i love the summer friendship bracelet trend that i keep seeing in blog land, so i thought it would be fun to share with you another way t...
If you’re a hand embroiderer, a quilter, a textile artist, or a crafter, you’ve probably run into situations where you could add words, text, and lettering to your projects. Hand embroidery is an excellent way to personalize gifts, household objects, momentos, quilts, journal covers – just about anything! Writing with your needle and thread can ...
Be inspired to up your embroidery skills with these 10 amazing embroidery designs! Whether you’re an expert or beginner, you can’t deny the craftsmanship in these embroidery designs.
Learn how to sew an easy but beautiful manipulated-ribbon trim that can be used in a variety of applications!
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
This tutorial shows you how to make a cute stumpwork snail. Stumpwork is an embroidery technique where the design is raised, which would add nice texture to your work.
A simple, step-by-step tutorial for satin stitch. This common stitch used for filling shapes adds big splashes of color and the end result is a shiny, smooth raised surface that looks like satin.
Stem stitch is a beautiful rope-like hand embroidery stitch that works great for writing with a needle and thread. There are two real difficulties with stem stitch: stitch direction and curves. I’ll try to eliminate both of those difficulties in this tutorial. Before venturing into the tutorial, you might want to take a look at ...
Securing thread on the backside can't be avoided in hand embroidery. These tips will help you to end embroidery stitches in a safe way.
kit for Stencil, embrodiery and beading fun Embroiderers Guild Workshop. Includes: bugle beads, beads, ribbons, wool, embroidery thread, sewing thread, sequins and 2 needles including a beading needle.
Such a lovely set of Christmas themed fabric and goodies, presented in an A4 box, perfect for slow stitching a Christmas scene, table mats/runner and of course your Christmas imagination... Every box is lovingly put together with a beautiful selection of high quality fabrics, embellishments, embroidery threads, ribbon, lace, buttons and lots lots more… I love putting these boxes together so take great care to co-ordinate all the contents in every box. The box will contain everything you need to get started on your project, whether you are just starting out, or, are an experienced needleworker.. Unlike many boxes available on the market, the box you are viewing, is the actual box you will receive, but, if you can’t see exactly what you’re searching for, or, if you have a specific colour scheme in mind, please feel free to drop me a message and we can come up with something especially for you… There are of course no instructions accompanying your box, this unique, inspiring collection, deserves your unique touch and ideas to create your own piece of cherished textile art. The perfect gift for everyone including yourself…. This kit contains: A mix of lovely Christmas themed fabrics with lots of co-ordinating mixed coloured fabrics Lace and various braids Ribbon Buttons Needle threader/needles/pins Embroidery thread and lots and lots of lovely extras Each box set is wrapped in tissue and presented in a sturdy box and tied with a ribbon. They are of course the perfect creative gift at any time of year but also for yourself. Box Number A4 35a
This comprehensive post about painting with thread will teach you everything you need to know to make more realistic embroidery art...
Do you have no clue how to attach your embroidery thread to the fabric? Here are 3 ways to begin and end your embroidery thread.
These genius ways to organize craft supplies come in handy for cleaning up your craft room or studio. Lots of budget friendly options!
SULKY-Sliver Metallic Thread. This thread is a ribbon-like metallic polyester film that features aluminum to make it brilliantly reflective and it is great for sewing machines, sergers and handwork. Works best on a vertical spool pin and a 80/85 14 needle (embroidery or top stitching). This package contains one 250yd spool. Available in a vast array of colors: each sold separately. Imported.
Isn’t it amazing what you can do with a needle and thread? There are so many possibilities to use these simple tools. Tools that did not change much during the […]
A simple gros grain bow holder available in three different colors (Pink, Blue and Lavender) is the perfect way to organize your girl's hair bows. It's made with grosgrain ribbon that is approximatively 2.36"(60mm) wide and about 28" (72cm) long (from top of the bow to bottom of ribbon). The bow on the top is not removable, it is sewn with thread. Washable at low temperature.The price is for one bow holder, hair bows are not included.
