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Free Animal Person Embroidery Design Review

October 2, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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 ...

Bundle Halloween ITH Toy Machine Embroidery Designs – Etsy Review

September 27, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This one is such a fun little spooky bundle, especially if you love projects that are cute rather than creepy. The Bundle Halloween ITH Toy Machine Embroidery Designs from CatEmbroideryDesign is an instant digital download for embroidery machines, and the … Read More ...

Mini Mending Mondays: Patch a Child’s Leggings Knee Without Using a Sewing Machine

September 21, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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 ...

Book Review: Japanese Temari Handbook by Emi Horie

September 16, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

If you have ever fallen down a temari rabbit hole and found yourself staring at those beautifully wrapped thread balls wondering how on earth people make them so perfectly, Japanese Temari Handbook by Emi Horie is the kind of book … Read More ...

Video Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials for French Knots

September 8, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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

August 21, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

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 ...

Mini Mending Mondays: Fix a Towel Edge with Simple Hand Stitching

August 17, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Every home seems to have that one towel that is slightly past its prime but still somehow everyone reaches for it. Maybe it is your favorite tea towel, maybe it is the kitchen hand towel, maybe it is the one … Read More ...

Handsome Man With His Camera Hand Embroidery Pattern – Etsy Review

August 16, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This one has a lovely calm, thoughtful feel to it and is a nice change from the usual florals and cute animals. The Printable Handsome Man With His Camera Hand Embroidery Pattern from EmbroideryAndMind is a digital download for … Read More ...

Beautiful Brazilian Embroidery Flowers to Try

August 11, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

If you’ve ever looked at Brazilian embroidery and thought, well that’s a bit fancy in the best possible way, you’re not wrong. This dimensional style is all about glossy rayon thread, raised stitches, and flowers that seem to bloom right … Read More ...

10 Free Sunflower Machine Embroidery Patterns

August 4, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Sunflower machine embroidery is one of those categories that always feels cheerful, useful, and easy to stitch into everyday projects. A single bloom looks lovely on a tea towel or tote, while fuller sunflower motifs work beautifully on cushion covers, … Read More ...

How to Separate Embroidery Floss Without Making a Tangled Mess

July 29, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

There are a few tiny craft frustrations that seem wildly unfair for how small they are. One of them is trying to separate embroidery floss and somehow ending up with a knotty, twisted, slightly aggressive little bundle in your lap … Read More ...

Free Soda Shop Minnie Mouse Embroidery Design Review

July 24, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

If you like embroidery designs with a retro cartoon feel, this Soda Shop Minnie Mouse design is a fun little freebie to grab. It’s by Method Man Designs and the listing for this design shows it at 2.85″ x 3.52″… Read More ...

10 Bookmark Embroidery Patterns for Quick Handmade Gifts

July 14, 2026 by Shellie Wilson 1 Comment

If you are looking for easy embroidery projects that feel thoughtful without taking all weekend, handmade embroidered bookmarks are such a smart place to start. They are small, practical, stash-friendly, and ideal for birthdays, teacher gifts, book clubs, Christmas stockings, … Read More ...

Sunflower Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials and Kits to Brighten Your Hoop

June 23, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Sunflower ribbon embroidery has such a lovely dramatic finish. The petals naturally suit silk ribbon, the flower centres add rich texture, and even a small design can look beautifully dimensional once it’s stitched. If you’ve been wanting to try this … Read More ...

Bird Embroidery Blank Laser Cut Pattern

June 21, 2026 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This is one of those craft files that feels a little different from the usual embroidery download, and honestly, that is exactly why it stands out. While it may have originally been listed with an Easter angle, I actually think … Read More ...

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