Thinking about trying punch needle? Save yourself some frustration with these tips you NEED before you try it! + Free Printable Patterns! Get started off right!
Detailed tutorial on how to make beautiful rag rug with easy DIY t-shirt yarn & weave boho farmhouse rag rugs on cardboard or hula hoop loom!
A tutorial on how to make fabric from scrap threads and use your orts. Using wash away stabiliser or dissolvable fabric you can create a new fabric.
Hello, how are you today? Welcome to our blog About Knitting. We hope you are very well and looking forward to a new Free Knitting Pattern or Tutorial. Today we want to share with you
Most fabrics are made my knitting or weaving yarn, although non woven fabric is made by bonding or felting fibres together. A fabrics properties, appearance and end use can be affected by the way i…
MATERIALS: To sew with kindergarteners all you need are blunt tipped needles (found in the needlepoint section), burlap fabric, yarn and a marker to write the first initial of the student on the burlap. I used a paint pen to write the letter in white on the dark brown burlap. I double threaded the needles […]
Thinking about trying punch needle? Save yourself some frustration with these tips you NEED before you try it! + Free Printable Patterns! Get started off right!
Saving sewing scraps for a rainy day? Check out this brilliant tutorial for making your own scrap fabric twine!
The Amess Tee is worked bottom up. The body is worked in the round until you reach the sleeve. Then it is worked in front and back panels, leaving holes for the arms and seaming at the shoulders to complete the Tee. The length for the body is completely customizable. Amess Tee is made with DK cotton yarn and is reversible so you have 2 looks in one garment! SIZE: It comes in 9 sizes from 36” bust to 68” bust, with 2” positive ease. PATTERN & DESIGN: This listing is for a copy of the pattern only, in digital PDF file format. Pattern is written in English SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate MATERIALS: Knitting needles – Size 9US 5.5mm circular needles Yarn – Kindred DK by Knit Picks (approx. 450/535/585/636/687/738/789/840/890 yds) Stitch Markers Tapestry needle Scissors Sizes 6-9 have not been tested. FOLLOW ALONG: Please follow along on Instagram @pacificknotco and tag #pacificknot and #Amesstee for your work to be featured. I would love to see your finished work! COPYRIGHT: All patterns and photographs are the property of Pacific Knot and are purchased under the agreement that the patterns and photographs cannot be distributed, copied in part or in whole, re-written, or re-sold without permission. All pattern files are copyrighted and are the property of Pacific Knot. All finished items made from Pacific Knot patterns may be used for local sales and sold online.
Say goodbye to those annoying tiny t-shirt holes with this quick and easy repair!
Looking for the best fabric to use with your punch needle? Look no further! I'll show you which fabrics work with which type of punch needle, and which ones to avoid.
This week, we decided we had to add an oversized style to our free pattern collection! Enter the Veronica Blouse Free Sewing Pattern. Our delightful new
If you're a DIYer like me and looking to add a touch of personalization to your living space, then following this list of DIY tapestry ideas will surely
Free motion embroidery creates a lot of scrap threads. I don’t throw them out and incorporate them in my art work. Here are a few tips on how to reuse them.
Have you been wanting to learn how to do punch needle embroidery? In this Punch Needle for Beginners Tutorial, you'll learn everything you need to know to get started with punch needle today!
Shirring fabric with elastic thread creates lovely gathering. Find out how to sew with elastic thread with this DIY video.