So - one of the very first videos I made showed how to tie a knot in your thread, for sewing or embroidery. A reader recently asked me how I knot off the thread on the back of my embroidery. Good question! Here's the answer. That's the back side of my Firefly Tree embroidery pattern
Today, just a quick little stitch tip to start your week off – and hopefully to make your embroidery quicker and easier! Last week, we talked about the back of embroidery projects and I shared three tips to help you keep the back neat when it matters. Among those tips, we looked at how to ...
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
Stem Stitch is my favorite hand embroidery stitch, because it is so versatile and so attractive. The poor stem stitch doesn’t get the attention it is due, in my opinion – most folks tend to stitch lines today using backstitch, running stitch, and chain stitch, more than they do with stem stitch. But stem stitch ...
Working in the style of Japanese Boro mending with upcycled patches, I created a large visible mend that becomes the focal point of this thrifted denim shirt, thereby highlighting its age, worn nat…
Working the chin on my little red fox is proving a little difficult! Find out why, and have a look at my progress on this little guy.
A couple months ago, in the Stitch Play series, we looked at the raised stem stitch and then at the Super Duper Raised Stem Stitch (Casalguidi embroidery). Well, here’s a video tutorial for the raised stem stitch, which is a relatively quick and simple way to add dimension and texture to your embroidery. The nice ...
I have found that there are several different techniques and stitches in silk ribbon embroidery that are common to creating many different flowers, baskets, etc. Therefore, I have created a guide for distribution to my students during my silk ribbon classes. Why not share it? So, here you are...if you are needing just some basic guidelines...that are free...you are welcome to print the guide out. You are also welcome to save a copy of the pdf formatted file on your computer. What you are not allowed to do is SALE or ALTER the guide in any way. Teachers are welcome to copy the guide for use in their own silk ribbon classes. No need for special permission, as I have just given that to you and the copyright on each page indicates it is mine. The illustrations are in color, but the guide prints just fine for black/white too. Please do not pass these illustrations and instructions off as your own...they took me days to draw and get written. (Sadly, there are folks who think this is okay...so I have to say this.) And...while I would appreciate you're sharing about my blog...it is not required that you do that in order to use the guide. Follow this link to download the Adobe PDF File: LINK Please let me know if you enjoy it...and perhaps there will be enough incentive to create more freebies like this one. Hugs, Kathy
White ABC pouch Pouch for storing jewelry, threads or decoration..... Bag size approximately 22 * 12.5cm Natural linen fabrics, white DMC embroidery threads, cotton fabrics with small flowers on a white background, bird charms, white muslin ribbon with pearls at the end to close the bag, white lace; cotton fabrics with small flowers on a white background on the inside, silver snap button on the inside to close the pouch, on the back of the pouch small cross stitch embroidery in white DMC For more information, do not hesitate to contact me
Anyone can learn to embroider! This tutorial teaches you the fundamentals with four basic embroidery stitches - running, back, split & stem.
