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Recent stitch tutorials
How-to: Embroidered jewelry
Windy River shares tips and techniques for creating embroidered jewelry and avoiding the “flop factor.” See her post.… Read More ...
Stitch dimensional holly berries
Manya of kézzel és lélekkel shows us how to create dimensional holly berries using raised cup stitch. So clever and beautiful. See her tute.
And many thanks to SharonB of Pin Tangle for pointing out this find.
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Learn perfect blanket stitch
If anyone’s an expert at blanket stitch, it’s Kimara of Wee Folk Art. We’ve seen her perfectly spaced stitches on the models for the many felt-applique and embroidery block patterns she’s shared with us. I’m thrilled that she’s sharing her … Read More ...
Make a handy tool
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread shows us how to make an easy, inexpensive pounce tool. Brilliant! See her post.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Tiny ornaments
Julia of Julia’s Place shows us how to make these sweet, tiny Christmas ornaments–from bottle caps! Find out how she does it.
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Fabric mats for your stitchery
Amy of Delightful Distractions shows us how to cover a mat with fabric–a perfect touch for framing some needlework projects. See her tute.
And many thanks to Christie of The Fabric Shopper for pointing out this find.… Read More ...
Tutorial: Lavender sachet ornament
Fiona of Mother’s Cupboard has guest-posted a tutorial on Shabby Art Boutique for creating this monogrammed lavender sachet. It would make a beautiful, fragrant Christmas ornament or a sweet giftie for any time of year. See her tute.
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Tutorial: Stumpwork beetle
Elizabeth of Sew in Love shows us how to create a classic stumpwork beetle. Beautiful! See her tute.
Looking for books on Stumpwork Embroidery? Then check out these craft books.
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Bead the edge
Nima of Made to Treasure shows us a gorgeous beaded edging for ornaments and explains how it’s done. It’s easy! See her post.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy or check out these Pattern … Read More ...
Stitch better puncetto
Jeanine in Canada shares some tips for improving your puncetto needle lace skills. Take advantage of her lessons learned. Go to her Italian Needlework blog post for details.… Read More ...
Bead a Jack
If you’ve wished that you could create bead embroidery like The Lone Beader, here’s your chance! She has created a tutorial for beading this adorable Jack Russell Terrier brooch or pendant, and you can buy a copy from her … Read More ...
Free-standing bullion roses
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) has come up with a technique for stitching bullion roses on stabilizer. This makes an excellent travel project. Later the stabilizer can be snipped close so the roses stand alone. Then they can be attached … Read More ...
Tutorial: Denim pompoms
I want all of my Christmas presents to look like this! Zakka Life shows us a cool way to make pompoms from old denim. Pretty and environmentally aware! See her tute.
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