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Everything You Need to Know About Machine Embroidery Needles

July 22, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you have ever looked for needles for machine embroidery then you know that there are a lot of them.  This helpful article from Machine Embroidery Geek tells you everything you need to know about the various types. There are … 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 ...

5 Floral Transparent Embroidery Patterns

July 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Transparent embroidery is a unique and beautiful method of hand embroidery that is gaining popularity. Unlike traditional hand embroidery, where the fabric is opaque and the design is stitched onto it, transparent embroidery involves using a transparent fabric, like organza, … Read More ...

Summery Hedgehog Hand Embroidery – Free Pattern

July 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Cuteness overload alert!  Look at this adorable hedgehog hand embroidery design!  It’s free and it’s from Flamingo Toes.  Bev always brings you the most charming projects and this one is no exception.

With plenty of detailed photos and step-by-step … Read More ...

8 Beginner Embroidery Tips

July 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As someone who is just starting out with hand embroidery, I can attest to the fact that it can be quite overwhelming at first. There are so many different techniques and styles, it’s hard to know where to begin. That’s … Read More ...

32 Free Needlework Stitching Charts

July 4, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Filled with 32 different stitch charts, this blog post over on the Chandail Needlework website will have you stitching all sorts of beautiful designs in no time.

This blog post is better suited for the more advanced stitcher.  You will … Read More ...

10 Free Christmas Hand Embroidery Patterns

July 1, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Even in the middle of the summer it is a good time to start thinking about the holidays.  Here are 10 free Christmas hand embroidery patterns.  Each one is unique and beautiful.  Download one or all of them.  You’ll have … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Needle Holder

June 30, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Super Mom No Cape brings us this sweet tutorial on how to make an embroidered needle holder.  It is an easy project, made with felt and thread.

The tutorial takes you through all of the steps to make one holder … Read More ...

Kittens Hand Embroidery Pillow Case Pattern

June 28, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I think we all need these adorable kittens peeking over the corner of a pillow case.  Just look at this adorable pattern that you can purchase from Mary Maxim.

The kit comes with two pre-stamped pillowcases ready to be embroidered.  … Read More ...

10 Free Guides for Learning Machine Appliqué

June 25, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you have ever wanted to learn how to machine appliqué then now is your chance.  We have curated a list of ten tutorials.  All of them look into various methods and demonstrate how to do each method.  You will … Read More ...

Global Warming Hand Embroidery Tutorial

June 24, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For a sobering look at worldwide temperature changes throughout the years, take a look at this hand embroidered work by Sarah’s Hand Embroidery Tutorials.  All I can say is wow!

Her design is a beautiful way to display an … Read More ...

Sampler Hand Embroidery Stitch Along

June 22, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For a great way to learn all kinds of hand embroidery stitches, why not try a stitch along like this one from Stitch Fun!  You can learn over 30 different ones, all while creating a unique and beautiful canvas.  … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider a T-Shirt

June 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Warm weather means it is t-shirt time and why not jazz up those plain t-shirts with some machine embroidery?  If you are not sure how to do that then check out this tutorial from Sewing Machine Fun.

Filled with … Read More ...

5 Patriotic Hand Embroidery Patterns

June 18, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As an American, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of pride that comes with showcasing your patriotism. And what better way to do that than through beautiful, hand-stitched embroidery designs? With so many amazing patriotic patterns to choose from, it … Read More ...

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