Check out DMCThread’s Blog for a free pattern and instructions for stitching up some cute and quick holiday greeting cards. Go to the post.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
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Perfect cast-on stitch
This vivid crazy-quilt block by SharonB shows off cast-on stitch at its best in the variegated flowers on the vine at the upper right. To see more of Sharon’s beautiful work, go to her Pin Tangle blog.… Read More ...
Learn embroidery techniques with Karen Ruane
You could take a class led by our beloved Karen Ruane of contemporary embroidery. Embroider, embellish, create begins on line in January. Karen says,
… Read More ...Join me on an amazing journey in which you will create a unique, individual and
The legacy of Ann MacBeth
John Hopper has posted a fascinating article on The Textile Blog about Ann Macbeth’s early 20th century efforts to use embroidery education to empower women. He says in part,
… Read More ...During her teaching period embroidery was still considered a potentially profitable
Inspiration: Ruth O’Leary
The front of Ruth O’Leary‘s most recent St. Cuthbert’s Banner has come together at last. I know there’s more work to be done, but it is spectacular already. Browse back through her blog to enjoy the whole process. Or … Read More ...
Tutorial: Pattern darning
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread walks us through the basics of pattern darning. Imagine the pretty set of linen handtowels with pattern-darning borders you could whip up for a last-minute gift. Better check out the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt creche
This sweet little creche is the latest of Mollie Johanson‘s handmade Christmas ornament series. The simple shapes make it totally doable for a young stitcher. A more proficient stitcher might want to cover all the edges with buttonhole stitch. … Read More ...
Win embroidery treats
Two awesome holiday giveaways are going on over at the Victorian Motto Sampler Shoppe blog.
25 skeins of hand-dyed floss–deadline December 17
25 skeins of hand-dyed floss (1 winner), free chart (10 winners), and hand-dyed trim packs (5 winners)–deadline December … Read More ...
MimiLove time
Sometimes, I just go over to MimiLove‘s blog and hang out. Looking at her stuff always makes me happy. Mimi’s canvases combine painting, embroidery, and humor in an utterly unique and fascinating way. Go to her blog and treat … Read More ...
Tutorial: Dala horse stocking
If you love the Swedish Dala horses popping up all over the web, you’ll adore the latest holiday tutorial by Jenny of allsorts. She uses simple felt applique to add Dala-horse flair to a Christmas stocking. See her tute.… Read More ...
Brilliant gifting
This sweet little beaded heart, created by Yesteryear Embroideries, is actually a pocket for delivering a small gift. I think it would be perfect to hang on the Christmas tree each year with a small surprise inside. And I … Read More ...
Bead a little stocking
Chris of Themeaparty.com has guest posted a tutorial on whip up for creating a dear little felt stocking embellished with beaded snowflakes. You could also use the snowflake patterns–free on the post–on ornaments or other Christmas crafts. See the tute… Read More ...
Inspiration: Racaire
Racaire of Racaire’s Embroidery & Needlework has done a couple of gorgeous needlebooks lately using Klosterstitch. See more at her posts Queen and We Have Dragons. Browse her blog for more information about Klosterstitch.… Read More ...
Compete for the 2012 Hand and Lock prize
Hand and Lock has put out the call for entries for the 2012 Prize for Embroidery. The announcement page says,
… Read More ...This years HAND & LOCK prize for Embroidery brief is inspired by celebration. With an exciting year ahead in the
Tutorial: Applique snowman stocking
Haley Pierson-Cox of Craftzine.com shows us how to make a cuddly Christmas stocking with hand applique and embroidery. The trees and snowman just beg for your special customization. Go to her tute.
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