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How to Make an Plushwork Flower

May 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

I have to admit that I am kind of in love with these plushwork (or Amish stumpwork or Chenille) flowers from Feeling Stitchy.  They have so much great texture and are downright fun to look at.

The tutorial is … Read More ...

How to Teach Kids to Embroider on Burlap

April 30, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Teach children how to embroider using burlap and yarn.  It’s easy with this tutorial from Rhythms of Play.

The article goes through all of the steps to help make it easy for both you and your child to learn.  … Read More ...

How to Make Glitter Embroidery Hoops

April 29, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Everybody needs a little bling in their lives right?  Well you can even add a little bit of it to your embroidery hoops with this tutorial from Albion Gould.  What a fun way to jazz up your pieces!

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How to Embellish a Skirt With Embroidery

April 28, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to embellish a store-bought skirt with hand embroidery when you purchase this class through CreativeBug.  The course is in six installments and is taught by Rebecca Ringquist. Rebecca is an artist and designer out of Portland who … Read More ...

How to Make an Embroidered Felt Heart Sachet

April 27, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to make an embroidered felt heart sachet with this easy tutorial from Swoodson Says.  Large enough to fit into the palm of a hand, this would make a lovely gift for someone, or for yourself.

This sachet … Read More ...

Embellish Straw Bag with Recycled Plastic Bags

April 22, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

In honor of Earth Day today I thought I would bring you a recycled project.  Did you know you could do hand embroidery with plastic bags?  Well you can and it’s easy with this tutorial over on FeltMagnet.

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Learn Huck Weaving

April 21, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Learn how to huck weave with this helpful and detailed tutorial from Craft & Fabric Links.  Not only will you find instructions for doing this kind of needlework, there are two free patterns included as well.

Huck weaving is … Read More ...

Rainbow Hand Embroidery Houses – Free Pattern

April 20, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Just looking at these beautiful rainbow row houses embroidered onto a tea towel will make you happy.  This cheerful and fun design comes to us from Albion Gould and wow am I ready to give this project a try.

The … Read More ...

How to Make Machine Embroidered Kids Masks

April 18, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Need a fun and unique project to make for your kids?  Then look no further than this machine mask embroidery tutorial from Stitching Sewcial over at Brother.

The article is designed for makers who use a Brother embroidery machine.  You … Read More ...

How to Add Your Stumpwork to Your Canvas

April 16, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Once you have made some wire stumpwork flower petals, what do you do with them?  How to you attach them to your canvas design?  This tutorial from Sew in Love demonstrates what you need to know.

You will find information … Read More ...

How to Make a German Tufted Embroidery Pillow

April 14, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

The moment I saw this project from Knitting-and I knew I needed to highlight it.  It is made using the German tufted wool embroidery technique, also known as amish stumpwork or plushwork.  Whatever it is is called, it is beautiful.… Read More ...

How to Make a Needlepoint Monogram

April 12, 2021 by Claudia Porter 1 Comment

Do you remember back in the 1980s when everywhere you looked you would see a monogrammed sweater?  I know I do which tells you that I am older than I would like to be.  There were so many different ways … Read More ...

How to Paint A Design On Needlepoint Canvas

April 6, 2021 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Do you have a needlepoint design in your head that you would love to make?  This tutorial from Needlepoint for Fun shows you how to paint a design on a needlepoint canvas.

It explains everything you need to know including:… Read More ...

Free Flower Meadow Hand Embroidery Pattern

April 4, 2021 by Claudia Porter 2 Comments

Perfect for Mother’s Day or any other special occasion, this free flower meadow hand embroidery pattern is absolutely charming.  Designed over on Hodge Podge Craft, the tutorial has complete instructions for this project.

Standard hand embroidery supplies are needed … Read More ...

Choosing Needlepoint Stitches – Free Tutorial

April 2, 2021 by Claudia Porter 2 Comments

 

Are you new to needlepoint or are you interested in adding a variety of stitches to your needlepoint canvasses?  Needlepoint is not all about the standard tent stitch.  This helpful tutorial from Needlepoint for Fun can help you out if … Read More ...

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