Google the phrase "Wisteria Dye" and you will get a lot of images of things like tee shirts and yarn and ribbon in gorgeous pinky-lavender colors...like

Dyeing wool is an art in itself, worthy of all the time you would like to give it. The more you dye, the more predictable the results can be. But what if you are going for unpredictability? Dyeing …

Check out my review of Eloflex thread - a stretchable thread that can be used in a regular sewing machine with just a regular straight stitch function.

You love to create, but... You long for time to do the things you love like quilting, sewing and crafting, but can't seem to squeeze in a moment here or there to start a

Have you ever heard of plushwork embroidery? It is also called chenille work or Amish stumpwork. I had never heard of this technique befo...

At the last meeting of the Embroiderers' Guild, I was given a little project to take home. It was several candlewicking pieces that required only Colonial Knots. I had never heard of that before, so I learned it and now I'll show you! : ) So welcome back to another edition of 'Saturday Stitches' where you watch me teach myself to embroider! you can see all posts by clicking on 'Tutorials' at the very top of my blog A Colonial Knot is a little different that a French Knot. It doesn't make that little doughnut. It makes a good tied knot but wrapping the needle in a figure eight. Check it out... bring the needle up, and then lie the tip over and under the thread like that... Take the working thread and put it across the tip of the needle and then tuck it under again. put the needle back into the cloth, close to where you first came up Pull to tighten the knot a bit and then take the needle right through to the bottom. And there you have it! It's pretty easy. They sure look lumpy and knotty compared the the French Knot. They would work great as pebbles in a small landscape I bet. hmm.... Have a great weekend!

EN Summary: Today I have for you the Portuguese/ English translation of an excellent article written by the professional Couturier/Tai...

I copied the pattern from a really cute cotton top I bought in San Miguel but cut it out of beige linen and tie-dyed it in a warm brown color. After I finished it this morning I decided to add some stitched details with turquoise and red embroidery floss.

I’ve always been in awe of teachers. The idea of standing in front of a room of young people and trying to get them to learn gives me heart palpitations. But I also get how fulfilling and rewarding it can be. I’ve been lucky enough to teach a range of workshops in the past 10 […]

Tips and tricks to sewing neoprene at home. You'll learn which needle, presser foot, and easy ways to make assembling your sewing pattern...

Master how to use a serger before your next project by watching this instructional video and you can use it in more fun and creative ways.

A list of simple embroidery patterns for kids to stitch - click through and see all the fun designs that kids will want to embroider!

This was my first attempt so I don't claim to be a fabric dyeing expert, but I'm sharing a few do's and don't I experienced that may help you on your first try. The good new is, apparently you don't have to be any sort of expert to get impressive results. :)

We are obsessed with dyeing fabrics. Today we are delighted to partner with method in their #fearnomess campaign with a DIY Natural Fabric Dye tutorial.

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There are many different ways to sew a curved hem. It depends  on the fabric you use for the project (for example, for chiffon it will not be the same as for denim)  on the type of the curved edge ( if it is a full curve like a circle skirt, or just a slight curve)  on the types of sewing machines and their accessories you have ( do you have a serger? a coverstitch machine? a blind stitch foot? etc.)  on the design you have in mind ( do you want a narrow hem? a standard hem? a decorated hem?)  and on your sewing experience also (if you are a beginner sewist you probably shouldn’t use all those specific presser feet available now) But no matter what fabric or design you use you have to finish the hem beautifully. A well finished hem is a very important sewing operation and adds a professional touch to any garment. Choose one of the techniques below that best suits you.

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Learn over 20 ways to stitch flowers with these flower embroidery tutorials. From beginner versions to more advanced techniques, you'll find your favorite.

We have been watching a lot of baseball around the house lately. Benjamin’s favorite phrase these days is, “Go Rangers!” This little baseball embroidery hoop is a great DIY craft for a little boy’s room or nursery. It is also a great beginning embroidery project. What I used: 3 inch wooden embroidery hoop White embroidery fabric (any white fabric would work) Red thread Fabric Pencil First, I looked at this

Today, most of the current, in-print books that focus on work with the tambour needle are beading books. Occasionally, these books will have a chapter or a section on tambour embroidery, but for the most part, they focus on work with beads and sequins. That's ok! You can learn a lot about tambour

Today I have a fun Summer Embroidery Hoop Art to share with you! One of my favorite things about Summer is lazy days with a big stack of books. Ok – that would be one of my favorite days – Summer or not. I’m a bit of a book nerd. But something about reading during ... Read More about Shhhh I’m Reading – Embroidery Hoop Art

I had a really lovely umbrella that I bought few years ago. It has broken few weeks ago. I really loved the print on it, so was feeling a bit sad to throw it away. But yesterday I had an idea! I decided to make it into a little poncho for my daughter :) Here's all the process and the result :) (click on images to enlarge) I removed the frame first It was only attached with few little threads Cover I've cut the collar out (I think I made it too big) Then I've taken two parts out for hood Put two together and used a jumper for template Cut out I've connected the separated part, added the hood and made collar slightly smaller End result And it was raining today! Happy user :)

10 refashioning tips for anyone hoping to upcycle clothes; tips for preparing the clothes and how to use sewing patterns to refashion clothes.

If you do a lot of crafting, you might be looking for an easy way to space out flower petals (or other items) evenly in a circle. Here are a couple of ways to do that.

In this video, learn several tips for mixing and matching sewing fabrics!

How lovely to read the nice comments on my jacket. Grumpy without coffee commented that the original artist for the cartoon (which apparently was for books) was Sarah Andersen. Thank you for mentionin

Learn how to stiffen fabric for sewing & fabric sculpturing crafts. This guide will show you commercial and DIY fabric stiffener products.

Based on two ideas by: Lovely little handmades – Download the free pattern by Annie Oakleaves or buy the whole Christmas collection PlanetCoco embroidery mounted on canvas (mounting idea and …

I know everyone's eager to get on the machine - but sometimes you have to do a bit of handwork and this is the most basic hand sewing stitch there is. It's not tricky and it actually goes much faster than you'd expect. And once you get the hang of it you can sew ANYTHING

Sewing facings give the finishing touch to necklines & armholes. Learn how to sew a facing with this easy step by step tutorial.

Sewing techniques are necessary to make your project smooth flowing. Master them and you will be able to sew flawless garments.

Ruffles rock. (just like you.) This is a long post about lots of ways to gather ruffles for different effects. It's not difficult but there are a lot of variables. Because sometimes you need your

I love the process of dyeing fabrics, and have been dyeing cotton fabrics for years using Procion Dye. So a couple years ago when some beautiful scarves caught my eye at a gift shop and I found out…