Are you looking to jazz up a pretty fabric ribbon you have? Do you need to personalize some ribbon? This tutorial from Machine Embroidery Geek will show you how to use your sewing machine to make some embroidery magic.
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How to Embroider a Modern Valentine’s Heart
Make your sweetheart something modern and striking with this free tutorial from Busy Being Jennifer. It is a unique design that will have you wanting to pick up your sewing needle.
You need standard embroidery supplies plus a couple … Read More ...
How to Make an Embroidery Floss Organizer
I usually keep my embroidery floss in a shoe box. It ends up getting tangled and knotted. That is why I was immediately drawn to this DIY floss organizer from Ameroonie Designs.
Easy to make, this tutorial has a … Read More ...
How to Make a Heart Embroidered Coffee Cup Cozy
Is your Valentine a coffee lover? Well I have the perfect handmade gift for them…a coffee cup cozy embroidered with a heart! The tutorial is from Feeling Stitchy.
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Embroidery Pattern Books Spanning the Centuries
If you’re into history and want to bring some of it into your creative projects, these six books are the perfect way to do so. Whether you’re a seasoned needle worker or just starting out, these books offer patterns and … Read More ...
How to Price Machine Embroidery Work
Do you do professional machine embroidery? Are you sure you are setting the right price for your work? It is not always easy setting prices. Luckily, this helpful article from Crafty Life Mom can help.
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Easy Valentine’s Day Hoop Art
Here’s a fun and easy project from Create Craft Love that is perfect for Valentine’s Day. In the article you will 3 different designs. Make one or all of them. They make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift.
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How to Use Sulky Puffy Foam
Have you ever wanted to try out Sulky Puffy Foam but weren’t sure how? This blog post over on their website tells you exactly how to use it with your machine embroidery.
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Happy Spring – Free Hand Embroidery Sampler
You may not think it right now, but spring is right around the corner. Why not celebrate it with a new hand embroidery project! This free pattern comes to us from Amy Ball for Polka Dot Chair and it could … Read More ...
How to Transfer an Embroidery Pattern
Have you ever seen a lovely embroidery design, but can’t figure out how to transfer it to your canvas? This tutorial from Down Grapevine Lane will help you out.
You will find easy-to-follow instructions to take your pattern that is … Read More ...
Free Punch Needle Hearts Tutorial
Ok folks, it’s time for some punch needle love. And by love I mean hearts! Look at this charming and festive free pattern from Punch Needle World. It’s beautiful, and it is not that hard if you have some … Read More ...
How to Make a Modern Freeform Punch Needle Design
Put your punch needle skills to good use and make a modern freeform work or art. This article from Apartment Therapy shows you how.
Complete with a supply list and loads of step-by-step photos and instructions, you will be creating … Read More ...
Beginner’s Guide to Needlepainting
Stitch Floral brings us a lovely beginner’s guide to needlepainting. The author uses a peony as her example. I absolutely love peonies, so I was immediately drawn to this article. Once I read it I was impressed with the story … Read More ...
How To Make an Embroidered Clasp Purse
Put your hand embroidery and sewing skills to good use and make a lovely clasp purse. This easy-to-follow tutorial from Tea and a Sewing Machine shows you how.
From start to finish, you will get all of the information needed … Read More ...
10 Hand Beading Embroidery Projects
As a beader myself, I can attest to the fact that adding beads to a project truly brings it to life. There’s just something about the pop of color and sparkle that can take a piece from good to great. … Read More ...