How to Make Plastic Canvas Baby Blocks

July 6, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is a unique idea from Hugs are Fun.  Make your own baby blocks with plastic canvas.  What a lovely and unique idea for a baby gift.

This detailed tutorial has plenty of step-by-step photos and instructions to … Read More ...

32 Free Needlework Stitching Charts

July 4, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Filled with 32 different stitch charts, this blog post over on the Chandail Needlework website will have you stitching all sorts of beautiful designs in no time.

This blog post is better suited for the more advanced stitcher.  You will … Read More ...

10 Free Christmas Hand Embroidery Patterns

July 1, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Even in the middle of the summer it is a good time to start thinking about the holidays.  Here are 10 free Christmas hand embroidery patterns.  Each one is unique and beautiful.  Download one or all of them.  You’ll have … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Needle Holder

June 30, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Super Mom No Cape brings us this sweet tutorial on how to make an embroidered needle holder.  It is an easy project, made with felt and thread.

The tutorial takes you through all of the steps to make one holder … Read More ...

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