Art, patterns and techniques
This Beatles-inspired embroidery hoop for Valentine’s Day has been transferred onto a piece of upcycled vintage fabric, but it works equally well on plain fabric. More experienced crafters can embellish the pattern with more detail if they wish.… Read More ...
This tutorial by Happy stitch is actually called “A star is Born” but its more about the swirls. A simple design that requires a lot of thinking for the layout. Temari Swirl Design.
If you are new to the Art … Read More ...
This step by step tutorial is how to Embroider on to cards. This tutorial is for a perfect pick me up quote. I really love the flowers too. You can use any color selection to complete this tutorial.
This free Motion embroidered pillow is in the theme of herbs, but you could use the tutorial to guide you step by step and use your own words or language. Change the embroidered words for song titles or children’s names. … Read More ...
This is a fantastic way to add a little touch of Handmade to a store bought cardigan or sweater. I know my children wouldn’t mind getting a little bit of this kinda embellishment on their typical mass produced high street … Read More ...
You are probably wondering why I am posting this Temari ball design called “Christmas Star” in January right? Well I don’t believe stars should be boxed in to a Christmas category. This design is beautiful and when completed in Non … Read More ...
Recently everyone has been coloring in their doodling and drawings but how about stitching them? One Sheepish Girl allows us inside her paper journal or expression and art and she hand stitches across her flat doodles, bringing them to life … Read More ...
This tutorial is for Mitsubishi stars but I have to warn you it is more for the advanced Temari Ball makers, but don’t let me put you off. If you want to have a go then go for it! It … Read More ...
These free printable lacing templates are perfect for children who sit at your feet whilst you craft and want to “have a go” too. I would suggest printing them on to card stock or at least gluing them down on … Read More ...
This free chart is very sweet. For a little project it has a huge amount of detail. I think this would be very sweet on a Little girls hankie or a birthday card. What would you use it for? Share … Read More ...
Patience is the key to making something beautiful. These hand quilted squares are Lavender sachets but you could stuff them with whatever scent you like. I think they would make luxurious wheat bags for minor aches and pains.
This tutorial uses a sewing machine as well as hand embroidery. The bright colors and details make for a fun colorful glasses case. A great project to try out new stitches. Embroidered Glasses Case.… Read More ...
Oh my goodness who would have thought French knots could looks so Baaaa-utiful. I must also draw your attention to the multi colored fabric which makes the whole thing pop. Have you used multi coloured backgrounds in your pieces? What … Read More ...
If you love Embroidery and Chalk art then how about combining the two and create something a little different, something a little wow?
I love this design my Flamingo Toes. You can check out the full tutorial over on her … Read More ...
I have shared quite a few different variations of DIY Embroidered jackets over the past few months and now I have another great one. This tutorial is for a chunky border that goes around the Lapel. Check out the full … Read More ...