(1) Give Thanks from The Stitcherhood
(2) Turkey from Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread
Looking for more Thanksgiving-themed Embroidery patterns? Check these out on Etsy.… Read More ...
Janet Perry rocks The CARON Collection
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint and Napa Needlepoint is this month’s featured designer at The CARON Collection site. Enjoy an interview with Janet, lots of photos of her beautiful work, and a free tutorial for this gorgeous … Read More ...
A brief look at Ukrainian embroidery
John Hopper of The Textile Blog gives us a glimpse into the needlework legacy of the Ukraine. He notes, “Embroidery has a long history in the Ukraine, with archaeological evidence going back to at least two thousand years, though the … Read More ...
Everything you want to know about Dorset buttons
CJ Stitching and Blooms has put together a great round-up of information about Dorset buttons, including several of her own creations. Her Christmas tree button, especially, makes me faint with delight. Get the scoop from the blog post.… Read More ...
1907 Herrschner patterns available online
SharonB of Pin Tangle blog is spreading the word about her discovery of a 1907 Herrschner needlework catalog that is being digitized and shared on line by Embroiderist. What a fantastic resource! Find out more and get the links … Read More ...
Free: Gift tags or pattern from Sibling Craftery
Kandra of Sibling Craftery is sharing her Homemade and Heartfelt design in a printable gift-tag format and as an embroidery pattern. Yea! Or how about a crossover — hand stitch some gift tags for those extra-special presents. Get the files … Read More ...
Freebie and fantasy from UT
The Urban Threads blog announces:
… Read More ...You are hereby invited to join the entirely fictional but totally awesome Rogue Embroiderers Guild. Download this free design for hand and/or machine embroidery, stitch it up, and proclaim your membership in the brother-
Manly needle arts will be on display
If you’re near Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA, between November 19 and December 18, don’t miss the upcoming exhibition at Milwaukee Union Art Gallery, Thread Baring: A Portrayal of Masculinity One Stitch at a Time. The gallery’s site announces,
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Free patterns and charts
This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More ...
Free charts: Christmas cross-stitch
How to wash silk ribbon embroidery
Vani of Vani’s blog explains how to wash silk ribbons in preparation for using them and how to wash and refresh a finished SRE project. See her post.
Looking for a supplier of Silk Ribbon? We love Etsy for … Read More ...
Tutorials: Silk-ribbon blossoms
Carol Daisy of Silk Ribbon Embroidery blog is posting a series of tutorials that even experienced SRE enthusiasts will enjoy. Recent examples: jonquils, delphiniums, tulips, snowdrops, loop flowers. See the blog.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Arlee’s Frankenstitch
Arlee Barr of Albedo Design Journal uses text and video to teach us her Frankenstitch embroidery technique. Improvisational and textural, this stitching style will force you to loosen up and get modern. See the first tute post.… Read More ...
Christmas ornament idea from a CQer
Jo in NZ is busily preparing her handmade Christmas gifts for this season: embroidered snowflakes on felt. Her great idea was inspired by…a gift bag! Find out more from Jo’s blog.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these … Read More ...
Tutorial: Whipped-backstitch lettering
Mary Corbet‘s series on embroidered lettering and text continues with a lesson on whipped backstitch. Look at this example; you know you want to try it! Get the lowdown from Mary’s blog, Needle ‘n’ Thread.… Read More ...