Have you always wanted to take a class and thought it was a tad bit expensive? This weekend only Craftsy is having a sale on their classes. Want to learn hand stitch collage quilts…there’s a class for that and it’s … Read More ...
Everyday Life
I have fallen in love with Michelle Kingdom‘s beautiful stitching. Each piece is rich with color and texture. They remind me of the murals made in the 1940’s for the WPA program. She captures every day life with … Read More ...
Embroidered Felt Easter Egg Freebie
Sure you could do the same old dye job for your Easter eggs this year…but why would you want to when you can stitch up this adorable Felt Easter Egg. Wendi from Shiny Happy World shares her Easter egg … Read More ...
Thumbprint Heart
I think one of the hardest things about an anniversary is coming up with a gift or a way to celebrate that is personal and doesn’t seem so generic. PinkmichK on Craftster.org used her own thumbprint to create a one … Read More ...
Winner Winner! Chicken Dinner!
We have a winner for the Needlework give away.
Comment #86, LESLIE!
I am definitely a stitching goddess….I have a needle and thread in my hand whenever I possibly can. Enjoy all needlecrafts but especially embroidery
Thank you to everyone … Read More ...
Embroidered Star Sweater
Have you ever embroidered on clothing? I have a couple of times and each time I’m a nervous wreck. I’m not sure why, it is the same as stitching on regular fabric, but for some reason, it makes me nervous.… Read More ...
Anna Scott’s Queen Bee
When I first laid eyes on Anna Scott’s Queen Bee I thought it was machine embroidery. It looked like it was a cut out tapestry. After reading about the process and finding out that it done by hand, I had … Read More ...
Bluestem and Sage
I will admit that I have a love/hate relationship with French knots or anything that resembles them. They are such a hassle but they look so pretty. Case in point, Monika Kinner-Wheln’s stunning Bluesteam and Sage fiber art piece. Looking … Read More ...
2014 Easter Egg Stitch Along
NeedleKnowledge is putting on their first Easter Egg Stitch Along. The Easter Egg pattern offers a number of new stitches for you to try out. You can turn the finished project into a puffy ornament by following their tutorial… Read More ...
Inspiration: Button Book
Lins Artyblobs created this mixed media Button Book using washi tape, embroidery floss and of course buttons. I love the color combinations that she uses and each page is a work of art. What a wonderful way to try … Read More ...
Spring Mandala
Heidi from Speckless mixes a little old with the new when she created these charming hoops. The doilies were passed down to her and she decided to add her own flavor to them by stitching brightly colored floss into the … Read More ...
Tips For Organizing Embroidery Floss
I am the worst when it comes to organizing my floss. It is always a tangled mess. This year I am going to try to do a better job at taming the big bundle of floss knotted in my craft … Read More ...
Craftster Hoopla-Along
Each month Craftster.org hosts a Hoopla-Along. There is a new theme every month and there are prizes given in a random drawing. March’s theme is Spring. It can be anything related to spring…bugs, flowers, Easter, spring break. The one … Read More ...
Pattern Round Up: Snow Bunnies and Hints of Spring
This week, we’re excited to bring you our latest hand-embroidery pattern round up, “Snow Bunnies and a Hint of Spring.” This collection features a delightful mix of winter and spring-themed designs that are perfect for all your embroidery projects. Whether … Read More ...
Sweet as Candy
I will admit it, I have a really bad sweet tooth. Lucky for me this beautiful candy embroidery and applique piece is good for my waist line. Nana Company shares a wonderful childhood memory while stitching up this adorable … Read More ...