Rissa Peace Root shares a variety of counted thread, hand embroidery and Brazilian embroidery patterns including the simple angel design shown here. The patterns range from hearts to cats and won’t disappoint so be sure to go check them out. … Read More ...
Fireworks to Embroider
One of my friends pointed out this fireworks sheet on Facebook. It is designed to be a coloring sheet, but would easily work as an embroidery project. I think it would be fun to work up some napkins tonight to … Read More ...
American Flag Sampler
With Independence Day almost upon us, here in the US, our thoughts turn to patriotism and some of us may want to do some patriotic stitching. Over at Etsy, The Cuckoo Clocks shop has a pattern that is perfect for … Read More ...
Linen Stitchbook
If you are looking for a way to show off and store the new stitches you learn, then this small stitch book might just be what you are looking for. Sandy created her own using linen and burlap. The cover … Read More ...
Polka Dot Background for Needlepoint
Hop on over to Nut about Needlepoint for a great tip about how to create a polka dot background. I won’t give away the tip – you have to visit the blog to find it out. It’s a good one … Read More ...
Sparkling Diamond Embroidery Pattern
Don’t miss out on this recent Craftside exclusive project. It is by Lisa Solomon, author of Knot Thread Stitch: Exploring Creativity through Embroidery and Mixed Media. The project features Kreinik thread. It is a diamond pattern that uses Kreinik … Read More ...
Turk’s Head Knot Stitch Tutorial
If you are looking for something to make your knotted work pop, then you need to head on over to NeedlenThread to learn how to make Turk’s Head Knots. They can be subbed for Colonial Knots or French Knots and … Read More ...
Stripey Fishes Applique Project
Over at Bustle and Sew, Helen has added a Stripey Fishes applique pattern that is free with sign-up to her newsletter. It is a lovely pattern so if you aren’t already a member of her newsletter list, be sure to … Read More ...
Golden Dreams for Danae
Warning: The image in this post includes an embroidered female form that is topless. If this offends you, skip this posting please.
When I saw this creation from Meghan Willis, I instantly fell in love. The blue is a perfect … Read More ...
Be a part of The Dream Rocket
I’ve mentioned The Dream Rocket before: The brainchild of Jennifer Marsh, the project seeks to engage people (especially students) to create and donate art (especially fiber art) to wrap an entire Saturn rocket! The project now has a Kickstarter … Read More ...
Yoyen: New source of silk-ribbon embroidery kits
I got this note from a new producer of silk-ribbon-embroidery kits:
… Read More ...Yoyen Designs is a start-up small family business that specializes in offering handmade gifts and products. It is all about art and handmade creations! These embroidery kits are great
Free pattern: Time’s a-ticking
Monique Jivram is a London-based illustrator who collages ink drawings, urban embroidery, and vintage fabrics to create unique artworks. She’s sharing some of her art with all of us in the form of this charming free embroidery pattern. This is … Read More ...
Crewel-ty in the Netherlands
Jessica Grimm wrote us:
I thought you might be interested in the finished crewelwork projects of the first group of Royal School of Needlework students in the Netherlands. Their work is stunning!
I couldn’t agree more. Lovely! Go to Jessica’s … Read More ...
How to photograph miniatures
How do they get great photos of miniatures — especially tiny needlework? Janet Granger tells all in the latest issue of Artisans in Miniature, a free ezine. She says,
… Read More ...I’ve got an article which spills the beans…on the secrets involved
Stitch a clever saying
Rachael of Imagine Gnats has put together some embroidery patterns to wittify the decor of your sewing space. She says,
… Read More ...love the sewing sayings but running short on time to stitch up your own set? no problem! the pdf pattern