DANSK Ingas jakke er en smuk og klassisk hæklet jakke. Jakken er lettere oversize og med 3/4 ærmer og kan hækles med eller uden lommer. Jakken hækles oppefra og ned i et enkelt mønster bestående af skiftevis 1 stangmaske under fastmasken på forrige række og en fastmaske på rækken. Strukturen kommer af, at mønsteret forskydes på hver anden række. Da jakken hækles oppefra og ned giver det mulighed for at prøve den undervejs og evt. tilpasse målene. Bemærk dog, at det angivne garnforbrug kun passer, hvis de angivne mål overholdes. Ingas jakke er hæklet i Snefnug natur fra CaMaRose.dk. Et blødt, luftigt og fyldigt garn som består af ufarvede alpaka fibre, merinould og økologisk bomuld. Jakken kan også hækles i Snefnug fra CaMaRose.dk, som findes i mange smukke farver. Størrelse: XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL. Jakkens konstruktion og pasform: Jakken er en lettere oversize, med brede ¾ ærmer. Mervidden i brystet er 10-15 cm. Sådan finder du den rigtige størrelse: Mål dig om brystet det bredeste sted og læg 10-15 cm til målet. Find målet nedenfor under Jakkens færdige brystmål. Jakkens færdige brystmål: 90 (97) 107 (113) 120 (127) 140 cm. Jakkens færdige længde: 74 (75) 76 (77) 78 (79) 80 cm. cm. Garn: Snefnug natur fra CaMaRose.dk. Garnalternativ: Snefnug fra CaMaRose.dk. Vejledende garnforbrug uden lommer: Farve 1: 6 (7) 7 (8) 8 (9) 10 nøgler Snefnug natur, Nøddebrun (7104). Farve 2: 6 (7) 7 (8) 8 (9) 10 nøgler Snefnug natur, Creme (7141). Garn til hækleprøve er indberegnet i forbruget! Vejledende garnforbrug med lommer: Farve 1: 7 (7) 8 (8) 9 (9) 10 nøgler Snefnug natur, Mørkegrøn (7885). Farve 2: 7 (7) 8 (8) 9 (9) 10 nøgler Snefnug natur, Creme (7141). Garn til hækleprøve er indberegnet i forbruget! Vejledende hæklenål: nr. 6. Hæklefasthed: 12 masker x 14 rækker i mønster pr målt 10 cm på nål nr. 6. Det anbefales ALTID at hækle en hækleprøve, før man går i gang med arbejdet! ENGLISH Inga’s jacket is a beautiful and classic crocheted jacket. The jacket is slightly oversize and with 3/4 sleeves, and can be worked with or without pockets. The jacket is crocheted top-down in a simple pattern consisting of alternately 1dc/tr below the sc/dc of the previous row and a sc/dc on the row. The structure is gained by displacing the pattern on every second row. Because the jacket is crocheted top-down, you can try it along the way and maybe adjust the measurements. However, the stated yarn requirement is only correct if the stated measurements are met. Inga’s jacket is crocheted in Snefnug natur from CaMaRose.dk. A soft, airy and full-bodied yarn, made of uncoloured alpaca fibers, merino wool and organic cotton. The jacket can also be crocheted in Snefnug from CaMaRose.dk, that comes in many beautiful colours. Sizes: XS (S) M (L) XL (2XL) 3XL. Construction and fit of the jacket: The jacket is slightly oversize, with wide ¾ sleeves. The jacket has a positive ease on 10-15 cm around the bust. How to find the right size: Measure yourself, at the widest place, around the bust and add 10-15 cm to your measurement. Find the right measurement below, under Finished bust circumference. Finished bust circumference: 90 (97) 107 (113) 120 (127) 140 cm. Finished length: 74 (75) 76 (77) 78 (79) 80 cm. Yarn: Snefnug natur from CaMaRose.dk. Yarn alternative: Snefnug from CaMaRose.dk. Yarn requirement without pockets: Colour 1: 6 (7) 7 (8) 8 (9) 10 skeins of Snefnug natur, Nøddebrun (7104). Colour 2: 6 (7) 7 (8) 8 (9) 10 skeins of Snefnug natur, Creme (7141). Yarn for the swatch is included in the yarn requirement! Yarn requirement with pockets: Colour 1: 7 (7) 8 (8) 9 (9) 10 skeins of Snefnug natur, Mørkegrøn (7885). Colour 2: 7 (7) 8 (8) 9 (9) 10 skeins of Snefnug natur, Creme (7141). Yarn for the swatch is included in the yarn requirement! Suggested crochet hook size: 6 mm. Crochet gauge: 12 sts x 14 rows per 10 cm in pattern with a 6 mm crochet hook. Before starting the work, making a swatch is ALWAYS recommended, to ensure that you are using the needle size, that will give you the right fit!
