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Nov 07, 2026
Embroidery Scissors: Types, Uses and How to Choose a Pair
What embroidery scissors are, the types (angled, stork, thread snips), what they're used for, and the one rule that keeps a good pair sharp for years.
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Nov 01, 2026
How to Needle Felt: Step-by-Step Tutorial for Beginners
How to needle felt from scratch: a beginner 3D tutorial covering safety, equipment, and forming your first ball, egg and cylinder, with step-by-step photos.
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Nov 01, 2026
How to Make a Crazy Quilt Block + Interactive Block Builder
Learn the stitch-and-flip method with step-by-step photos, then design your own crazy quilt block layout with our interactive builder. Download your pattern.
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Oct 31, 2026
Baby Cross Stitch Patterns: Free Chart + Nursery Sampler
Baby cross stitch patterns to download: a free teddy chart, a modern Welcome Baby sampler and a rocking horse. Nursery keepsakes to stitch.
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Oct 30, 2026
Blackwork Embroidery: Free Lessons, Patterns & Complete Guide
Explore blackwork embroidery with 5 free lessons, downloadable patterns for all levels, and a complete guide. From Tudor & Spanish origins to modern designs.
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Oct 25, 2026
How to Do Colcha Embroidery: A Fun Guide to a Historic Stitch
Want to try a new craft? Colcha embroidery is a fun, historic technique with "no carved in stone rules." Learn to "paint with yarn" today!
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Oct 25, 2026
Use pulled three sided stitch in your whitework sampler
In our penultimate band on the whitework sampler we are using three sided stitch and ringed back stitch
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Oct 25, 2026
Band 5 of the white work embroidery sampler
Are you stitching along with my white work embroidery sampler? Come on, join in, and learn new needlework techniques with us. Its free!
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Oct 25, 2026
Diamond eyelet stitch and double backstitch leaves
Time for diamond eyelet stitch and double backstitch leaves in our free whitework embroidery sampler. Learn pulled thread and drawn thread work!
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Oct 25, 2026
Pulled thread work - sampler band 3
Combining stitches is common in pulled thread work. For this third band in our free whitework sampler we will use satin stitch with pulled double back stitch
Oct 25, 2026
Drawn thread work - Whitework sampler band 2
We will learn drawn thread work in band 2 of our stitchalong whitework sampler. Find out the difference between pulled work and drawn thread needlework
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Oct 25, 2026
How to Use & Tighten Embroidery Hoops (Step-by-Step Photos)
How tight should an embroidery hoop be? Learn to get drum-tight tension without puckers. Step-by-step photos show hooping, tightening, and fixing loose fabric
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Oct 17, 2026
How to Embroider Leaves: Choosing the Right Stitch for Yours
Six ways to embroider a leaf, and how to pick the one that suits your shape and size. Step-by-step photos of each, worked on real projects.
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Oct 10, 2026
Bullion Knot Stitch Tutorial: How to Make Roses & Flowers
Learn bullion knot stitch with step-by-step photos. Make embroidered bullion roses, strawberries, flowers. Includes tips for perfect wraps every time
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Oct 10, 2026
The History of Embroidery — From Anglo-Saxon Stitching to Today
A walk through the key periods of English embroidery history — from the Bayeux Tapestry and Opus Anglicanum to blackwork, stumpwork, and Victorian samplers.
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Oct 10, 2026
Gobelin Stitch: Slanted, Encroaching & Interlocking Variations
Learn 7 Gobelin stitch variations for needlepoint: slanted, encroaching (interlocking), Hungarian, Parisian and more. Step-by-step instructions + tips.
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Oct 03, 2026
My Secret to Perfect Cretan Stitch | Step-by-Step Tutorial
Tired of messy, wobbly Cretan stitch? Learn my simple secret in this step-by-step tutorial. I even show you my own mistakes to help you succeed!
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Sep 21, 2026
Embroidery Fabric for Counted Thread: Aida, Evenweave & Linen
Pure linen is the best fabric to embroider on, and here's why: 100% flax compared with Aida and cotton evenweave, with counts, sizes and costs.
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Sep 20, 2026
Blackwork for Beginners Book: Get a Neat, Reversible Back
Messy backs on your blackwork? This step-by-step book teaches the proven method for neat, reversible results. 8 guided projects. Instant download, £9.95.
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Sep 20, 2026
How to Remove Stains from Embroidery, Cross Stitch & Linens
How to remove yellowing, iron mould, hoop marks and ink from cross stitch, embroidery and vintage linens, including stains to tackle before framing.
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Sep 20, 2026
Needlepoint Canvas Types: Choose the Perfect One for Your Project
Our guide will introduce you to different needlepoint canvas options and help you pick the perfect one for your next project
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Sep 20, 2026
Free Hardanger Bookmark Pattern: Buttonhole Edging Tutorial
Download this free Hardanger bookmark pattern with step-by-step instructions. Learn buttonhole stitch edging, square eyelets, and neat finishing.
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Sep 20, 2026
Types of Embroidery Stitches: 4 Families, 30+ Explained
All embroidery stitches fit into 4 families: flat, crossed, looped or knotted. Find the right one for your project, with links to step-by-step tutorials.
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Sep 20, 2026
Discover the Magic of Cross Stitch: A Beginner's Guide
New to cross stitch? Start here! Get the lowdown on this easy-to-learn craft, from basic stitches to finishing techniques. Plus, grab free patterns!
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Sep 20, 2026
Top Needlework Finishing Techniques for Stunning Results
Discover essential needlework finishing techniques to preserve and display your projects beautifully, from framing to hemming.
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Sep 15, 2026
Wallington Northumberland - virtual tour of the needlework collection
Wallington Northumberland offers a feast for the eyes of any avid needleworker. Come for a virtual tour with me.
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Sep 13, 2026
Needlepoint Patterns: Small Designs, Big Texture
Seven geometric needlepoint patterns in textured stitches, with instructions for every stitch used and samples worked on 14 and 28 count.
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Sep 13, 2026
Needlepoint Fibers - How Thread Choice Transforms Texture
Needlepoint fibers compared — see how rayon, cotton, metallic and over-dyed threads completely transform the same design. Real workshop examples with photos.
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