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Jan 27, 2023
Embroidery on an afghan for a child
I'm going to be hand-stitching some designs on an afghan as a gift. I've done it once before by stitching on a separate piece and then attaching the fabric
Jan 12, 2023
Cloth for hardanger embroidery.
I am truly intrigued by this craft and want to learn. Can I use Aida Cross Stitch fabric to learn or does it have to be Hardanger fabric? Hi Cyndi,
Jan 08, 2023
Embroidery needles - which ones do you need for what job?
With so many different needlework techniques to choose from on this site, how do you know which embroidery needles you need? Let me help...
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Jan 02, 2023
Free redwork embroidery patterns
Looking for free redwork embroidery patterns? Why not start here with this cute mother hen design
Dec 30, 2022
Blanket stitch embroidery tutorial with ideas for use
How to do blanket stitch - learn all about this versatile embroidery stitch and how to use it from floral sprays to crisp whitework
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Dec 30, 2022
An introduction to Stumpwork Embroidery and the techniques involved
Learn Stumpwork Embroidery techniques including padding with felt, raised embroidery stitches, adding slips and creating wired needlework petals
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Dec 30, 2022
Sharp embroidery scissors - the best gift you can give yourself
Learn more about the embroidery scissors you should have in your sewing kit and how to use and care for them properly
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Dec 30, 2022
Learn how to cross stitch with Carol
Learn how to cross stitch with simple instructions. Learn how to read a chart, what the symbols mean, where to start and how to finish off
Dec 30, 2022
What is a laying tool and how do I use one?
Instructions for using a laying tool (or trolley needle) to produce embroidery stitches that lay neatly side by side
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Dec 30, 2022
How do you do herringbone stitch? Learn this basic embroidery stitch
This herringbone stitch embroidery tutorial from Carol Leather gives step-by-step instructions with pictures along with variations to the basic stitch
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Dec 30, 2022
Needlepoint stitches - how to choose the right one
Choosing needlepoint stitches for a design - tips and suggestions to make it easier
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Dec 28, 2022
How couching stitch can help you make the most of speciality threads
How to use couching stitch to add beautiful textured fibers, ribbons, braids or cords to your hand embroidery projects, simply and quickly
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Dec 26, 2022
Feather stitch embroidery: how to do this easy and attractive stitch
Feather stitch: a simple step by step hand embroidery tutorial with attractive variations for floral designs, coral, seaweed and more
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Dec 26, 2022
Rhodes stitch instructions and variations
Learn how to stitch rhodes stitch and its variations. Photos and diagrams show how its done and what it looks like in various threads
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Dec 20, 2022
Which hand embroidery stitches are best for stems and twigs
A selection of hand embroidery stitches that are ideal for outlining shapes or stitching stems, branches, twigs, vines and even seaweed.
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Dec 20, 2022
Learn stem stitch and variations of this basic embroidery stitch
This stem stitch tutorial covers the basic stitch, raised stem and portuguese knotted stem. Videos explain how to work the stitches.
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Dec 20, 2022
Transferring embroidery pattern onto colored fabric
I am going to embroider a design on black fabric. Someone told me to use fusible paper to draw my pattern, then iron it to the fabric, and do the embroidery
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Dec 17, 2022
cross stitch vs embroidery: which needlework type is best for you?
Choose from cross stitch or embroidery - let your creativity shine through & create beautiful items to last a lifetime! No matter which you choose, have fun
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Dec 17, 2022
Blackwork and cross stitch lacemaker patterns for you to download
Blackwork and cross stitch lacemaker designs by Carol Leather, to download straight away
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Dec 17, 2022
Cross stitch is simple and fun
Find the answers to your cross stitch questions while learning all there is to know about this counted needlework technique.
Dec 11, 2022
How to embroider by hand
Let me help you learn how to embroider, with step by steps and free designs to start you off.
Dec 09, 2022
Crazy quilt embroidery - unleash your creativity
Tried crazy quilt embroidery yet? Simple stitches are used to decorate this traditional needlework to stunning effect.
