Art, patterns and techniques
Needlework is an incredibly rewarding and relaxing craft, but even the most seasoned stitchers can fall into a few common traps. Whether you’re an experienced embroiderer or just starting, making mistakes is part of the journey. The good news? Most … Read More ...
Prepare to be captivated and mesmerized by a truly breathtaking video that will transport you into the enchanting world of embroidery. Created by the talented artist MIU Embroidery, this stunning embroidery landscape is a feast for the eyes and a … Read More ...
If you’ve ever used plastic canvas before, you’ll know that it’s a very versatile medium. You can make so many things with plastic canvas — from baskets to blankets, storage boxes to wall hangings and now even coasters! Plastic canvas … Read More ...
A lovely and comprehensive introduction to tatting!
With the increased popularity of lace, New Tatting is an excellent resource for getting started. Tatting is a technique for making lace that involves looping threads together with small shuttles and your fingers … Read More ...
Tatting Pattern – for this Tatting Pattern You need to be an experienced tatter to be able to follow this pattern, as it does not include any basic tatting instruction. This is an intermediate to advanced level, two shuttle pattern … Read More ...
This short embroidery video explains how to make an embroidered eyelet lace using our “For the Needle” stamps. You’ll learn how to create a unique design using their broderie Anglaise stamps, then follow the steps to embroider it onto fabric.… Read More ...
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 ...
Looking for a unique way to spruce up your fashion wardrobe? Tired of wearing the same jewelry every day? Why not try making your own necklace. It’s super easy with this wonderful DIY tutorial from Dear Handmade Life.
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This needlework piece is delicate and thick with layers of embellishment. The tutorial is easy to follow and you can adapt this needlework shabby chic book to suit your own supplies. This book is heavily layered with lace and small … Read More ...
This is a vintage pattern with a vintage image but I would love to update the image. If any of our Craftgossip readers go ahead and make this we would love to feature your finished piece. You can view the … Read More ...
This angel pattern uses tatting and hair pin lace techniques. It is very adorable and available for free. It’s a little whimsy for me you need to kind of stare at it to appreciate it’s an angel but I am … Read More ...
Worlds Biggest Bobbin Lace Project makes it into the Guinness World Record Book.
… Read More ...After a whole year of hard work, Portuguese lace-makers ‘The Rendilheiras’ recently completed the Largest bobbin lace.The lace was presented at an event in the
Every time I see some form of stumpwork I am blown away. I just can not wrap my head around how it works. Elizabeth at Sew in Love must have heard my cries for help because she created an easy … Read More ...
If you like learning about laces and their origin and history and you have an iphone, then you are really going to be interested in this app. Jean and David Leader created and released what is apparently the first lace … Read More ...
Whether you’re a lacemaker, or you’d like to learn, or you’re just a fan: heads up! LaceNews announces a world-class event to be held in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA, in August. The 60th International Organization of Lace, Inc. (IOLI) … Read More ...
