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American Flag Plastic Canvas Design – Free Pattern

June 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Perfect for Flag Day or any other patriotic holiday, here is a waving American Flag pattern from Eye Love Knots.  This is a small pattern that should take practically no time to make.

The entire project measures about 2 … Read More ...

Tips for Needlepoint Tension

June 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

How many of us have pulled thread way too hard or left loose areas on our needlepoint projects?  I know I have, that’s for sure.  To help us out, Needlepoint for Fun has come up with a list of ten … Read More ...

Free Summer Beach Hand Embroidery Pattern

June 9, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Bring memories of days spent by the sea into your home with this charming free pattern from Super Mom No Cape.

With a free downloadable template for the design, the tutorial takes you through the entire process. It even … Read More ...

Free Palmistry Felt Embroidery Project

June 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

As soon as I saw this unique felt embroidery design from Lost Mom, I knew I had to bring it to you.  It is a palmistry design with all sorts of interesting decorations,  like a moon and stars, added … Read More ...

Finishing Off Embroidery Tutorial

June 3, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Amy Loves to Sew brings you this helpful tutorial demonstrating how to finish your embroidery hoop.

Many times, once you are done with all of that beautiful stitching you don’t want, or have the patience, to add that finishing … Read More ...

How to Make Felt Needlework Letters

June 2, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Fun for all sorts of reasons, these hand embroidered felt letters from Lovely Indeed a great little project.  Just think of all of the things you can do…Christmas ornaments, stocking stuffers, wall ornaments for a child’s room, etc..

The free … Read More ...

Beginner Needlepoint Sampler Class

June 1, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Looking for a fun beginner needlepoint class?  Creative Bug has you covered with a course called Free-form Needlepoint Sampler.

The teacher, Anna Maria Horner, will teach you all of the needlepoint basics in this video.  From preparing a canvas to … Read More ...

How to Needlepoint a Face – Free Tutorial

May 28, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Making a face in needlepoint is not as easy as you may think it is.  That is why this tutorial from Needlepoint for Fun is so helpful.

With four tips to guide you through the process, the article will help … Read More ...

How to Back an Embroidery Hoop – Free Tutorial

May 24, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to back an embroidery hoop with felt in this helpful video tutorial from Cutesy Crafts.

The video takes the viewer through all of the steps to give hand embroidery projects that special finished touch.  It is easier … Read More ...

Dinosaur Eggs Free Punch Needle Project

May 22, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

For a whimsical and completely unique punch needle project, look no further than this one over on the Clover-USA blog that was designed by Shibaguyz.  It is dinosaur eggs. Yes, you read that right.

How fun is this project?!  You … Read More ...

How to Fill In on Hand Embroidery Projects

May 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Did you know that there are a number of ways to fill in when making a hand embroidery projects?  This tutorial from Pumora Embroidery demonstrates ten different methods.

You will find a section on each of the ten ways.  Each … Read More ...

Pistil Stich Hand Embroidery Tutorial

May 13, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Often found in Indian hand embroidery designs, the pistil stitch may look difficult, but is not.  This tutorial from Anything Creative shows you how to do it.

The article contains plenty of step by step detailed photos showing you how … Read More ...

Embroidered Metal Bookmarks Tutorial

May 11, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

 

A little while back I posted a link to a tutorial demonstrating how to make embroidered pendants.  This idea from Cutesy Crafts is another idea for that tiny embroidery.  It is for metal bookmarks, and it is a lovely … Read More ...

Color Wheel Hand Embroidery Tutorial

May 7, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn all about various hand embroidery stitches with this free tutorial from the Seasoned Homemaker.  Leslie demonstrates them with the lovely color wheel design.

In the article you will find information for twelve different stitches including:

  • Herringbone
  • Satin
  • Couched
… Read More ...

Sampler Stitch Floral Embroidery – Free Pattern

May 6, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to make this beautiful floral bouquet with this tutorial from Jessyratfink over on Instructables.  It’s just gorgeous.

There are six stitches demonstrated in the article, each with photos and a video.  The stitches include:

  • Lazy Daisy
  • Fly
… Read More ...
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