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Turn Sketches Into Embroidery Patterns

September 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Amy, over on Amy Loves to Sew, brings us another lovely how to tutorial.  This time it is how to turn sketches into embroidery motifs.  What a wonderful process!

Whether you like to doodle, or your child is constantly … Read More ...

Beginner Flower Embroidery Pattern

September 19, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For people who may be new to hand embroidery, here is a lovely design from The Yellow Birdhouse to help get you started.  In this tutorial you will learn how to do a number of different and common stitches. You … Read More ...

How to Do Kamal Kadai Embroidery

September 17, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Just look at this exquisite embroidery called Kamal Kadai from Sarah’s Hand Embroidery Tutorials.  It is absolutely stunning.

Sarah’s tutorial has step by step instructions and detailed photos to help you learn this method.  It is definitely a project … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas Bumble Bee Coasters Pattern

September 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter 2 Comments

Don’t worry about these bumble bee coasters from DIY Party Mom.  They won’t sting!  They look really cute though.

This tutorial has a handy and printable stitch chart.  These are easy coasters to make so they are an ideal … Read More ...

20 Common Embroidery Mistakes

September 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Wow, this article really hits the nail on the head! As someone who loves embroidery, I can definitely attest to the fact that it’s a craft that can easily lead to mistakes. From not reading the instructions, to displaying your … Read More ...

How to Do the Guilloche Stitch

September 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here is another wonderful tutorial from Mary over on Needle ‘n Thread.  This time it is a Guilloche Stitch tutorial.  One of the things I love about Mary’s blog is that she demonstrates so many different and lesser known … Read More ...

6 Sensational Hand Embroidery Courses from Creativebug

September 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Hey there! Are you in the mood for some new hand embroidery projects but want a little more guidance and instruction with each project? Well, I’ve got just the thing for you! Introducing Creativebug, an online platform that offers a … Read More ...

Tulle Machine Embroidery Tutorial

September 2, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

You may not realize it, but you can do machine embroidery on Tulle.  It definitely takes some practice and there plenty of tips that you will need to know.  This tutorial from Sewing Machine Fun explains how to do it.… Read More ...

How to Punch Needle on a Sweatshirt

August 31, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For all you punch needle fans who like to wear their crafts…this one is for you!  Marching North has this awesome tutorial showing us how to punch needle on a sweatshirt.  How cool is that!

Along with the standard punch … Read More ...

How to Make a Beaded Background on an Embroidery Canvas

August 29, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Got beads?  I know I have scores of them, all waiting patiently to be used in a project.  Cedar Canyon Textiles has an awesome tutorial demonstrating how to add beading to your hand embroidery projects.  It is amazing what a … Read More ...

Beginning Sashiko Stitch Tutorial

August 26, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I have always been intrigued by the art of Sashiko, but I have never had a chance to learn more about it.  This article from Koekoek was just what I was looking for.

It is a nice introduction to this … Read More ...

How to Make a Plastic Canvas Eyeglasses Case

August 24, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to make this awesome plastic canvas eyeglasses case with this handy tutorial from Trinkets in Bloom.  This case would make a terrific gift for a friend or for yourself.  You could even make a big batch of … Read More ...

How to Free Motion Quilt a Bunny

August 22, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Lori Kennedy writing for Bernina brings us this easy free motion bunny tutorial.  Not only is it perfect for Easter, but it works for all kinds of patterns.  The article takes you through all of the steps to making this … Read More ...

Hardanger Embroidery Tutorial

August 19, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Have you ever heard of Hardanger embroidery?  I had not, but with this article from Elizabeth over on Epida Studio, you can learn all about it.

This tutorial will take you through the history of the stitch method, as … Read More ...

How to Make a Double Hoop for Hand Embroidery

August 17, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

Do you ever see a hand embroidery design using a double hoop?  Do you ever wonder how on earth the designer did that?  Well now you can find out.  This tutorial from Jessica Long Embroidery demonstrates the method for this … Read More ...

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