As a beader myself, I can attest to the fact that adding beads to a project truly brings it to life. There’s just something about the pop of color and sparkle that can take a piece from good to great. … Read More ...
How to Make a Union Jack Pin Cushion Bracelet
Check out this fun and easy Union Jack
pin cushion bracelet pattern from Cat Morley’s over on Cut Out & Keep.
You don’t need a lot of supplies, just standard cross stitch ones and some filling. The counted pattern tells … Read More ...
How to Make Embroidered Felt Toadstools
Gather up those felt scraps you have sitting around and get ready to make one or more of these adorable embroidered toadstools. The free tutorial is over on the American Felt and Craft website.
When I look at these I … Read More ...
How to Machine Embroider Freestanding Lace Butterflies
You have got to take a look at this tutorial from We All Sew over on the Bernina blog. Written by Kate Toney, it is for making freestanding butterfly lace and it is absolutely stunning!
The detailed tutorial has step-by-step … Read More ...
How to Machine Embroider on Shoelaces
Are you ready to try something completely different? Try this fun method for doing machine embroidery on shoelaces. How much fun does that sound like it would be!? This tutorial from Sewing Machine Fun shows you how to do it.… Read More ...
4 Festive Plastic Canvas Snowflake Patterns
Snowflake designs are some of the most stunning winter patterns and they are perfect to decorate your home with during the holiday season. You can easily capture the beauty of snowflakes with plastic canvas, making it possible to create … Read More ...
Plastic Canvas Christmas Wreath – Free Tutorial
Once you have made one of these darling plastic canvas Christmas ornament wreaths, you will want to make a lot more. The tutorial, which is from Needlepointers.com, has written instructions as well as a step-by-step video tutorial.
To make … Read More ...
Free Outline Stitch Hand Embroidery Tutorial and Free Pattern
Are you new to hand embroidery or just looking to brush up on your stitching technique? Then this tutorial from Wandering Threads Embroidery is for your.
Beautiful photographs accompany the detailed step-by-step instructions for doing the Outline stitch. It’s an … Read More ...
How to Make Mixed Media Punch Needle Wall Art
Are you intrigued by mixed media art projects? Do you enjoy punch needle, but want to add something a little different to your projects? This lovely project from North Shore Crafts may be just what you are looking for,
It … Read More ...
How to Turn a Picture into an Embroidery Pattern
Like most people, we all have those special photos which bring back cherished memories. Sure you can put the photo in a pretty frame and display it on a shelf. But there are other ways to preserve a special photo. … Read More ...
Free Gnome String Art Pattern
Perfect for the holidays or any other time of the year, this gnome string art design from Ruffles & Rain Boots is about as charming as it gets.
You will need a number of supplies and plenty of embroidery thread … Read More ...
How to Make Embroidered Bird Christmas Ornaments
Jazz up your Christmas tree with a beautiful and festive new ornament. This lovely hand embroidered bird from Sum of their Stories would be perfect and it is easy to make.
With a complete list of supplies needed, a traceable … Read More ...
How to Make Machine Embroidery Stump Work Lace Leaves
Just look at this exquisite lace leaf. It was made for the Bernina tutorial written by Carolyn Sinclair. It it quite stunning and now you can make one too.
You will need some special supplies, but they can be purchased … Read More ...
Poinsettia Door Decor Plastic Canvas Pattern
Decorate the door into your home this Christmas holiday with a beautiful Plastic canvas layered poinsettia!
This seasonal flower design is made using 7-count plastic canva
s
and worsted-weight yarn. Finished Size: 12″ across, not including ribbons. Perfect for … Read More ...
How to Make a Plastic Canvas Star Christmas Ornament
Here is an easy and stunning option for a homemade holiday ornament. These beautiful stars were made by AnnaMKB over on HubPages and you can make them too with her tutorial.
Complete with step-by-step photos, the article has a complete … Read More ...