You can’t get much more classic than this black and white Shepherds check cotton twill fabric! A simple woven checkered pattern portraying a quarter-inch gingham in variances of black decorates the white cotton base of this fabric. A soft hand, with a malleable drape, make this fabric ideal for the cooler weather months. Boasting a lightweight construction that is perfect for fashioning blouses, dresses, loungewear, quilts, and more! *Remember to allow extra yardage for pattern matching. Yarn Dyed = Reversible! This lightweight cotton shirting fabric features a yarn-dyed plaid design in black and ivory. Yarn-dyed means that you can use both sides of the fabric. Create all manner of fashion accessories for you and your home. Scarves, napkins and table runners- even pillows and pajamas galore! This listing is sold per half yard. Select qty: 1 for 1/2 yard, qty: 2 for 1 yard, qty: 3 for 1 1/2 yards, etc. Multiple yards of fabric will be cut in one continuous length. Fabric orders cannot be returned as they are cut to order so please double check your order before checking out. Supplier: Robert Kaufman Designer: Sevenberry Collection: Sevenberry: Classic Plaid Twill SKU: SB-13110D13-188 PEPPER Fiber Content: 100% Cotton Weave: Plain Width: 57” Horizontal Repeat: 0.5" Vertical Repeat: 0.5" Squares are .25". Weight: 4.9 oz/ Yard Care: Machine Wash Cold, Tumble Dry Low Increase the longevity of your fabrics by hand washing, or on a gentle cycle in cold water with like colors using a fragrance free, non-chlorinated detergent. Dry your fabric on a low/medium cycle or line-dry. Add Gutermann Thread To Match: https://etsy.me/3HWz6Dy To see more cozy flannels and woolens, click here: https://etsy.me/2ZD0FzL For sewing tools and notions: https://etsy.me/3mBcSyl
Depuis maintenant un an, je m'applique à avoir une garde-robe minimaliste, écologique et éthique au contenu vraiment réfléchi. J'ai procédé par étapes : d'abord le tri - j'en avais d'ailleurs profité pour faire le tri de tout notre appartement, emportée par mon élan, puis la phase de réflexion, puis la finalisation la garde-robe avec les achats
This crochet tutorial shows how to make the royal ridge stitch step-by-step. The tutorial includes detailed photo instructions.
Learn how to do punch needle with yarn the easy way in this step by step tutorial! Includes video tutorial and written instructions.
Finish your hand embroidery piece with edge stitching with this tutorial. This sewing technique is a beautiful way to display your art.
Gathering fabric is beautiful, but it is also time-consuming. In this article, you will learn the easiest and fastest way to gather fabric. Any kind of it!
Hemp fabric is a type of textile that is made using fibers from the stalks of the Cannabis sativa plant. This plant has been recognized as a source of extraordinarily tensile and durable textile fibers for millennia, but the psychoactive qualities of Cannabis sativa have recently made it harder for farmers to produce this immensely beneficial crop.
You can’t get much more classic than this black and white Shepherds check cotton twill fabric! A simple woven checkered pattern portraying a quarter-inch gingham in variances of black decorates the white cotton base of this fabric. A soft hand, with a malleable drape, make this fabric ideal for the cooler weather months. Boasting a lightweight construction that is perfect for fashioning blouses, dresses, loungewear, quilts, and more! *Remember to allow extra yardage for pattern matching. Yarn Dyed = Reversible! This lightweight cotton shirting fabric features a yarn-dyed plaid design in black and ivory. Yarn-dyed means that you can use both sides of the fabric. Create all manner of fashion accessories for you and your home. Scarves, napkins and table runners- even pillows and pajamas galore! This listing is sold per half yard. Select qty: 1 for 1/2 yard, qty: 2 for 1 yard, qty: 3 for 1 1/2 yards, etc. Multiple yards of fabric will be cut in one continuous length. Fabric orders cannot be returned as they are cut to order so please double check your order before checking out. Supplier: Robert Kaufman Designer: Sevenberry Collection: Sevenberry: Classic Plaid Twill SKU: SB-13110D13-188 PEPPER Fiber Content: 100% Cotton Weave: Plain Width: 57” Horizontal Repeat: 0.5" Vertical Repeat: 0.5" Squares are .25". Weight: 4.9 oz/ Yard Care: Machine Wash Cold, Tumble Dry Low Increase the longevity of your fabrics by hand washing, or on a gentle cycle in cold water with like colors using a fragrance free, non-chlorinated detergent. Dry your fabric on a low/medium cycle or line-dry. Add Gutermann Thread To Match: https://etsy.me/3HWz6Dy To see more cozy flannels and woolens, click here: https://etsy.me/2ZD0FzL For sewing tools and notions: https://etsy.me/3mBcSyl
