Learn how to do the basket weave embroidery stitch + learn how to embroider a floral basket using this fun embroidery stitch.
Hey guys! This post is for those of you who want to try weaving on a circle loom, but you are not in the market for yet another loom. I get it, if I could I'd have 100 different looms, but that's not happening anytime soon. So a more affordable option is to use an
Learn the Secret to Weaving in the Ends perfectly! They will not come undone. I teach you 2 different ways easily & quickly in a video tutorial.
Tablet weaving is fraught with trapdoors, little mistakes that are easy to make. This pre-weaving checklist may keep you from falling into one.
You might remember that, last autumn, I was fiddling around a bit with some fun needle woven fillings that can be used to add color, texture, and pattern to large areas of embroidery. Needle weaving is pretty much just weaving embroidery thread on the surface of fabric. In concept, it’s not too complicated. But the ...
Japanese embroidery ideas and techniques to try something a little different and learn about a different culture.
Introduction: An hour or two after I put up the last post on mending, I got a phone call from New York. My friend Alice is a retired textile conservator. We were good friends when I lived in the We…
Japanese embroidery ideas and techniques to try something a little different and learn about a different culture.
This project is perfect for a child just getting into stitching. Teach Kids Art shows you the simple pattern and how-to! A fun little sewing project for kids of all ages, You can purchase Burlap h…
SKEINS: 12 skeins of Worsted Twist SIZE: 20 inches wide x 90 inches long COLORS: MC Heirloom White (5), CC1 Artemesia (3), CC2 Steel Blue (2), CC3 Timeless Navy (1), CC4 Dark Loam (1) NOTE: This project uses one or more yarns or colors which are no longer available. See post for substitutions.
Discover Beautiful hand embroidery designs for cushion covers that bring elegance and personality to your home decor. Explore traditional techniques like crewel and sashiko embroidery.
Soak it all up... every ounce of it! These colors just feel good! The more, the merrier! Ahh... ...
Yarn embroidery on chunky sweaters is all the rage. Learn how it's done using Sulky Stick 'n Stitch Stabilizer and thick yarn.
Named after her maternal grandparents, Gabriela is the textile artist behind Ofelia & Antelmo, a proposal based on two joint formats: Textile art and Wearable Art. Its visual approach is the result of the exploration of organic textures by the repetition of patterns that invites the viewer t
Ever since I began experimenting with waves in my weavings, I can’t seem to get enough of them. I love the fluidity and beauty that curves can create. So today, I’m popping in to share 5 wavy weaving techniques that you can add to your own weaving projects. Fun and quirky, waves are a great way to jazz up your weaving repertoire. (If you are brand new to weaving, don’t worry, I’ve got you covered with several links to tutorials that will help you along the way). Some of the techniques I’m sharing today are new on the blog. And I’ll show you exactly how I did them. Others, I’ve shared elsewhere. In these cases, I’ll refer directly to the post where I’ve provided a step-by-step tutorial. Either way, you’ll be learning how to create each and every technique. Let’s get started! MATERIALS loom (see how to DIY your own here) white cotton yarn (for your vertical/warp thread) yarn varieties of your choice (for your horizontal weave) bent weaving needle long weaving needle (like this 5-inch one) scissors For some variety, I added the items below, but they are totally optional: natural wooden beads copper nuts lace ribbon 5 WAVY […]
Here are 9 of my go-to hand embroidery stitches for filling in spaces, step-by-step instructions, and examples.
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My goal for this blog is to share my knowledge about weaving. It's an art form that I love so much and when I first wanted to try weaving there weren't too many resources on it. So as I researched and tried new things I took the time to document what I was doing with
A glimpse into Konekono Kitsune’s workspace in Tokyo likely resembles a farmer’s market stand more than a fiber studio. Using countless layers of thread and the occasional felt base, the artist stitches curly kale, collard greens, and other fare that bear a striking likeness to their real-life counterparts: dense tufts in green form broccoli florets,Continue reading "Fibrous Kale, Broccoli, and Beans Grow From Incredibly Realistic Three-Dimensional Embroideries"
Mary Corbet of Needle ‘n’ Thread walks us through the basics of pattern darning. Imagine the pretty set of linen handtowels with pattern-darning borders you could whip up for a last-min…
I'm going to call this technique doodle weaving, because there is no planned shape. Just the fun of doodling in different colors! I really love weaving like this, because it can be very creatively freeing. There is no special technique to this. Each color I wove with the plain weave and I'm sure a lot
Learn how to finish a weaving wall hanging and tapestry. Learn weaving finishing techniques to secure the warp ends of your weaving.
19 dazzling velvet embroidery ideas for all of your design ideas and to inspire your inner detailed designer.
Add custom colors and embroidery to your hand or store-bought knits--and cover up colorwork or striping mistakes while you're at it--with this handy duplicate stitch tutorial!
How to do back stitch in 4 simple steps
Introduction: An hour or two after I put up the last post on mending, I got a phone call from New York. My friend Alice is a retired textile conservator. We were good friends when I lived in the We…
Pile weave pattern is used to create loops of yarn on the loom. It creates texture and visual interest on the loom.
Lee and I are back to show you the next method we have for stitching leaves! The Lazy Daisy Stem Your initial drawing will be a long line as above with loops coming off the line, I like to make my …
French knot embroidery stitches are a versatile and beautiful option for hand embroidery. Whether you’re a seasoned embroidery artist or just starting out, the French knot is an easy stitch t…
Master all the basic weaving techniques with our library of weaving techniques by expert Lucy Rowan. Learn how to weave today with Gathered!
Come learn how to sew a zipper pouch. This simple step-by-step tutorial for a DIY Zipper Pouch will help you make one in no time.
