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How to embroider on eggs

March 6, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

 I’m fascinated by hand-embroidery on real egg shells. Exquisite. I haven’t had the nerve to try it yet; but when I’m ready, I know where to go. Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has put together an index of her … Read More ...

Make your pet some ears

March 6, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Eeeep! Easter is just around the corner. Your pet needs a pair of precious bunny ears! You can make this set from an Abigail Michelle machine-embroidery design at SWAKembroidery.com. The ears are available in six sizes and 11 formats — … Read More ...

Even more free hand-embroidery designs

March 2, 2013 by Denise Felton 2 Comments

(1) Easter Bunny from Andrea Zuill(2) Three corners from Broderie d’Antan
(3) Ornate vintage alphabet, A and B, from Shawkl
(4) Monogram D from Jenny of Elefantz
(5) Vintage leaf and bud from Shawkl
(6) Ornate vintage alphabet, C … Read More ...

Free patterns: Bunny and chick

February 3, 2013 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

easter

Easter will be here before you know it. 

Bunnies and chicks are classic stitching motifs that instantly bring a bit of springtime cheer to your needlework. This sweet collection of free bunny and chick patterns is perfect for Easter stitching,

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Free hand-embroidery patterns

January 28, 2013 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

mosaic

Hand-embroidery is a fun and fulfilling hobby that can bring you a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction. It’s also a great way to find creative expression and unwind after a busy day. So why not give it a try? You’ll … Read More ...

free hand-embroidery patterns

April 23, 2012 by Denise Felton 2 Comments

To say I’m behind in posting links to free patterns is an understatement! Enjoy these designs dating back to the first of the year.

This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for … Read More ...

Tutorial: Felt Easter finger puppets

March 30, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Here’s a great project to stitch with your kids as Easter approaches! Molly of Wild Olive reshares her tutorial for eggy felt finger puppets. Go to her post.

Check out these other finger puppet articles we wrote or buy … Read More ...

A TAST-y Easter egg

March 29, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Viji of Viji’s Craft is taking advantage of this catch-up week in the TAST Challenge to practice some of the stitches she’s learned so far. Her idea: Use them to decorate an Easter egg motif. Beautiful! I especially adore the … Read More ...

Make an Easter bunny softie

March 28, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Floresita of Feeling Stitchy reprises a favorite bunny softie pattern just in time for Easter. Go to the blog post for the link to the freebie.… Read More ...

Stitch a shadowy Easter bunny

March 25, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Royce of Royce’s Hub is guiding us through the creation of a sweet shadow work bunny. Go to her blog to enjoy the series of tutorials.… Read More ...

Easter stitching: Embroidered felt eggs

March 24, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Yea, Wendi Gratz! Look what she’s sharing with us! A pattern for a sweet embroidered felt egg. Put one at each place setting at Easter brunch. Or fill a bowl with them and use it as the centerpiece for … Read More ...

Easter inspiration: Hearty Craft

March 24, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Zinaida of Hearty Craft stitches everything with so much…well…heart. And this Easter stitchery is no exception. Go to her blog post for more views. You’re going to want to see those jonquils and roses close up!… Read More ...

Free pattern: Easter bunny pincushion

March 22, 2012 by Denise Felton 1 Comment

Here’s a sweet Easter gift from Bronwyn of Red Brolly: a free pattern for a darling pincushion. Go to her post for the download link.

(Unfortunately, Bronwyn passed away and her blog is no longer active, and whilst we … Read More ...

Free patterns: Embroidered Easter baskets

March 17, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

Bronwyn of Red Brolly once shared two absolutely adorable stitchy Easter basket patterns that are perfect for any crafter looking for a unique and timeless design. These baskets truly have an heirloom-quality charm, making them the perfect project to create … Read More ...

Embroidered napkins for your Easter table

March 12, 2012 by Denise Felton Leave a Comment

DMC Threads’ blog is sharing the pattern to upgrade storebought fabric napkins to custom linens worthy of Easter brunch. Go to the blog post for the pattern for this sweet embroidered embellishment.… Read More ...

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