Janet Granger created this gorgeous stumpwork foxglove by stitching around a special tool called a half cone stick. Check it out at her blog post. She’s posted lots of photos so you can see how it works.
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How to cut metal threads
Next to needles, scissors are a stitcher’s most important tool. We protect them like jewels. So what should we do when embroidering with metal threads that quickly dull our delicate blades? The Kreinik Thread blog has the answer. See the … Read More ...
How to twist flat silk
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread has posted a video by Anne Gomes demonstrating how to twist Japanese flat silk. Interesting technique! Go to Mary’s post.… Read More ...
Beginner embroidery: The supplies you need
Allison of Little Lovelies runs through the basic supplies you need to get started in embroidery. If you’re new to stitching, the list is probably shorter than you think, and this article will be perfect for you. Go to Allison’s … Read More ...
Technique: How many strands of floss?
How many strands of embroidery floss should you stitch with? Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World has some advice. See her post.… Read More ...
How to cut small felt pieces
I love the look of tiny felt applique embellishments, but all my bitty flowers and leaves end up shaped like blobs. Laura of Bugs and Fishes comes to my rescue (and maybe yours, too) with a tutorial about how to … Read More ...
Tips for stitching on the road
Laura Wasilowski of Artfabrik has some excellent tips for stitching while traveling in a car. Funny…but true! See her post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Stumpwork beaded blackberry
Elizabeth Braun of Sew in Love created this gorgeous stumpwork blackberry by embroidering beads on a slip and then attaching it to her ground cloth. Sounds hard, right? Not so much. Especially if you follow the excellent tutorial she’s sharing … Read More ...
Embroidery basics for newbies
If you’ve thought about trying embroidery but you’re afraid it’s a bit too complicated, Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting will boost your confidence. Her post covers the basics from tools and materials to simple stitches and troubleshooting. Check it … Read More ...
How to block tatting
Heather of Tatted Treasures explains the whys and hows of blocking a tatted work. Take your project from the rumpled look on the left to the polished look on the right in a few simple steps. Go to Heather’s tute… Read More ...
Tatting tip
Jane Eborall shares a tip for tying thread onto a tatting shuttle or bobbin in preparation for winding. Easy and smart! See her post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Hairy-eyebrowed softie
Heather of The Sewing Loft shares the tutorial for creating this “super simple” monster softie. And while she was making it, she stumbled across a technique you’ll love for creating those hairy eyebrows. Go to her post.
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Tutorial: Beginner CQ piecing
Janet of I’m Going Crazy blog has posted a beginner tutorial for piecing a simple heart crazy-quilt block. Check it out.… Read More ...
Using Memory Thread in needlepoint
Robin of Needlepoint Study Hall used DMC Memory Thread to mimic icing decorations on this cake. Along the way, she learned a lot about incorporating Memory Thread into needlepoint, and she’s sharing her lessons and tips. See her post.… Read More ...
How to embroider on felt
Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World shares tips for embroidering on felt. See her post.… Read More ...