Corinne of so september blog shows us how to create this beautiful stitchy border. It’s much easier than it looks! Corinne refuses to take credit for inventing this stitch combo, but it’s certainly fresh to me! See the tute.… Read More ...
More free Sajou charts
A flurry of activity over on the Free Pattern Maker blog has made some beautiful vintage Sajou pattern books available.
(1) Sajou 366
(2) Sajou 454
(3) Sajou 457
(4) Sajou 601
(5) Sajou 602… Read More ...
Free charts: Cross-stitch
Embroidery Tutorial: Kiko’s Flower Stitch
This week’s TAST challenge is Kiko’s Flower Stitch. See the tute at SharonB‘s Pin Tangle blog.
Still looking for more patterns? Check these flower embroidery patterns out on Etsy and these designs over on the DMC blog. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Danish knot
Viji of Viji’s Craft shows us how to stitch a Danish knot. She uses a row of the knots to create a border to great effect! See the tute.… Read More ...
Inspiration: Candice Hicks
I’m in love with Candice Hicks‘ composition books. The Textile Arts Center blog says,
… Read More ...Common Threads is a series of ten hand-sewn, hand-embroidered soft books, mimicking the very nostalgic “Composition” books of the typical American childhood. The threads create
Video tute: French knots
This photo made me want to grab a hoop and stitch some French-knot flowers! You, too? If this stitch is new for you or if you could use a refresher, see Mary Corbet‘s updated video tutorial on her Needle … Read More ...
Tutorial: Dorset-button brooch
Remember the tutorial by Sister Diane Gilleland (CraftyPod) for making dorset buttons? She has a great new use for those pretty tidbits — a dorset-button brooch. See her blog post for the how-to.… Read More ...
How to use a laying tool
Confession: I’ve read enough expert embroidery blogs to know I probably need a laying tool. But I haven’t bought one because I wouldn’t have a clue how to use it. Mary Corbet to the rescue! Mary’s new video tute demonstrating … Read More ...
Get the latest stitch files from SharonB
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog has just released the third set in her series of stitch files. She says,
… Read More ...These worksheets are designed by me to build into a hand embroiderer’s resource file. The files are part stitch dictionary, part
More free Sajou alphabets
Several gorgeous vintage Sajou alphabets have been uploaded over at the Free Pattern Maker blog. Pictured above are selections from Sajou 236 and Sajou 235. If you haven’t visited Ramzi’s blog, it’s time to check it out!… Read More ...
Shadow work in cotton and silk
Zeshuregi of Creative Mind is experimenting with adding shadow work to a shirt. She says,
… Read More ...The fabric was plain cotton & i use cotton & silk threads of red & blue color for embroidery..The stitches are stem stitch & shadow
Free charts: Cross-stitch
Free charts: Cross-stitch
Free charts: Christmas
Christmas Embroidery is a great way to add a festive touch to any holiday project. With a wide range of designs and patterns, it’s easy to find something to suit your style. From traditional snowflakes and reindeer to more modern … Read More ...