Nellie of Nellie’s Needles shows us how to create a convincing center for a coneflower by capturing a wad of fibers under tulle. This technique is so brilliant, you’re going to run to your sewing machine to try it. See … Read More ...
Tutorial: Rolled felt rose
Kimara of Wee Folk Art follows up her tutorial for a rolled calico flower with one for a similar felt version. She says, “Although they are both put together in the same general way, there are a few differences to … Read More ...
Tutorials: Bead-embroidered pins
Stephanie of Novasblossoms reminds us that free instructions for her beaded butterflies and pins are available from CQMagOnline. See Stephanie’s post for the links. So beautiful.… Read More ...
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Embroidery Techniques and Tutorials
There are many different embroidery stitches available to embroidery enthusiasts, and each has its own set of benefits and drawbacks. In this article, we will share some of the most popular embroidery stitches, as … Read More ...
Tutorial: Fabric collage
Get the lowdown on fabric collage techniques from Nicole Licht (astulabee), whose tutorial recreates her Etsy workshop. Even if you’re new to stitching, she’ll make you want to try this! See the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Dimensional flower
Allie Aller (Allie’s in Stitches) shows us how to stitch a dimensional flower inspired by 3D blooms on a vintage crazy quilt. You’ll appreciate her photos and meticulous step-by-step explanation. See the tute.
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Tutorial: Spider-web roses
Jo in NZ steps us through a basic crazy-quilting technique that produces beautiful results, even for beginners. (Trust me on this. I know.) See the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Calico rolled flower
Kimara of Wee Folk Art is sharing her secrets for making darling rolled flowers. See her post for a link to directions for the calico version. A tute for the felt version is coming soon.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Daisy stitch
The stitch of the week at Rittenhouse Needlepoint is a variation of the eyelet stitch called daisy stitch. Lovely! See the tute.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Embroidered felt mobile
Mollie of Wild Olive has come up with another adorable embroidery project that is simple enough for a child to try and challenging enough for a veteran stitcher to enjoy. See Mollie’s tute for this ice-cream-cone mobile.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt-appliqued sachet
Melissa Crowe (aka Checkout Girl) shows us how to create a sachet with a charming little corsage of bright felt appliques. See the tute.… Read More ...
30 Sewing Patterns and Templates: Appliqued Quiet Books
Jill of Homemade by Jill is sharing her templates for an appliqued “quiet book.” Run over to her blog and get them.
This original post needed some expansion so we have added some more quiet book tutorials to … Read More ...
Smocking 101 – Learn How To Smock
Smocking is an embroidery technique that is used to collect cloth in order for it to stretch. Smocking was extensively employed before elastic in cuffs, bodices, and necklines of clothes when buttons were not desired.
Smocking, which originated in England … Read More ...