Art, patterns and techniques
Needlework is an incredibly rewarding and relaxing craft, but even the most seasoned stitchers can fall into a few common traps. Whether you’re an experienced embroiderer or just starting, making mistakes is part of the journey. The good news? Most … Read More ...
Prepare to be captivated and mesmerized by a truly breathtaking video that will transport you into the enchanting world of embroidery. Created by the talented artist MIU Embroidery, this stunning embroidery landscape is a feast for the eyes and a … Read More ...
If you’ve ever used plastic canvas before, you’ll know that it’s a very versatile medium. You can make so many things with plastic canvas — from baskets to blankets, storage boxes to wall hangings and now even coasters! Plastic canvas … Read More ...
A lovely and comprehensive introduction to tatting!
With the increased popularity of lace, New Tatting is an excellent resource for getting started. Tatting is a technique for making lace that involves looping threads together with small shuttles and your fingers … Read More ...
You have got to take a look at this tutorial from We All Sew over on the Bernina blog. Written by Kate Toney, it is for making freestanding butterfly lace and it is absolutely stunning!
The detailed tutorial has step-by-step … Read More ...
Looking for a unique way to spruce up your fashion wardrobe? Tired of wearing the same jewelry every day? Why not try making your own necklace. It’s super easy with this wonderful DIY tutorial from Dear Handmade Life.
From … Read More ...
Every time I see some form of stumpwork I am blown away. I just can not wrap my head around how it works. Elizabeth at Sew in Love must have heard my cries for help because she created an easy … Read More ...
Two of my favorite crafts come together in these embroidered shrink-plastic pendants by Haley of The Zen of Making. Even better: She’s posted a step-by-step photo tutorial so we can make some, too! See the tute.… Read More ...
Russia is honoring its lacemaking tradition by featuring handmade lace on four sets of postage stamps. Each block–the full image–separates into four triangular stamps. Love it. Find out more from the Lace News post.… Read More ...
The Metro Chapter of the IOLI (Westwood, New Jersey, USA) is having a lace day and classes November 5-6. Included are an exhibition, a luncheon, and classes for all levels from children to experts. Find out more from the LaceNews… Read More ...
The 31st Annual Ithaca Lace Day and Conference will be October 7-10 in Ithaca, New York, USA. Workshops will include Traditional Milanese Lace, Armenian Knotted Lace, Traditional Binche Lace, Torchon with Fine Threads, and Introduction to Bobbin Lacemaking. Go to … Read More ...
TotusMel of Needle Tatting and Other Nonsense is sharing her technique for making this simple tatted moustache necklace. Too cute! See the tute at her Instructables post.… Read More ...
Check out the update of lace-making-related YouTube videos over on Lace News.… Read More ...
Check out Lace News: Breaking News for the International Handmade Lace Community. You’ll find alerts about worthy eBay listings, notices about events and competitions, articles about lacemaking, and more. One recent article links to Lace News’ playlist on YouTube, … Read More ...
Nikki of Nikki Lee’s RavioLee Dreams shows us how to transform lace pattern repeats into wings for crazy quilting and other applications. Her tutorial shows us ideas for butterfly wings, but I’m thinking this idea is just in time for … Read More ...
