Valentine’s Day is a time for expressing love and appreciation for the special people in our lives, and there’s no better way to do that than by creating something special with your own hands. If you’re looking for a unique … Read More ...
How to Embroider a Modern Valentine’s Heart
Make your sweetheart something modern and striking with this free tutorial from Busy Being Jennifer. It is a unique design that will have you wanting to pick up your sewing needle.
You need standard embroidery supplies plus a couple … Read More ...
How to Make an Embroidery Floss Organizer
I usually keep my embroidery floss in a shoe box. It ends up getting tangled and knotted. That is why I was immediately drawn to this DIY floss organizer from Ameroonie Designs.
Easy to make, this tutorial has … Read More ...
How to Make a Heart Embroidered Coffee Cup Cozy
Is your Valentine a coffee lover? Well I have the perfect handmade gift for them…a coffee cup cozy embroidered with a heart! The tutorial is from Feeling Stitchy.
Complete with a detailed supply list, as well as step-by-step photos … Read More ...
Embroidery Pattern Books Spanning the Centuries
If you’re into history and want to bring some of it into your creative projects, these six books are the perfect way to do so. Whether you’re a seasoned needle worker or just starting out, these books offer patterns … Read More ...
Love In Bloom Valentine’s Day Pocket Pattern
Adornit brings us this charming embroidered pocket for Valentine’s Day. You can purchase the kit from them. It includes everything you need to make it, including fabric, instructions, thread and stabilizer.
All of the festive embellishments add a touch of … Read More ...
How to Make a Punch Needle Heart on a Blouse
Surprise your sweetheart on Valentine’s Day when you show up to dinner wearing this adorable heart punchneedle embellished blouse. The tutorial is from Amelie’s Workshop.
Note that the tutorial is in french. I normally would not include it, but … Read More ...
How to Price Machine Embroidery Work
Do you do professional machine embroidery? Are you sure you are setting the right price for your work? It is not always easy setting prices. Luckily, this helpful article from Crafty Life Mom can help.
Full of a number of … Read More ...
5 Floral Heart Hand Embroidery Patterns
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and what better way to show your love and affection than with a handmade gift. Hand embroidery has always been a popular form of needlework and it is a great way to create … Read More ...
Easy Valentine’s Day Hoop Art
Here’s a fun and easy project from Create Craft Love that is perfect for Valentine’s Day. In the article you will 3 different designs. Make one or all of them. They make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift.
Complete with a … Read More ...
How to Use Sulky Puffy Foam
Have you ever wanted to try out Sulky Puffy Foam but weren’t sure how? This blog post over on their website tells you exactly how to use it with your machine embroidery.
This product adds a lovely dimension to embroidered … Read More ...
How to Make Plastic Canvas Earrings
Are you looking for a unique gift for that special someone? Why not try making them a pair of plastic canvas earrings. This free pattern from Eye Love Knots shows you how to make these modern and striking earrings.
With … Read More ...
5 Fine Art Needlepoint Pillow Patterns
As an avid needlepointer, I always love finding new projects to work on. And what could be more fun than creating a needlepoint pillow that looks like it was designed by some of the most famous artists in the world?… Read More ...
Happy Spring – Free Hand Embroidery Sampler
You may not think it right now, but spring is right around the corner. Why not celebrate it with a new hand embroidery project! This free pattern comes to us from Amy Ball for Polka Dot Chair and it could … Read More ...
How to Transfer an Embroidery Pattern
Have you ever seen a lovely embroidery design, but can’t figure out how to transfer it to your canvas? This tutorial from Down Grapevine Lane will help you out.
You will find easy-to-follow instructions to take your pattern that is … Read More ...