Some tips on how to get started with free motion embroidery
Get started doing free motion stitching with a domestic sewing machine in this comprehensive video tutorial that guides you through some easy exercises.
Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …
This pattern is for the large toadstool centre piece which forms patterns 1 and 2 of the Autumn Forage quilt. The block measures 16 by 16" The quilt itself is in my usual style with raw edge applique sewn with free-motion embroidery. You don't need a fancy machine to stitch it but your machine needs to be able to do free-motion embroidery. I use raw edge techniques and the patterns are using those instructions, but you could also use needle turn techniques, but no instructions will be given. Hopefully that all makes sense, but please don't hesitate to ask if anything is unclear.
What is free motion embroidery? How long has it been around? What can you do with it? How can you get started? Read more here!
Sarah graduated in 2010 from Winchester School of Art in BA hons Textiles, Fashion and Fibre, specialising in Textile Art. She has always had a passionate interest for free hand machine embroidery …
I made a new summer flower pillow this week. Today I am sharing how to make a pillow cover with paint and free motion stitched embroidery.
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Hello everyone! I’m back today and sharing a little bit about Free Motion Applique. I’ve done some lately for a recent tour which you can read about over on my blog here, and Kennis asked me to share about FMA as it was a new-to-her skill. Just to make things fun, I’m sharing a free […]
I've been stitching some free-motion flowers for journals in progress. And thought I would share the steps for those who might be interested... The first couple of steps involve setting up your machine. As far as I know, you have...
I made a new summer flower pillow this week. Today I am sharing how to make a pillow cover with paint and free motion stitched embroidery.
PDF pattern for raw edge applique using free motion embroidery, which finishes as a 10" square. This pattern contains the templates for my whale design along with plenty of colour photographs through each step. I don't teach you how to do free motion embroidery in this pattern, other than my own hints and tips, neither do I tell you how to set your machine up for free motion embroidery but I do give you all the stages for you to make your own embroidery. My patterns are for personal use only. Please don't redistribute or make my items to sell. thank you. Any question please do ask. I also have a listing for a printed version.
Embroider with you "normal" sewing machine - no need for an expensive, special embroidery machine ^-^
I really do think you can teach yourself most things with the help of you tube videos and a pinterest board. The last few weeks have seen my interest in free motion embroidery grow. I created more …
I love a bit of free motion machine embroidery I do...
Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.
Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …
Turn just about any photo into a pattern for beautiful fabric applique art with this easy-to-follow tutorial from Little Button Diaries!
Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.
Yesterday, I practiced free motion scribble stitching around some scrappy fused flower patches. Stitching with black thread was scary, but now after stitching a dozen flowers, I think I'm getting the hang of it. I was prepared to do my practice stitching and throw away my samples, but I really like them. So next week, I'll make them up into little zippered pencil cases. Stay tuned. Want to try it yourself? Here's a link with some tips.
Discover the beauty and versatility of raw edge appliqué with this comprehensive guide. Learn about the tools and materials you'll need and essential techniques for creating intricate designs.
As promised I have another tutorial for this week. This one builds on the hot air balloon from a few weeks ago by showing you how I st...
Learn how to use baking paper as an aid for your free-motion quilting. Tutorial includes instructions on how to quilt a stylised flower motif suitable for square blocks. Free downloadable template provided.
This dramatic artwork is an original free motion embroidery and using up-cycled fabrics. It shows a plants in the foreground, with layers of colour leading to hills in the background. Artwork measures approx 10 x 19.5cm and is backed. Mount measures 11 x 22 with the opening measuring 7.5 x 18....More This dramatic artwork is an original free motion embroidery and using up-cycled fabrics. It shows a plants in the foreground, with layers of colour leading t...More
How to Free Motion Quilt Series. Basic motion and thread tensioning. With video
When you hear “free motion quilting”, what thoughts immediately pop into your mind? Does the thought of free motion quilting (FMQ) fill you with joy, or terror, or somewhere in between? As I’ve been s
Unlock Your Creative Potential! Be your own expert at thread sketching, thread painting and artful appliqué. Use these tutorials to learn how to get started in creative free motion stitching and art quilting, and take your work to a new level. Begin an exhilarating journey into the world of thread sketching and thread painting –
