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10 Free Halloween Hand Embroidery Patterns

September 3, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

The spooky Halloween season is almost here and to get you in the mood I have rounded up several free patterns.  Some are super spooky and some are fun and festive.  Most are easy so even beginners can tackle them.… Read More ...

How to Hand Embroider a Felt Mandala

August 31, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Make your own unique felt embroidered mandala with this tutorial from Shiny Happy World.  You don’t even need a pattern with this method.

It is essentially doodling with thread, albeit a bit more structured because of the mandala design.… Read More ...

How to Embroidery Your Own Holiday Greeting Cards

August 23, 2022 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Make this year’s holiday cards special by hand embroidery them.  It is easy with this tutorial from DMC.

From supplies to tools needed, you will find out everything you need to know to make your cards.  There are a … Read More ...

Back To School Hand Embroidery Pattern

August 21, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Celebrate back to school with this fun hand embroidery idea from Julie Measures.  It is so cute and it looks just like a piece of paper with words on it.

The tutorial is easy to follow and has a … Read More ...

10 Free Sewing Related Hand Embroidery Patterns

August 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Perfect to show off your hand stitching pride, here are 10 free sewing related hand embroidery patterns from DMC.  Which one is your favorite?  Looking at all of these, I can’t choose one, but I do think it would … Read More ...

Embroidered ABC Wall Hanging Tutorial

August 19, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Make a lovely hand embroidered ABC wall hanging when you take this course from CreativeBug.  Taught by Lauren of Lark Rising Embroidery, this sampler is a great way to get in your daily embroidery practice.

Ideal for the intermediate … Read More ...

How to Align Text on an Embroidery Canvas

August 15, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I don’t know about you, but it is not always easy aligning text onto an embroidery canvas.  Often I can’t get it centered just right, or the letters are different sizes.  Whatever the case may be, this article and video … Read More ...

6 Free and Fabulous Sugar Skull Embroidery Designs

August 13, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As someone who is absolutely fascinated by sugar skulls, I can tell you that these unique and intricate designs are simply breathtaking. Each one is a work of art, with its own unique style and vibrant colors that truly make … Read More ...

How to Make a Winnie The Pooh Quote Hand Embroidered Decoration

August 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Calling all fans of Winnie the Pooh!  Polka Dot Chair brings us this charming tutorial for an embroidery project.  It’s a quote from the stories surrounded by embroidery felt.  How lovely!

In this article you will find a detailed list … Read More ...

5 Female Empowerment Hand Embroidery Patterns

August 6, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Women are rising up are letting their voices be heard more and more.  Join in that chorus with one of these female empowerment hand embroidery designs available for purchase over on Etsy.

The female empowerment movement has been a long-standing … Read More ...

Free Sunflower Hand Embroidery Pattern

August 3, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Whether it is to show your support for Ukraine or you want to add a new floral design to your embroidery library, this free tutorial from Lauren Chase is for you.

You will find a free downloadable pattern plus a … Read More ...

How to Embroider Letters on Denim by Hand

August 1, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Do you have an old pair of jeans (or a pair that needs a little style boost)?  Then check out this tutorial from Amanda Puleo.  You’ll learn how to embroider letters onto denim. Amanda makes it easy.

In the … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Penny Rug

July 24, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is a unique and fun embroidery project from Three Sheep Studio.  Make a penny rug with your scraps of wool fabric.

I love the blacks and grays used in this design.  The technique is quite simple.  In the tutorial … Read More ...

How to Embroider on a Sweater – Free Floral Design

July 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Coming from one of the premiere needlework design companies, Anchor brings you this free hand embroidery pattern for a sweater.  What a unique idea for a garment!

Available as a downloadable pattern, it is listed as an easy project, so … Read More ...

How to Embroider On Blue Jeans

July 18, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As soon as I saw this tutorial from Ginger Muse I knew I had to bring it to you.  Look closely at the photo and you will see that some of the lovely little flowers are hand embroidered.

How charming … Read More ...

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