Let's continue learning how to stitch dimensional flowers! This time we will take a look at cast-on stitch and how to use it to work pretty floral motifs. First of all, cast-on stitch is quite similar to bullion knot both in way of working (well, just to some extent) and in ways of using. So, if you don't know yet what is a bullion knot and how to work it, I recommend checking the linked post. By the way, choosing a needle is one more reason why cast-on stitch and bullion knot can be considered distant cousins. As you know, bullion knot requires using Milliners needle, or a needle remotely similar (yes, there are suitable ones, I've used some) with a long thin shaft and narrow eye. The same goes for cast-on stitch. Although the loops aren't wrapped around the shaft as tightly as in the case with bullion knot, still, Milliners needle or its substitutes will serve greatly to make the process as smooth as possible. Today we will learn how to work cast-on stitch and see two ways of making flowers with its help. Cast-on stitch tutorial So, first, you need to make a stitch from one point to another, the distance between these points determining the length of the stitch. Then bring the needle up in the same hole from where it first emerged (or the one next to it if it is hard to bring the needle up without catching the thread with your needle's tip). Actually, in some tutorials, you will see the needle lying on the surface of the fabric, but I find it easier when it stands upright. Now the trickiest part of the whole process. Making a loop. For that, bring your finger under the working thread and then make a rolling motion, bringing the fingertip down. When you do that, the working thread stays wrapped around the finger, forming the loop. Unfortunately, I couldn't take the picture of the movement as one of the hands was occupied by the camera. But here is a nice youtube tutorial: video tutorial. Basically, this is the essential part of the process. If your cast-on stitch doesn't work, you might be doing something wrong in this step. So be careful! 1. The loop around your finger will look like that. Look closely how the thread crosses there. 2. Now slide the loop down the needle's shaft. 3. Pull the thread, so that the loop sits on the shaft comfortable and cozy. 4. Then add as many loops as you need on top of each other. The number of loops can be different, depending on the shape of the final stitch you want to achieve. Fortunately, if you work the stitch with the needle standing upright – you don't really need to count the loops. Just bend the needle down a little and compare if it fits the length of the stitch. The more loops you cast on the needle, the more arched will be the stitch. 5. When you decide that the number of loops is enough, pull the needle through them. 6. And anchor your stitch at the ending point of the stitch. Here is the final look of the cast-on stitch. A couple of tips: In step 4 you can notice the forming of a rib, which is also most likely to start spiraling. This is not very good. I mean, it is not really harmful for the stitch per se, but if you pull the thread before adjusting the rib in one straight line, you will have some trouble with fixing the stitch and giving it a proper look. So, remember: before pulling the needle through, adjust the loops so that the rib is one straight line. You might notice that sometimes the rib of the cast-on stitch is a little wavy, and sometimes it is absolutely even. The “wavy” thingy happens when some loops have a larger gap between each other than the other ones. I caught an example so look at the picture below. This gap makes results in the “wave”. If you don't want any waves you need to adjust every loop, making sure all of them sit evenly on the shaft. And if you like this wavy effect, you can allow yourself to be sloppier when casting the loops and not mind the difference in the gaps. The arrow shows you the gap between the stitches that results in a little wave in the final stitch. Also, note how the rib forms a straight line here. Now, if you cut the distance between the starting and ending points of the stitch but keep the higher number of loops... You will get a very arched tiny stitch. Doesn't it remind you of a flower petal? Add a couple more and get a pretty flower :) Cast-on stitch rose And now the star of this post: the gorgeous cast-on stitch rose! 1. Outline the shape of your future rose and divide the circle into 5 parts. The first stitch will start at the point 1 and end at point 3. Note that you need to skip one point! 2. The next stitch, or petal, starts at point 2 and ends at point 4. Note that the start of the stitch is situated inside the curve of the previous stitch, somewhere in the middle of it. 3. The last petal starts at point 5 and ends at point 1, behind the first stitch. If needed, you can bend the first stitch a little to open more space. 4. For the next “level” you can use 4 points like the ends of a square. Again, as you stitch, skip one point every time, and start the petals in the middle of the curve of the previous one. 5. The four points strategy creates a very pretty spiral! 6. You can fill the small space in the center with tiny arcs of cast-on stitch, like I demonstrated before. That's all! Hope you enjoyed and will try to incorporate this stitch in your next project :) And we are going to learn one more stitch for a dimensional flower this week. I wonder if you can guess which one? 🤔
Amigurumi free patterns... You can find interesting ideas, tutorials and crochet tutorials about amigurumi cat here. Lots of amigurumi free crochet patterns are waiting for you.
Laid work is a great way of quickly creating a solid fill for a large area of your embroidery. Read on for tips and inspiration.
Colonial knots are so versatile and I use them a lot in my embroidery. They look great in clusters of knots. But at the same time can add delicate details as single knots to all type of designs such as flower centres or to dot your I’s. Finishing and securing your Colonial Knot. If you
Learn how to embroider hair! This article shows you 3 methods to create a wild mane for portraits and other hairy endeavours.
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