Robin of Needlepoint Study Hall shows us how to use Glad Press ‘n’ Seal wrap to hold a paper pattern in place while you cut out a piece of felt, which she says makes it fun and easy to add … Read More ...
Inspiration: S’Mockery Sm’Art
Kay Susan of S’Mockery Sm’Art doesn’t have any scraps. Well, she does…but then she turns them into these fabulous fabric brooches (shown here) and pin cushions. She says they’re “Odds and ends made from scraps and leftovers, useful to put … Read More ...
Egg guts
Enjoy some needlepoint forensics at Mary Corbet‘s Needle ‘n’ Thread. There is much to be learned from Mary’s dissection of a decorative needlepoint egg. And there’s a reward at the end: a pattern for an egg softie to … Read More ...
Visit Mimi’s archipelago
Look at Mimi Kirchner‘s latest tiny worlds! I hear steel-drum music, don’t you? See more fabulous photos of these sweet fantasy islands at Doll, Mimi’s blog.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt brooch
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin walks us through her process for creating a felt brooch. She says,
… Read More ...This is a slightly unusual “how to” as it’s not just a tutorial for making the flower brooch shown in the
Free patterns: St. Patrick’s Day
This Embroidery roundup is all about free st Patrick’s Day patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Embroidery pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns … Read More ...
Make an embroidered felt ring
Mollie Johanson (Wild Olive) got the itch to try making a ring from felt. And — you know Mollie — once the ring was complete, she had to embroider it! Isn’t the result adorable? We need drawersful of … Read More ...
How to: Tiny felt flowers
Conni of The Scoop, Score and Deal shows us how to make tiny flowers from a square of felt, a gathering stitch, and a French knot. See Conni’s post.… Read More ...
Free patterns and charts: Hearts
Love and hearts never go out of style. So even though St. Valentine’s Day is over for this year, here are a few more free patterns to add to your stash:
This Embroidery roundup is all about free patterns. We … Read More ...
Freebies from Wee Folk Art
Here are several new free designs from Wee Folk Art for your applique-and-embroidery pleasure:
(1) Running Kitty
(2) Running Mouse
(3) I Love You Tree… Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt heart brooch
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin shows us the step-by-step for making this simple, perfectly charming felt heart brooch. You still have plenty of time to stitch some up for your child’s — or your bridge club’s — valentine … Read More ...
Ecru felt + neon threads = cheery winter wreath
Page’s Felt Flower Winter Wreath is sure to brighten any gray day this season. She says,
… Read More ...I had a great time creating abstract felt versions of some of my favorite flowers and then embellishing them with the neon threads. I
Free patterns and charts: Flowers
This Embroidery roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Embroidery pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at … Read More ...
Free patterns and charts: Christmas
Here’s my last roundup of Christmas designs for 2009. Enjoy!
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 … Read More ...
Tutorial: Stitch a wee tree
A bit of felt, a hoop, a few stitches and buttons, and voila! A Christmas decoration or gift that any youngster can be proud to have created. See the tute on scrumdillydilly blog.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? … Read More ...