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Traced Hand Pattern – Free Embroidery Tutorial

June 20, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As a mother, I have been keeping my child’s artwork with her handprints since she was born.  I cherish those drawings.   Here’s a unique way to capture those keepsakes from One Savvy Mom.

In this tutorial you will find … Read More ...

Free Summer Beach Hand Embroidery Pattern

June 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Bring memories of days spent by the sea into your home with this charming free pattern from Super Mom No Cape.

With a free downloadable template for the design, the tutorial takes you through the entire process. It even … Read More ...

Free Palmistry Felt Embroidery Project

June 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As soon as I saw this unique felt embroidery design from Lost Mom, I knew I had to bring it to you.  It is a palmistry design with all sorts of interesting decorations,  like a moon and stars, added … Read More ...

Free Plant Hand Embroidery Pattern

June 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Trying to figure out what to give your favorite plant-lover who has everything?  Why not stitch up this charming hand embroidery pattern from Anchor Crafts.  It’s a beautiful design and, best of all, it is free.

This pattern has … Read More ...

Finishing Off Embroidery Tutorial

June 3, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Amy Loves to Sew brings you this helpful tutorial demonstrating how to finish your embroidery hoop.

Many times, once you are done with all of that beautiful stitching you don’t want, or have the patience, to add that finishing … Read More ...

Freeform Flower Embroidery Pattern

May 27, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Fun and freeform is what this charming embroidery pattern from Wandering Threads Embroidery is all about.  You will want these pretty doodle flowers all around your house once you see them.

Originally designed for World Embroidery Day, this is a … Read More ...

Free Hand Embroidery Sampler Project

May 26, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Hand embroidery samplers are always a fun and good way to learn stitches.  Jessyratfink over on Instructables brings us this unique mountain design one.

With instructions for the split stitch, straight stitch, chain stitch, satin stitch, backstitch and the running … Read More ...

How to Fill In on Hand Embroidery Projects

May 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Did you know that there are a number of ways to fill in when making a hand embroidery projects?  This tutorial from Pumora Embroidery demonstrates ten different methods.

You will find a section on each of the ten ways.  Each … Read More ...

Hand Embroidered Tea Towels – Free Pattern

May 19, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Remember all of those pretty hand embroidered tea towels your grandmother had around her house?  You can make your very own with this tutorial from Clover USA.  Designed by Carol Mesimer, you will find a bluebird and a row … Read More ...

Hand Embroidery Sir Edmund Hillary Inspirational Quote

May 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Albion Gould brings us another lovely and free hand embroidery design.  This time it is an inspirational quote from Sir Edmund Hillary and it would make a wonderful gift for almost any occasion.

Once you have downloaded the free pattern … Read More ...

Pistil Stich Hand Embroidery Tutorial

May 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Often found in Indian hand embroidery designs, the pistil stitch may look difficult, but is not.  This tutorial from Anything Creative shows you how to do it.

The article contains plenty of step by step detailed photos showing you how … Read More ...

Embroidered Metal Bookmarks Tutorial

May 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

A little while back I posted a link to a tutorial demonstrating how to make embroidered pendants.  This idea from Cutesy Crafts is another idea for that tiny embroidery.  It is for metal bookmarks, and it is a lovely … Read More ...

Free Teacup Hand Embroidery Pattern

May 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

It’s time to make your mother a cup of tea this Mother’s Day.  Make her this hand embroidered pattern from Beth Colletti Art & Design and she will have that cup of tea for years to come.  This charming free … Read More ...

Color Wheel Hand Embroidery Tutorial

May 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn all about various hand embroidery stitches with this free tutorial from the Seasoned Homemaker.  Leslie demonstrates them with the lovely color wheel design.

In the article you will find information for twelve different stitches including:

  • Herringbone
  • Satin
  • Couched
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Sampler Stitch Floral Embroidery – Free Pattern

May 6, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to make this beautiful floral bouquet with this tutorial from Jessyratfink over on Instructables.  It’s just gorgeous.

There are six stitches demonstrated in the article, each with photos and a video.  The stitches include:

  • Lazy Daisy
  • Fly
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