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Five Ugly Christmas Sweater Hand Embroidery Patterns

December 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Hey there! As the holiday party season approaches, it’s time to dig out those ugly Christmas sweaters. You know, the ones that you wear once a year and then tuck away in the back of your closet. But what if … Read More ...

How to Turn a Picture into an Embroidery Pattern

December 5, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Like most people, we all have those special photos which bring back cherished memories.  Sure you can put the photo in a pretty frame and display it on a shelf.  But there are other ways to preserve a special photo.  … Read More ...

5 Christmas Ornament Embroidery Kits

December 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

The holiday season is upon us, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by creating your own homemade Christmas ornament. Ornament traditions have been passed down from generation to generation and they serve as a reminder … Read More ...

How to Make Embroidered Bird Christmas Ornaments

December 1, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jazz up your Christmas tree with a beautiful and festive new ornament.  This lovely hand embroidered bird from Sum of their Stories would be perfect and it is easy to make.

With a complete list of supplies needed, a traceable … Read More ...

5 Creativebug Hand Embroidery Classes

November 27, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Embroidery is such a wonderful and versatile craft that has been around for centuries. It’s not surprising that it’s still popular today, and with the advancements in technology, it’s easier than ever to access resources and supplies to get started.… Read More ...

8 Hanukkah Needlework Patterns

November 20, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Whether you’re an experienced needleworker or just starting out, there’s a project for everyone in this collection of 8 Hanukkah-themed needlework projects. From needlepoint to cross-stitch, each project is carefully crafted to bring joy and festivity to your home or … Read More ...

Machine Embroidered Felt Thanksgiving Turkey

November 17, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

An easy and quick project for Thanksgiving, this charming “Give Thanks” machine embroidered felt turkey is a lovely addition to your holiday décor.  Made by Fresh Poppy Design, this guy is bright and cheerful.

To make it you … Read More ...

10 Beginner Embroidery Tutorials

November 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Hi there! I’m sure many of you share my love for crafting and all things creative. Embroidery, in particular, has recently seen a resurgence in popularity and I couldn’t be more thrilled. Not only is it a fun way to … Read More ...

Free Reindeer Holiday Redwork Pattern

November 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

This adorable holiday reindeer pattern from Gail Pan Designs will get you in the holiday spirit in no time.

There are not a lot of instructions in the blog post, but you will find the downloadable pattern for the reindeer.  … Read More ...

How to Make Christmas String Art – Online Class

November 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For a completely different and modern look this holiday season, why not try this unique class from Creativebug?  It’s a Christmas tree string art project!

Taught by Courtney Cerruti, it’s a short class that is perfect for beginners.  The … Read More ...

Holiday Wreath Hand Embroidery Project – Free Pattern

November 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

DMC brings us this stunning wreath hand embroidery project.  How cool is it that you can add a photo to the hollow center?!

It is a bit tricky to make, but don’t worry.  There are detailed step-by-step instructions and photographs … Read More ...

5 Christmas Snowflake Hand Embroidery Designs

October 23, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As the winter months approach, we can’t help but be enchanted by the beauty of snowflakes. They’re delicate, intricate, and unique, much like the art of hand embroidery. If you’re looking for a new project to work on during the … Read More ...

10 Free Needlework Pincushion Patterns

October 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

Pincushions are one of those little projects that don’t take too much time to make, but are useful.  They make great gifts and are a good way to practice needlework skills.  There are also a ton of designs available.  Here … Read More ...

Jesus in a Manger Hand Embroidery Pattern

October 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Perfect for Christmas, this charming Baby Jesus in a Manger pattern from Wild Olive is an easy and fast design to make.

You will find a downloadable pdf file for the design.  There are not a lot of instructions on … Read More ...

How to Turn Hand Embroidery Into a Patch

October 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Show off that beautiful embroidered piece you just made by turning it into a patch and putting it on a wearable item.  You can learn how with the helpful tutorial from Jessica Long Embroidery.

The article shows you all … Read More ...

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