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How to Make a Plastic Canvas Watermelon Magnet

August 5, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Who doesn’t love a cold juicy slice of watermelon on hot summer days?  I know I do.  Here’s a fun little project from Strings Away for a watermelon magnet.  You’ll always have a slice on your refrigerator if you … Read More ...

Free Sunflower Hand Embroidery Pattern

August 3, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Whether it is to show your support for Ukraine or you want to add a new floral design to your embroidery library, this free tutorial from Lauren Chase is for you.

You will find a free downloadable pattern plus a … Read More ...

How to Embroider Letters on Denim by Hand

August 1, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Do you have an old pair of jeans (or a pair that needs a little style boost)?  Then check out this tutorial from Amanda Puleo.  You’ll learn how to embroider letters onto denim. Amanda makes it easy.

In the … Read More ...

5 Free and Fabulous Punch Needle Projects

July 30, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As a craft enthusiast, I love discovering new and affordable ways to express my creativity. Punch needle embroidery is one of my absolute favorite forms of crafting, and I am constantly on the lookout for new and interesting projects to … Read More ...

How to Make a Plastic Canvas Rainbow Wall Hanging

July 28, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For something modern and cute made in plastic canvas, look no further than this design from Wild Olive.  How cute is this?!

This is an easy project that would be adorable in a child’s or baby’s room.  When … Read More ...

How to Avoid Puckering in Machine Embroidery

July 26, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

We have all been there.  Started out a new machine embroidery project and then quickly realized that the lettering is puckering.  This article from All Stitch can help you with that problem.

Filled with 10 problems and tips on how … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Penny Rug

July 24, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is a unique and fun embroidery project from Three Sheep Studio.  Make a penny rug with your scraps of wool fabric.

I love the blacks and grays used in this design.  The technique is quite simple.  In the tutorial … Read More ...

10 Needlepoint Christmas Stocking Patterns

July 23, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Wow, the holiday season is almost here and it’s time to start thinking about those special touches that make it so special. One of my favorite things to do during this time is to create special stockings for my friends … Read More ...

Everything You Need to Know About Machine Embroidery Needles

July 22, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

If you have ever looked for needles for machine embroidery then you know that there are a lot of them.  This helpful article from Machine Embroidery Geek tells you everything you need to know about the various types. There are … Read More ...

How to Embroider on a Sweater – Free Floral Design

July 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Coming from one of the premiere needlework design companies, Anchor brings you this free hand embroidery pattern for a sweater.  What a unique idea for a garment!

Available as a downloadable pattern, it is listed as an easy project, so … Read More ...

How to Embroider On Blue Jeans

July 18, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As soon as I saw this tutorial from Ginger Muse I knew I had to bring it to you.  Look closely at the photo and you will see that some of the lovely little flowers are hand embroidered.

How charming … Read More ...

5 Floral Transparent Embroidery Patterns

July 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Transparent embroidery is a unique and beautiful method of hand embroidery that is gaining popularity. Unlike traditional hand embroidery, where the fabric is opaque and the design is stitched onto it, transparent embroidery involves using a transparent fabric, like organza, … Read More ...

Free Minecraft Plastic Canvas Pattern

July 14, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Alright all you Minecraft fans or friends/family of Minecraft fans.  This free plastic canvas pattern is for you and it can be found over on the Frogging News website.

It can be added to any number of things.  I particularly … Read More ...

Summery Hedgehog Hand Embroidery – Free Pattern

July 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Cuteness overload alert!  Look at this adorable hedgehog hand embroidery design!  It’s free and it’s from Flamingo Toes.  Bev always brings you the most charming projects and this one is no exception.

With plenty of detailed photos and step-by-step … Read More ...

8 Beginner Embroidery Tips

July 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As someone who is just starting out with hand embroidery, I can attest to the fact that it can be quite overwhelming at first. There are so many different techniques and styles, it’s hard to know where to begin. That’s … Read More ...

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