Jeanine of Italian Needlework blog shares the news that Poncetto Lace by Theresa Rizzi is now available free from the Smithsonian’s internet archive. This little instruction book, published in 1917, may be the only manual ever created in English for … Read More ...
Free embroidery patterns
Hand embroidery is a timeless art form that has been enjoyed by people of all ages for centuries. Not only is it a fun and creative hobby, but it’s also a great way to unwind after a long day. Whether … Read More ...
Floresita shares the wealth
I’m sure you already know Floresita from her posts on the Feeling Stitchy blog or her own Things I’ve Made blog. But did you know she has a whole blog devoted to vintage embroidery transfers? She says,
… Read More ...When I first
Free embroidery design: Little Home Planet
Laura of Mason Bee has introduced a new series of free embroidery designs with this precious pattern, Little Home Planet. She says,
… Read More ...This is the first, in what will become a series of free embroidery designs for anyone to use
Free: Printable quilting subway art
Benita of Victoriana Quilt Designs has a treat for your studio: printable subway art that will delight any crazy or sane quilter. And it’s available in British and American versions, so you can choose the spelling that’s most comfortable for … Read More ...
Free pattern: Boxed Heart
Get this beautiful free needlepoint design by Michael Boren and Carole Lake of Stitchplay Designs.
And many thanks to Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint for pointing out this excellent freebie.… Read More ...
Free pattern: “Holiday Ribbons” needlepoint stocking
Now is the perfect time to tackle your stitching for the next winter holiday season. And Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint has an awesome project for you. She’s sharing the pattern for this mantle-size needlepoint stocking and walking through … Read More ...
Where to find free embroidery patterns
Kim of A Dork with a Needle shares a roundup of sites that offer free copies of vintage embroidery patterns, including some of our faves such as doe-c-doe and Faster, Kittykill! Blog! Blog! Check it out.
Looking for more … Read More ...
Free design: Fiesta kitty
Here’s a treat from Urban Threads. The UT e-newsletter says,
… Read More ...This adorable maraca-shakin’, sombrero-wearin’ kitty is FREE! This design is available in machine embroidery, hand embroidery, and digital stock art formats, free though May 13. Get your design here!
Free pattern: Mini Mystery #8
Laura is sharing another pretty Mini Mystery needlepoint design over on her Two-Handed Stitcher blog. Go grab the pattern.… Read More ...
The Plastic Canvas Dr Who Tardis is in your bathroom
Jen of Knitolution Designs has designed a Tardis tissue-box cover…and she’s sharing the pattern! A dream come true for us nerdy Dr.-Who-and-plastic-canvas lovers. If you want to get your nerd on, too, go to the blog post for the link … Read More ...
May is about blackwork
The free desktop calendar for May is available now from JMD Designs. This month’s edition features an adorable blackwork teddy bear. Get the download.… Read More ...
free hand-embroidery patterns
To say I’m behind in posting links to free patterns is an understatement! Enjoy these designs dating back to the first of the year.
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for … Read More ...
Stitch a teacher thank-you
Here’s a brilliant idea for expressing your gratitude during Teacher Appreciation Week! Bethany of Finding Pins and Needles had her son Caleb write a thank-you message to his teacher. Then she reproduced it in embroidery and incorporated it into a … Read More ...
Free pattern: Tatted bookmark
The pattern for this pretty clover bookmark designed by Esther Leavitt is free from Craftown.com. Go to the post.