I’ve recently committed myself to a cross stitching project and there’s honestly no turning back now. The idea is to sit and stitch just one flower a day, using Carolyn Manning’s Stitch Along pattern. Despite…

Choosing the right jeans Most of the mending projects I share are pretty extreme examples of patching using sashiko inspired mending techniques combined with my own stitching style. The examples that I share are either my own jeans or those that I've found while shopping at thrift/secondhand shops and garage sales. Whe

Flowers are by far, one of the most popular things to embroider. And rightfully so! There are so many different embroidery stitches for flowers that lend themselves well to their shapes and silhouettes. In...

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.

The fisherman's rib stitch is perfect when you need a textured stitch that's reversible, doesn't curl, and is easy to knit.

What is slow stitching? A lot of fun! Learn how to get started with slow stitching and enjoy this creative textile art.

Looking for crochet stitches that look like knitting? Whether you are looking for crochet ribbing that looks knit, or want to mimic a specific knitting stitch such as the herringbone stitch, linen stitch, or the classic stockinette stitch, these crochet stitches will help your piece have a knit-like look! Click for the free crochet stitch tutorials.

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Do you love a good Anthropologie dupe? If so, you'll love this Waffle Stitch Crochet Dishcloth Pattern, which is similar to the oh-so-popular Market Dishcloths.

Have you ever wondered how to undo serger stitches without ripping them out one by one? This tutorial will show you how.

Plants made in crochet are a growing success, in addition to the traditional flowers, there are more and more wonderful ideas that use crochet leaves in

My friends, I will give you the step by step instructions for making a plush crochet bunny the Elya. The finished size of the crochet bunny is 24 cm, excluding...

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.

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

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Learn how to crochet the beautiful Moss Stitch - A woven, textured stitch. Includes a photo and video tutorial, how to gauge, and an easy pattern!

Here are 30 beautiful crochet stitches with links to detailed photo tutorials and links to free crochet patterns that use those stitches.

Find out 4 of the best embroidery stitches for script lettering. I'll tell you why each stitch works and why you want to use it.

For beginners, advanced stitchers, and everyone in between, this page is full of hand embroidery stitches everyone should learn.

In this article I'm sharing 20 sewing patterns that I think are perfect for summer. The best part is, they're also completely free!

Learn how to sashiko stitch with this step-by-step guide to Sashiko stitching includes thread, needles, and transferring your pattern.

(Image courtesy of http://0.tqn.com/d/diyfashion/) With our focus being upon obtaining a Sewing Kit this week, I thought it would be most helpful to review some basic stiches. (Image courtesy of http://www.sewdresses.com/) Okay, so you see the stitches, when and what do you use them for? Check out these links for more information! http://www.alternative-windows.com/stitches.htm http://cyberseams.com/article/105045/basics/how_to_sew_by_hand_basic_stitches.html http://home.clara.net/hutchal/curtains/sewguide.htm Get a scrap of material, and while you are watching a favorite show, try some of these. You need to practice so that you can use the stitches when you need them. Traditionally, they won't be pretty at first, but after a few stitches, you will get the hang of it! Impress you family and friends! It is surprising how much people marvel when you can quickly fix a garment.....because many of them have never seen it done. Increase your self-reliance skills while showing your family and the Lord that you are thankful for the goodness that you have been blessed with. Stitch away....Today!

L’été, j’adore avoir un projet à réaliser au tricot ou au crochet. C’est peut-être pour le plaisir de pouvoir l’emmener à la plage facilement ou en vacances … Quand je dis facilement, c'est pour comparer avec le style de projet DIY que j'ai dans l'année...

Whether you are learning the satin stitch for the first time or looking to improve your technique, these tips will help you advance your hand embroidery skills while creating beautiful satin stitches every time.

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Are you ready for the cutest, sweetest little crochet pumpkin? Using only slip stitch and single crochet, you can make this little project in 20 minutes!

Blanket stitch is a fantastic edge stitch for sewing around felt and fabric. It is widely used in hand stitching and very popular but also t...

These wide leg jeans feature a classic five-pocket style and comfortable fit around the hips. Crafted with a front fly for easy dressing, these timeless jeans can be tailored to fit perfectly with …

Learning to knit can be completely overwhelming but our list of 18 easy knitting stitches you can use for any project will have you knitting up a storm.

Tunisian stitch patterns are one of the most beautiful and pretty textured crochet patterns I have ever experienced working with...

Embark on an epic crochet journey with the Darth Vader Amigurumi, capturing the formidable presence and intricate details of one of the most iconic characters

I have always been intrigued by the art of Sashiko, but I have never had a chance to learn more about it. This article from Koekoek was just what I was looking for. It is a nice introduction to th…

How to do a ladder stitch (also know as an invisible stitch or hidden stitch) step by step video tutorial. This tutorial is perfect for beginners!

Learn how to crochet star stitch, a perfect beginner-friendly crochet stitch. Watch my video tutorial and follow step-by-step instructions with pictures.

50 free crochet crop top patterns, including halter top designs, tested and reviewed for you. Perfect for beginners.

Beautiful Tunisian crochet stitch patterns with video tutorials. Perfect for blankets, shawls, sweaters and more. Don't miss these unique Tunisian stitches!

Learn how to do lazy daisy stitch - great for flowers!

The herringbone stitch is a great way to add an interesting texture to your projects! If you can single crochet you can easily do this stitch. Scroll below for a quick tutorial.The herringbone single crochet stitch is a two row repeat stitch. When working with this stitch, you will repeat rows 1 and 2 to create the beautiful herringbone texture. Please note that each row starts with a regular single crochet stitch ( or reverse single crochet stitch) as the first stitch. Then proceed working in