A step by step guide to the cross stitch

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Quilting with a sewing machine isn't an impossible task since quilting and sewing machines are mostly similar. The truth is, they are both sewing machines.

Want to learn the basics of hand embroidery with an easy online workshop - totally free? Sign up for Embroidery 101 here. You'll learn how to get started, the tools and supplies you'll need, the four most basic stitches, how to transfer your pattern and how to display your work. If you already know the

Learn how to cross stitch with this easy guide.

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Hundreds of Cross stitch patterns for free, in my pattern library. Download the printable pdf charts. Quick and easy, ideal for beginners.

Sashiko Stitch Instructions for beginners A trend in embroidery: Sashiko stitching and visible mending. This ancient Japanese craft is easy to learn. It gives quick results and makes stunning textile pieces. In this tutorial we explain the basics you need to know about Sashiko stitching. We share our recommendations for Sashiko materials. You will also

Cross stitch is making a comeback among modern makers and crafters. Learning how to cross stitch is easy, and these cross stitch instructions for beginners will get you stitching in no time! What is cross stitch? Cross stitch is a form of counted thread embroidery that has been around for ages, and it is one of the eas

How to make this biscornu. You will need: Linen DMC threads or any other threads of your choice Lightweight interfacing Fray check - if desired Polyester stuffing Swarovski crystal bead or any button or bead of your choice More information regarding this biscornu can be found on my blog here Use a slip stitch, ensuring you line up the centre carefully You should have the same amount of straight stitches on each side to match up perfectly, this ensures a perfectly shaped biscornu. You are now ready to fill with stuffing, ensure you fill into the corners. The biscornu is nearly finished and should now look like this. You are now ready to put the finishing touches to your biscornu Put a couple of stitches through the centre to pull the biscornu into shape I attached the Swarovski crystal with fabric glue or you could use a small button or charm. I trimmed the other side with Swarovski crystals Your biscornu is now finished! Here is the matching pinkeep and box I made for a friend Enjoy!

The Pixelated Rose Quilt takes a beloved rose and increases the size for a large impact quilt design. The pixelated effect gives a slightly modern look to the vintage rose pattern. The Pixelated Rose Quilt is a free pattern by Riley Blake Designs and finishes at 66″ x 78″. Working in 12″ blocks keeps the […]

Cross-stitching can be a very relaxing and rewarding hobby. I have been cross-stitching for over 15 years and I want to help more people enjoy this creative pastime. The following is a beginner’s guide to cross-stitching. A New Start When...

Is your cross stitch project turning into a mess? Here are some quick, helpful tips and tricks on how to cross stitch neatly.

I love to make bookmarks – because I love to read so much, I can never have to many and I also enjoy giving them as gifts. Tucked into the perfect book, they add just the right touch. One thi…

Sashiko Stitch Instructions for beginners A trend in embroidery: Sashiko stitching and visible mending. This ancient Japanese craft is easy to learn. It gives quick results and makes stunning textile pieces. In this tutorial we explain the basics you need to know about Sashiko stitching. We share our recommendations for Sashiko materials. You will also

Во время вышивки остаются такие обрезки нитей, которые и выбросить вроде жалко и использовать в работе уже неудобно. Я говорю об остатках не по 5-9 см, а по 15-30 см длиной. Раньше никогда о таких вещах не задумывалась, пока не увидела, как умелый творческий подход может из непригодных ниточек создать интересные вещи. Предлагаю подборку классных идей по применению остатков мулине. Возможно и у Вас появится желание больше не выбрасывать обрезки. Вот, к примеру, короткими ниточками вышиты прямоугольные области, в результате чего получилась самодостаточная абстрактная композиция. Здесь обрезки гармонично вписали в ассизскую вышивку. Получилось очень здорово! Один из самых популярных способов применения - вышивка крестиком горизонтальных или вертикальных полосок. Или можно укладывать стежки гладью в хаотичном порядке. А как насчет мулине в эпоксидной смоле? По-моему, очень оригинально. А вот мастерское использование ниточек, достойное галереи. Надеюсь, Вам было интересно. Спасибо за вним

Also known as: crewel stitch, stalk stitch, point de cable Through my research, I found out that stem stitch is crewel stitch. It is one of the easiest to be done and perhaps even one of the first stitches to be taught to any beginner. But, many...

Learn the basics of Hitomezashi Sashiko also referred to as one stitch Sashiko, where all designs use the basic running stitch.

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Invisible Closing Seam. On all these cute little animals and friends that I'm making, I like to have a nice finish to them. It's much e...

These cross stitch patterns are completely inappropriate (also known as subversive cross stitch.) They have bad words in them and some have mature themes. Please only click through if you are looking for inappropriate cross stitch patterns.

Japanese Sashiko embroidery is a simple art form using a simple running stitch. Learn how to sashiko embroidery, designs & tricks.

Hundreds of Cross stitch patterns for free, in my pattern library. Download the printable pdf charts. Quick and easy, ideal for beginners.

Petit point is a style of needlepoint not often used nowadays. But really, it's not too dissimilar to cross stitch, and it can be useful for many reasons!

Years ago, I wrote a series of articles on hand embroidered writing. The articles take you step-by-step through different embroidery stitches that work well for embroidered writing. Today, we’re going to add a stitch to that list – particularly, a stitch known today as the “Quaker Stitch” because it was formulated to work as the ...

This is the easiest DIY cross-body bag sewing pattern you will find. You can easily make it from a rectangular piece of fabric.

Overcome your knit fabric anxiety and see how easy it can be to stitch with stretch with this helpful guide to sewing knits with or without a serger!

An beginner's guide to cross stitch, from picking out materials to starting your your first project. Avoid common mistakes and learn a new craft!

My studio is finally finished, with the addition of this colorful mural of a cross stitch map of the world in flowers. Here's how to make your own!

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 ...

When I first learned how to cross stitch I made all of these common cross stitch mistakes. I’m sharing them in this article in hopes that it will help you easily fix them so...

In this episode I'm talking about the things I wish I knewbefore I started cross stitching. A great post for beginners to not make the same mistakes I did.