Art, patterns and techniques
Sometimes less is more, and that is the case with this absolutely lovely and simple hand embroidery design from Design Sponge. Natalie, the designer, took some plain cloth napkins and transformed them with this heart pattern. You can make … Read More ...
If you are new to hand embroidery, one of the most common stitches you will find is the french knot. It is an easy stitch, but can be a bit tricky when just starting out. Once you have mastered it … Read More ...
Impress your sweetheart this Valentine’s Day with not one hand embroidered heart, but five different ones. Each one of these charming and festive heart patterns from Wandering Threads Embroidery are sure to put a smile on anyone’s face.
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Embroidery has been a popular art form for centuries and has been used to beautify and embellish clothing, linens, and even household items. With the rise of technology, machine embroidery has become even more accessible and is now a … Read More ...
Are you looking for a new stitch to add to your hand embroidery repertoire? Perhaps you want a stitch that looks like a french knot but is a bit different? This tutorial from Polkadots & Blooms demonstrates the colonial knot.… Read More ...
We have all been there at one time or another. We’ve decided on that perfect embroidery pattern and worked hard to finish it, only to realize that we’ve made one mistake or another. It can be frustrating to work hard … Read More ...
Bev over on Flamingo Toes strikes gold again with this lovely hand embroidery project. It is a bouquet of flowers in a mason jar. It even has a heart in the center of the jar to make it that much … Read More ...
With seven stitches incorporated into this stunning hand embroidered heart pattern, it is an ideal piece for the beginner. Designed by Rachel Beyer over on Adventures in Making, you can purchase this pattern on Etsy. It is a charming … Read More ...
Beading in hand embroidery adds sparkling dimension to projects, but sometimes it is hard to find designs to use. If you are looking for ways to add some floral beading to your hand embroidery, then this blog post from Sew … Read More ...
Amy from Amy Loves to Sew designed this beautiful hand embroidered heart charm and she made a tutorial so everyone else can make it too.
Done in colors that one doesn’t traditionally see in hearts, the design incorporates flowers and … Read More ...
Are you ready to make a statement? Sometimes we all need a new piece of jewelry to add to our wardrobe and sometimes we want to to stand out. That is where these beautiful plastic canvas necklaces from Dear Handmade … Read More ...
We all have those wooden embroidery hoops. They are nice and they serve their purpose, but let’s be honest, they are fairly plain. Well, Amy from Amy Love to Sew demonstrates how to turn that simple embroidery hoop into something … Read More ...
As a mother I can tell you that I have a bin full of artwork that my child has done over the years. It’s hard for me to throw any of it out, even after many years. I also have … Read More ...
In many cultures, the butterfly is seen as a symbol of beauty, grace, and transformation. It’s not surprising then, that so many people are drawn to butterfly-themed machine embroidery designs. These designs can add a touch of whimsy and charm … Read More ...
Hand embroidery is such a special skill to pass on to children. In these days of digital overload, it is nice to get kids to sit down and concentrate on something that isn’t a screen. That’s why this tutorial from … Read More ...