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Video Tutorial – How to Thread your needle Easily

December 29, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

The best ways to thread different types of embroidery and sewing needles with different threads – COTTON, WOOL, & SILK. The proper way to thread a needle.

Sarah Homfray, a graduate of The Royal School of Needlework’s three-year apprenticeship, provides … Read More ...

Are you using the right sized needle? – Video Tutorial

February 11, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Understand your needles! To guarantee a smoother ride, and faster and neater stitching, choose the appropriate needle size for your sewing.

In This online video Sarah demonstrates what to look for when selecting the correct size, how to detect whether … Read More ...

15 Stumpwork Embroidery Patterns To Try

January 23, 2023 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

 

If you’re ever curious about stumpwork embroidery, but don’t know where to start, we’ve got just the tutorial for you! Our easy-to-follow instructions will have you stitching away like a pro in no time. So why not give stumpwork … Read More ...

How to Embroider onto a Sweatshirt

January 12, 2023 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Jazz up a plain sweatshirt with this beautiful floral embroidery pattern from Anchor.  It’s a free download.

You will need some hand embroidery experience, however the pattern does have some instruction on stitching onto sweatshirt material.  It also has … Read More ...

How to Remove Machine Embroidery

December 22, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever machine embroidered something only to realize that you don’t like how it turned out or there is a mistake?  Unfortunately I have and it can be a pain to fix.  This helpful article from Machine Embroidery Geek… Read More ...

Hexagon Embroidery Sampler Pattern

November 2, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is a perfect way to learn or improve your embroidery stitching. StitchDoodles has this awesome free pattern.

With over 35 different stitches, you will be ready to tackle any pattern once you have finished this pretty project.  Choose your … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider on a Yoga Mat

October 31, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Raise your hand if one of your New Year’s resolutions is to get in shape. This tutorial is right in line with that resolution.  Sewing Machine Fun teaches us how to machine embroider on a yoga mat.

What a great … Read More ...

3 Needlepoint Stitches for Skies

October 20, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Take your needlepoint design up to another level with these three stitches that are ideal for skies.  It comes to use from Poppy Monk Needlepoint.

The author takes a deep look at all three stitches.  Each one is described in … Read More ...

12 Tips for a Perfect Hand Embroidery Satin Stitch

October 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Every month I like to bring you an article or tutorial from Mary Corbet’s Needle ‘n Thread blog.  Her work is incredible and her tutorials are so helpful.  These tips for the satin stitch are no exception.

You will find … Read More ...

How to Clean a Machine Embroidery Hoop

October 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

We have all been there.  The light shines just right on your embroidery hoops and you notice how dirty they have gotten.  This tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek will help you out with this problem.

In the article, you will … Read More ...

How to Make the 8 Best Embroidery Stitches for Lines

September 29, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

From Pumora comes this handy tutorial demonstrating the eight best hand embroidery stitches for lines.

With a list of all eight of them and tutorials for each of them as well, you will be stitching lines in no time.  Along … Read More ...

How to Repeat Embroidery Designs

September 23, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever wanted to know how to repeat machine embroidery designs?  Here is your chance to learn.  This tutorial from Embroidery Library tells you how.

Filled with plenty of step-by-step photos and instructions, the article makes it look easy.  … Read More ...

How to Machine Embroider on Puffy Foam

September 19, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever seen machine embroidery on puffy foam?  It looks really cool and gives projects extra dimension.  You can learn how to do it yourself with this tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek.

Filled with plenty of tips, the article … Read More ...

How to Make DIY Punch Needle Patches

September 13, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Put your punch needle skills to good use with these fun patches.  It’s a great way to jazz up your favorite jeans jacket and it is easy to do.  This tutorial from Something Turquoise shows you how.

Including a detailed … Read More ...

How to Do the Satin Stitch in Embroidery

September 5, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

One of the most commonly used and recognized embroidery stitches is the Satin stitch.  The satin stitch can be used for so many different looks in your embroidery designs.  Many of the patterns you can purchase use it in designs … Read More ...

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