Blogger hifa of Turkey has started a series of silk-ribbon embroidery tutorials for beginners. The first lesson — Sunflower — introduces a technique for creating a beautiful ribbon flower that can then be attached to the needlework piece with small … Read More ...
Giveaway from Checkout Girl
Beloved Melissa Crowe of Checkout Girl fame has decided to give away her first wool-felt-applique project. And what a precious project it is! You know you want this adorable little girlie pillow. Go to Melissa’s blog to enter before 11:59 … Read More ...
Tutorial: Wristwatch pincushion
moseph of Instructables shows us how to use a bit of felt applique and a touch of embroidery to create this wristwatch pincushion. See the tute.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Pompomrouge
Pompomrouge took my breath away with this appliqued and embroidered felt pincushion. So simple and yet so gorgeous.
Many thanks to kittykill of feeling stitchy for pointing out this lovely work.… Read More ...
New Christmas ornament kits from Posie
Last year, Alicia of Posie Gets Cozy had unexpected success with her felt Christmas ornament kits. (Remember the adorable ice skates?) So this year, she’s getting an early start, which will help us all avoid that last-minute gift-making … Read More ...
Watch kittyzilla’s Watchmen
kittyzilla is crafting the Watchmen again — this time in felt applique. Yes! See her post for more.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Ruched ribbon flower
Learn how to make this versatile ruched ribbon flower from Nikki, In Stitches. See the tute.… Read More ...
Orbs to Boobie Balls. Who’s in?
Tammy Gilley created these funtastic colorful orbs for this year’s Artfiberfest. Just looking at them makes me so happy. But as I studied them again today, it dawned on me: We should adapt this design to be used somehow with … Read More ...
Inspiration: Amy Adams
This kingfisher by Amy Adams makes me sing. See more of Amy’s work on her LucyKate Crafts blog.… Read More ...
Penny-rug joy
Tracey of giggleface studios blog is trying her hand at Little Peeps Penny Rug by Wooden Spool Designs. The hard-boiled eggs around the border made me laugh out loud. Adorable. See the post. Or buy the pattern for … Read More ...
Free pattern: Apple tree applique
Kimara of Wee Folk Art is sharing her pattern for this timely and tempting Apple Tree Applique Block. She also shares some tips about how to adapt her patterns for other uses. See the post and get the pattern.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Bugs and Fishes
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin creates drama and style with a bit of felt and a touch of embroidery. These headbands, for example, are simple and simply beautiful. See more of her designs.… Read More ...
Free patterns: Fall-leaf appliques
Kimara of Wee Folk Art is sharing her patterns for two fall-leaf appliques. Get the maple leaf. Get the oak leaf.… Read More ...
Free patterns and charts — catch up
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More ...
Machine embroidery: SisBoom at SWAK
SWAKembroidery.com tells us:
… Read More ...We are so thrilled to announce the debut of Jennifer Paganelli’s embroidery designs! From her collection of Sis Boom fabrics, come the most stunning pieces of art now in digital format! Gorgeous damask boquets, vibrant applique paisleys,