Sometimes a little embroidered flower in the corner simply isn’t going to do it. You want the enormous bloom, the peacock sweeping down the back of a denim jacket, or the wall hanging that makes someone stop and say, “Hang … Read More ...
Free Christmas Holly Tablecloth Embroidery Pattern Review
If you love Christmas table decorating and you’re the sort of person who thinks a plain white tablecloth is basically just waiting for a crafty upgrade, then this free Christmas Holly Tablecloth embroidery pattern from DMC is a lovely find. … Read More ...
Book Review: Twenty to Stitch Christmas Cross Stitch by Michael Powell
If you like your Christmas stitching cheerful, a little whimsical, and full of that classic handmade holiday charm, Twenty to Stitch Christmas Cross Stitch by Michael Powell looks like a very easy one to fall for.
What stands out straight … Read More ...
10 Temari Ball Instructions for Learning This Beautiful Japanese Needle Art
If you’ve ever fallen down a rabbit hole of perfectly stitched thread balls and thought, how on earth do people make those, this little roundup is for you. Temari has that magical combination of precision and charm that makes it … Read More ...
HALO-5 Embroidery Machine Review: Are Five Needles Worth the Upgrade?
There comes a point with machine embroidery when changing thread colours starts to feel like a hobby all of its own. You sit down to make a personalised gift, load a lovely design, and then spend rather more time rethreading … Read More ...
Mini Mending Mondays: Save a Favorite Cardigan with a Small Darned Repair
There is always one cardigan that gets more love than the rest. It lives on the back of a chair, comes on every trip, and gets thrown on for chilly mornings, late-night tea, and “I’m just nipping outside for a … Read More ...
Book Review Christmas And Winter Embroidery Patterns by De-ann Black
If you enjoy seasonal stitching books that give you lots of smaller motifs to play with, Christmas & Winter Embroidery Patterns by De-ann Black looks like a fun one to keep nearby once the weather starts turning and the festive … Read More ...
Spooky Season Sweater Embroidery Design – Etsy Review
This one has that bold, trendy Halloween look that would be right at home on a sweatshirt, tote bag, or anything else you want to give a bit of spooky-season personality. The Spooky Season Embroidery Design from MySimplyEmbroidery is a … Read More ...
Free Animal Person Embroidery Design Review
This free Animal Person embroidery design from Ann The Gran is definitely one of those patterns that makes you stop and look twice. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one 4.48″ x 6.03″ size, has 19,772 stitches, … Read More ...
Mini Mending Mondays: Patch a Child’s Leggings Knee Without Using a Sewing Machine
If children had an Olympic sport, destroying the knees of leggings in record time would be on the podium. It is always the same story: one tumble, one slide, one energetic afternoon outside, and suddenly there is a hole where … Read More ...
Halloween Hand Embroidery Pattern Bundle – Etsy Review
This one looks like a lot of spooky-season fun, especially if you are the kind of stitcher who likes having a whole batch of small seasonal designs ready to go. The Halloween Hand Embroidery Pattern Spooky Template for Beginners from … Read More ...
DMC Blue Vespa Intermediate Cross Stitch Kit Review
The DMC Blue Vespa Intermediate Cross Stitch Kit immediately made me think of European summers, cobbled streets and the freedom of travelling somewhere new.
As I write this, my 19-year-old daughter is travelling around Europe and is just about to … Read More ...
The Goldfish by Henri Matisse Advanced Cross Stitch Kit Review
The Goldfish by Henri Matisse Advanced Cross Stitch Kit transforms one of Matisse’s most colourful paintings into an impressive needlework project.
The original 1912 artwork is known for its vibrant colours and unusual composition, both of which translate beautifully into … Read More ...
Video Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials for French Knots
French knots are one of those stitches that can make a ribbon embroidery project look instantly more polished. They’re tiny, textured, and surprisingly versatile, but they can also be the stitch that makes beginners want to toss the hoop across … Read More ...
Free Paisley Flowers Embroidery Design Review
If you like floral machine embroidery with a bit more swirl and personality, this free Paisley Flowers embroidery design from Ann The Gran is a fun one. It’s by Fable Kreations, comes in one size at 6.23″ x 7.72″… Read More ...