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Free Motion Embroidery Fibre Art Sampler

December 17, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Draw with thread on your sewing machine to make gorgeous abstract embroidered creations.

Lacy micro textile artworks are created with free-motion stitching on water-soluble cloth. You can see the full tutorial here 

 

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Video Tutorial – Broderie Anglaise

December 17, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This short embroidery video explains how to make an embroidered eyelet lace using our “For the Needle” stamps. You’ll learn how to create a unique design using their broderie Anglaise stamps, then follow the steps to embroider it onto fabric.… Read More ...

DIY Hand Embroidered Cards For Every Holiday

December 16, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

DIY Hand Embroidered Cards are a fast project to stitch & send to someone you are grateful for this Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion! It is also a terrific learn-to-embroider project.

I’ve made a Free Pattern for embroidering four different … Read More ...

Christmas Tree – Tatting Pattern

December 15, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This Christmas Tree Tatting Pattern is an intermediate-level, two shuttle pattern in PDF format. Although it may be tatted using either a needle or a shuttle, the instructions and photos are shown from the shuttle tatting perspective only.

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Sulky Hand Embroidered Lettering

December 14, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Mark your calendars because Sulky is having a webinar on Hand Letter machine embroidery.  You’ll need to purchase a kit that will have everything you need to know in it.

The teacher for this is Karlee Porter and she is … Read More ...

Santa Triptych Plastic Canvas Pattern

December 13, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This trio of lovely old-world Santas is whipstitched together to resemble a triptych. 7-count plastic canvas and worsted-weight yarn were used to create this project. Size: 11 3/4″ x 9 1/8″.

Plastic canvas is a type of needlework that uses … Read More ...

How to Make a Punch Needle Easter Chick

December 12, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Punch needle projects are a great way to add a touch of personalization to your everyday items. They are also an excellent way to try out new techniques and experiment with different designs. If you’re looking for a fun and … Read More ...

Plastic Canvas – Christmas Tree Snowflake

December 11, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Simple snowflake decorations will usher in the Christmas season. Our free small template creates a lovely 3-dimensional snowflake decoration.

Because it can be made using leftover bits of plastic canvas and scrap stash yarn, the Plastic Canvas Christmas Snowflake ornament … Read More ...

Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner

December 9, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Add a fun splash of holiday cheer with this Easy Sew Christmas Table Runner! This fun and simple sewing project is the perfect way to brighten any space.

I have been wanting to find one of these for a … Read More ...

Better Off Thread (Embroidery Mystery Book 10)

December 9, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

In the ninth installment of the series from the national bestselling author of The Stitching Hour, Santa finds himself in a stitch of difficulty…

Marcy is hard at work at her needlework store, the Seven-Year Stitch, assisting clients in … Read More ...

5 Valentine’s Day Hand Embroidery Patterns

December 8, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Are you looking for a unique and special way to impress your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day? Hand-embroidering a beautiful heart is a thoughtful and creative gift that will show your loved one how much you care. Not only is embroidery … Read More ...

Tatting Pattern – Back and Forth Snowflake

December 8, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Tatting Pattern – For this Snowflake Christmas Tatting Pattern You need to be an experienced tatter to be able to follow this pattern, as it does not include any basic tatting instruction.

This is an intermediate to advanced level, two-shuttle … Read More ...

15 Redwork Embroidery Patterns For Christmas

December 7, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Redwork is a type of American embroidery, sometimes known as art needlework, that emerged in the nineteenth century and was especially popular between 1855 and 1925. Red thread, in the form of Turkey red embroidery floss, is historically used since … Read More ...

Holiday Hang-Ups! Plastic Canvas Pattern

December 6, 2022 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Hang these plastic canvas Christmas holiday decorations in your window or entryway for a festive effect; the Shining Star may also be utilized as a tree topper. Shining Star and Silver Bells are embroidered with Metallic Craft Cord on 7-count … Read More ...

How to Make a Mini Plastic Canvas Heart Bag Clip

December 5, 2022 by Claudia Porter Leave a Comment

Here’s an adorable plastic canvas project that is perfect for Valentine’s Day.  This unique mini heart bag clip design is from Strings Away! and it would make a terrific little favor for a party.

The easy-to-follow tutorial has a list … Read More ...

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