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Dec 04, 2022
Lazy daisy stitch - how to make a delightful hand embroidered berry
This surprising strawberry is made with lazy daisy stitch, although you would never guess at first glance.
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Dec 03, 2022
Different types of embroidery stitches for all abilities
A guide to the different types of embroidery stitches grouped by the way they are worked, with links to full instructions for each.
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Dec 03, 2022
Free Cross Stitch Patterns to Make in Under an Hour
Free cross stitch patterns that are quick and easy. Learn how to cross stitch with these simple designs from Carol Leather
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Nov 28, 2022
Hardanger embroidery information for beginners to this technique
Hardanger embroidery - An introduction to this whitework technique from Norway. Learn how to stitch it following a series of free hardanger lessons
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Nov 26, 2022
Bargello needlepoint - Have you tried it
An introduction to bargello needlepoint. How to use colour to its full effect in this lovely form of canvas work.
Nov 26, 2022
How to use waste canvas for cross stitch
How to use waste canvas to cross stitch on your clothes and other items. Full instructions
Nov 26, 2022
Free hardanger patterns - Christmas card
Included in our free hardanger patterns is this sweet Christmas card. Simple to stitch with no cutting, you will have it finished in no time
Nov 26, 2022
Downloadable Blackwork Embroidery Patterns by Carol Leather
Blackwork embroidery patterns by Carol Leather to download and stitch.
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Nov 26, 2022
Cross stitch calculator - changing fabric count changes project size
Use this handy cross stitch calculator will determine the finished design size of your pattern if you change to a different fabric count
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Nov 25, 2022
Free blackwork charts? - Try this one
Looking for free blackwork charts with beginner instructions? You've found them!
Nov 25, 2022
Thread Painting - how to make stunning art with a needle
Thread painting tutorial - learn how to add shading to your embroidery with long and short stitch
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Nov 22, 2022
An introduction to blackwork embroidery by Carol Leather
Learn how to do blackwork embroidery with Carol Leather. Find instructions, patterns and ideas for this, and lots of other types of needlework
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Nov 21, 2022
Blackwork figures through the ages
Step back in time with these lovely blackwork figures through the ages from regency, through Edwardian into the 20th century
Nov 21, 2022
Rice stitch - an easy needlepoint stitch to learn
Try Rice Stitch - one of the simple needlepoint stitches that you can use to give many different effects
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Nov 19, 2022
Needlepoint patterns - Textures to dye for
Needlepoint patterns that use textured needlepoint stitches and over-dyed threads make up the Textures to Dye for range
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Nov 19, 2022
Learn two variations of Fishbone Stitch - flat and raised
Learn 2 types of Fishbone stitch to add to your range of basic embroidery stitches
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Nov 19, 2022
How to embroider a leaf - simple stitches offer easy solutions
How to embroider a leaf - easy ways to make leaves that look like the real thing in your next stitching project
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Nov 15, 2022
Embroidery stitches for small flowers
Simple embroidery stitches for small flowers - ideas and videos showing how to stitch them
Nov 13, 2022
Stitch a French knot the easy way with an easy step by step tutorial
The best way to stitch a French knot without getting in a tangle. These clear instructions and video will show you how its done
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Nov 12, 2022
Learn basic embroidery stitches and where to use them
Master the basic embroidery stitches, then create beautiful embellishments for your garments, home decorating items, and craft projects
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Nov 10, 2022
Backstitch first or fill in?
Hi, I've just started embroidery and I use the cloth with printed pattern type. My current pattern has a half moon filled in with a back stitch around
Nov 07, 2022
Learn hardanger embroidery in easy step-by-step stages
Learn hardanger embroidery step by step. Stitch our free hardanger patterns with full instructions with this series of lessons
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Nov 06, 2022
Master chain stitch embroidery today!
Master chain stitch embroidery today and have lots of variations to play with.
Nov 01, 2022
Pattern from photo
Do you know how to make a blackwork pattern from a photo? From Carol, Lisa, I don't know of software that will do this automatically for you. Some programs
Oct 25, 2022
Hand embroidery for beginners - stitching letters or names
The first step in our hand embroidery for beginners course, learn how to embroider names and letters, using a variety of embroidery stitches
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