Patterns we might typically associate with childhood—the plaid vinyl lawn chairs of family barbecues, thick pink, brown, and white stripes of Neapolitan ice cream, and the simple ruled markings on notebook paper—become vibrant woven tapestries in the hands of artist Susie Taylor. Nostalgic in aesthetic and vivid in color palette, the Bay Area artist and textile designer interlaces cotton and linen threads to create flat weaves that appear almost three-dimensional in complexity, with the mathematically-inclined motifs and subtle shifts in color embedded within the pieces themselves. More
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 […]
Français (English below) Concha est un top tout simple tricoté avec un motif minimalist qui forme des lignes verticales pour donner un peu de texture. Il se tricote en rond du bas vers le haut, on vient ensuite former une encolure carrée sur le devant et plus arrondie sur le dos. À la fin, on crochète une bordure festonnée pour donner un côté romantique et vintage au top. Laine « Lino » de Lang yarn, coloris 784.0118 Composition : 100% Lin Métrage : 50g = 110m Échantillon 20,5 m x 36 rangs pour 10 cm. En jersey avec des aiguilles de 4 mm, bloqué. Ajuster votre taille d’aiguilles pour obtenir le bon échantillon. Attention, le fil Lino de Lang yarn se détend beaucoup au blocage. C’est souvent le cas pour les fils en fibre végétale. Aiguilles et mercerie • Des aiguilles circulaires de 4 mm ou la taille adéquate pour obtenir l’échantillon. • Un crochet de 3mm pour la bordure. • Une aiguille à tapisserie. • Un compte rang. • Des bouts de laine pour mettre les mailles en attente. Tailles et métrage Taille 1 : 71 - 76 cm –– Métrage : 326 m / 357 yd Taille 2 : 81 - 86 cm –– Métrage : 385 m / 421 yd Taille 3 : 91.5 - 96.5 cm –– Métrage : 420 m / 459 yd Taille 4 : 101.5 - 106.5 cm –– Métrage : 526 m / 575 yd Taille 5 : 111.5 - 117 cm –– Métrage : 642 m / 702 yd Taille 6 : 122 - 127 cm –– Métrage : 858 m / 938 yd Taille 7 : 132 - 137 cm –– Métrage : 957 m / 1047 yd Taille 8 : 142 - 147 cm –– Métrage : 1186 m / 1297 yd Taille 9 : 152 - 158 cm –– Métrage : 1355 m / 1482 yd Difficultés Ce patron est prévu pour être accessible aux plus débutant. Aucune technique de tricot particulière n’est utilisée. Bordure en crochet : Une vidéo est associée au patron pour que vous puissiez crocheter cette bordure facilement même si vous ne connaissez pas les termes de crochet. ENG Concha is a simple top knitted with a minimalist pattern that creates vertical lines to add texture. It is knitted from the bottom up, and then a square neckline is formed at the front, and a rounder neckline at the back. Finally, a scalloped border is crocheted to give the top a romantic and vintage touch. Yarn “ Lino ” by Lang yarn, color 784.0118 Composition: 100% Linen Yardage: 50g = 110m Gauge 20.5 stitches x 36 rows for 10 cm. In stockinette stitch with 4 mm needles, blocked. Adjust your needle size to achieve the correct gauge. Please note that Lang Yarns’ Lino yarn tends to relax significantly during blocking. This is often the case for plant based yarns. Notions • 4 mm (US6) circular needles or the appropriate size to obtain the sample. • A 3mm hook for the border. • A tapestry needle. • A row counter. • Pieces of yarn to put the stitches on hold. Sizing and yardage Size 1 : 71 - 76 cm –– Yardage : 326 m / 357 yd Size 2 : 81 - 86 cm –– Yardage : 385 m / 421 yd Size 3 : 91.5 - 96.5 cm –– Yardage : 420 m / 459 yd Size 4 : 101.5 - 106.5 cm –– Yardage : 526 m / 575 yd Size 5 : 111.5 - 117 cm –– Yardage : 642 m / 702 yd Size 6 : 122 - 127 cm –– Yardage : 858 m / 938 yd Size 7 : 132 - 137 cm –– Yardage : 957 m / 1047 yd Size 8 : 142 - 147 cm –– Yardage : 1186 m / 1297 yd Size 9 : 152 - 158 cm –– Yardage : 1355 m / 1482 yd Difficulties This pattern is designed to be accessible to beginners. No particular knitting technique is used. Crochet border: A video is associated with the pattern so that you can crochet this border easily even if you do not know the terms of crochet.
First things first, before you dive into your embroidery project, I’d like to show you how you can start and finish your embroidery thread to secure it. Traditionally using knots to start and finish your embroidery thread is a big no-no. And there are several reasons for this. Firstly the knot can show through your
