I just found out about the DMC Threads blog, and it knocks me out! It’s full of news, patterns, ideas, tips — juicy reading for any embroidery enthusiast. DMC staffer Allison Burg tells us,
… Read More ...DMC believes in the wonderful art
Free Valentine’s Day treats from SWAK
Here’s a great heads-up from SWAKembroidery.com:
… Read More ...If you loved making the peppermint sucker wrappers at Christmastime, you’re sure to love this one just as much!
Easy to make and step by step instructions are included. Great for class parties,
Free patterns and charts
This Embroidery roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Embroidery pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at … Read More ...
Free charts: Needlepoint
More free charts: Cross-stitch
(1) A is for Apple from Happy Threads
(2) Mademoiselle été from Le blog de carmela
(3) Adorable polkadot bow from Cross me not
(4) February Ornament of the Month from Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(5) Motif mosaïque from … Read More ...
Free charts: Cross-stitch
Freebies from Wee Folk Art
Here are several new free designs from Wee Folk Art for your applique-and-embroidery pleasure:
(1) Running Kitty
(2) Running Mouse
(3) I Love You Tree… Read More ...
Free Heart and Valentine Embroidery Patterns and Charts
This Embroidery roundup is all about free patterns. We have created this quick list with links to each Embroidery pattern. We have tried to choose free patterns to suit something for everyone.
Please note that these patterns were free at … Read More ...
Inspiration: Gunnel
This little art quilt made me squeal out loud with delight. Gunnel of Gunnel’s Blog transferred a vacation photo to fabric and then used free-motion machine embroidery to bring out the details of the image. What a perfect blend of … Read More ...
Tip: How to stiffen tatted motifs
Linda of Tattyhead has great advice for stiffening and shaping tatted work, such as the bridal tiara shown here. She still swears by sugar syrup! Go to her blog post to find out why and how.… Read More ...
Should Martha sell tatted jewelry?
Check out these necklaces of tatting plus buttons and beads by Martha of Martha’s Tatting Blog. She’s wondering whether she should attempt to sell them via Etsy. I say yes!! Weigh in with your opinion — comment on Martha’s … Read More ...
Celebrate with HEN
The Hand Embroidery Network is celebrating its first anniversary with all kinds of specials: discounts on directory listings, reduced ad prices for NEEDLE magazine, a special price for all HEN patterns, and giveaways and treats throughout the network’s birthday week. … Read More ...
Tutorial: Felt heart brooch
Laura of Bugs and Fishes by Lupin shows us the step-by-step for making this simple, perfectly charming felt heart brooch. You still have plenty of time to stitch some up for your child’s — or your bridge club’s — valentine … Read More ...
Free tat pattern: Tiny snails
See these precious tidbits? They are teeny tiny tatted snails! Their creator, Jane Eborall, says they not only make excellent embellishments for greeting cards but also make surprising gifts when placed in the salads of dinner guests! Go to … Read More ...
Giveaway: “edward and lilly” tissue case
You’ll definitely want to get in on this: edward and lilly is having a giveaway! You could win your choice of these adorable hand-embroidered tissue cases. Or you could request one custom made just for you. Go to the blog … Read More ...
