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Shamrock Embroidered Burlap Throw Pillow

March 17, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Ready for an easy embroidery project for Saint Patrick’s Day?  Well here you are.  This festive throw pillow from Atta Girl Says is just what you need to add to your festive home décor.

Saint Patty’s Day is one of … Read More ...

April Showers – Free Hand Embroidery Pattern

March 15, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Made as part of a quilt block, this charming little design is from Super Mom No Cape!.  This pattern has all sorts of sweet little details in it and it’s pretty small.  It is designed to be the center … Read More ...

Spring Hand Embroidery Design

March 12, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Talk about bright and cheerful!  This charming hand embroidery design welcoming spring was designed by Ameroonie Designs for Polka Dot Chair, and it is about as cute as it can be.

The added elements make this design even more special.  … Read More ...

Hand Embroidery Lucky Button Pattern

March 10, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Ready for an easy hand embroidery pattern that is perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day?  This “Lucky” felt button design may be just the one you are looking for.   Coming to us from Adventures of a DIY Mom, this is … Read More ...

Rainbow Shamrock – Free Hand Embroidery Pattern

March 6, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Ready for some Saint Patrick’s Day rainbow fun?  Just take a look at this pretty design from I Should Be Mopping the Floor.  It’s bright, cheerful, and loads of fun.  It is also not hard to make, especially with … Read More ...

Gaelic Blessing – Free Hand Embroidery Pattern

March 2, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

This charming hand embroidery design from Bustle & Sew would be perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day, or any other time.  The saying “May the Road Rise to Meet You” is part of an old Gaelic blessing and is a common … Read More ...

5 Free Easter Hand Embroidery Patterns

February 27, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

Easter embroidery always sneaks up on me in the best possible way. One minute it’s still summer projects on the hoop, and the next the shops are full of pastel chicks, bunnies, painted eggs, and baskets begging to be stitched. … Read More ...

Free Shooting Star Embroidery Pattern

February 26, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Sometimes it’s nice to just whip up a small project that does not take too much time.  This charming shooting star design from Amy Loves to Sew is just such a project.

Ideal for beginners, Amy suggests using denim for … Read More ...

Swedish Weaving Hand Towel Tutorial

February 23, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Stunning to look at, this embroidered tea towel from Serendipity Handmade is made using Swedish weaving.  That is a technique that may not be familiar with everyone but if embroidery is your thing, then it is definitely something you may … Read More ...

How to Embroider a Silk Ribbon Iris

February 18, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Silk ribbon embroidery is a special skill that can produce exquisite results.  Flowers especially, take on a whole new look and dimension with silk ribbon. This detailed tutorial from Carol Daisy demonstrates how to embroider a Bearded Iris. Just take … Read More ...

Free Lucky Shamrock Hand Embroidery Pattern

February 15, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Sometimes less is more, and that is definitely the case with this free four leaf clover hand embroidery pattern from Bees Knees Industries.  Perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day, or just to give someone a little bit of extra luck … Read More ...

Hand Embroidery Chain of Hearts Pattern

February 12, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Sometimes less is more, and that is the case with this absolutely lovely and simple hand embroidery design from Design Sponge.  Natalie, the designer, took some plain cloth napkins and transformed them with this heart pattern.  You can make … Read More ...

How to Make French Knots

February 10, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you are new to hand embroidery, one of the most common stitches you will find is the french knot.  It is an easy stitch, but can be a bit tricky when just starting out.  Once you have mastered it … Read More ...

5 Hand Embroidery Hearts Tutorials

February 8, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with not one hand embroidered heart, but five different ones.  Each one of these charming and festive heart patterns from Wandering Threads Embroidery are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face.

What is … Read More ...

Colonial Stitch Hand Embroidery Tutorial

February 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Are you looking for a new stitch to add to your hand embroidery repertoire?  Perhaps you want a stitch that looks like a french knot but is a bit different?  This tutorial from Polkadots & Blooms demonstrates the colonial knot.… Read More ...

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