Prepare to happy-dance in your computer chair. Some of the adorable designs of Mollie Johanson (Wild Olive) are now available in machine-embroidery formats. Mollie teamed up with Debbie of Too Cute Embroidery for this venture. Read more about … Read More ...
Tutorial: Appliqued partridge ornament
Kim of Retro Mama blog shares her pattern and tutorial for this cheerful partridge Christmas ornament. Beautiful fabrics + simple applique techniques make a keepsake-worthy decoration. See the tute.
Many thanks to craftapalooza of whip up for pointing out … Read More ...
Inspiration: Erratic Needle
These beautiful blackwork brooches are the work of marjo of Erratic Needle. See her blog.… Read More ...
Two handy charts for stitchers
Mary Tafoya points us to a printable rhinestone size chart available at Dreamtime Creations. See the chart.
And Chilly Hollow Needlepoint Adventure lists the sizes of beads that typically work best with different needlepoint canvases. See the list… Read More ...
Great idea: Bead-embroidery sampler
Amy of In the Fold blog created a bead-embroidery sampler by using jelly-roll strips to make a raw-edge fan quilt block. Simple and smart. And don’t the beaded seam treatments look lovely on this background! See more on Amy’s blog … Read More ...
Free charts: A little more cross-stitch
Free hand-embroidery patterns
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More ...
More free cross-stitch charts
Free cross-stitch charts
Free patterns and charts: Autumn
Looking for more Halloween Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy.
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from … Read More ...
Free patterns and charts: Christmas
There’s something about Christmas stitching that feels especially comforting. Maybe it’s the familiar motifs we return to year after year, or the quiet rhythm of needle and thread while the house slowly fills with festive chaos. This collection of free … Read More ...
Free charts: Christmas cross-stitch
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 ...
Inspiration: Mary’s Granddaughter
Cindy (marysgranddaughter) has posted a new series of original embroideries on poppytalk handmade. In this set, she explores the connections between mother and daughter. See the blog post for more photos and her commentary.… Read More ...
Great idea: Stitch combo for borders
This fabulous border treatment by SharonB is from her For the Love of Stitching Sampler. She says,
… Read More ...This band of stitching is another experiment worked in two parts. This row is worked liked chevron stitch, along top section of the
Inspiration: Iviva Olenick
I’m awed by the improvisational pulled work and embroidered quotes of textile designer and visual artist Iviva Olenick. This piece was inspired by the words of her friend Andrew Thornton about his experience of New York. See lots more … Read More ...