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the_gella has posted a timely tutorial on Instructables. She says,
… Read More...Inspired by Becky Stern’s Electronic Embroidery Tutorial, this pattern uses LEDs as the string of lights on a felt Christmas tree applique. I’ve included a tree pattern that fits 8″
C&T Publishing has a rockin giveaway that will make fiber artists drool. The blog says,
… Read More...We’re so excited about the new Studio Color Wheel by Joen Wolfrom…it’s the perfect companion to the new Ultimate 3-in-1 Color Tool, Updated 3rd Edition.
Cheryl Fall, needlepoint editor at About.com, has posted a free chart for this charming little Christmas project. You still have time to stitch this up for a special gift. Get the chart.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery … Read More...
Heather Louise of The Doll Farm made this Good Twin – Evil Twin softie. Her workmanship is amazing as always. But most remarkable is the originality and creativity she puts into each doll. See her blog post. And be … Read More...
Kimara of Wee Folk Art shows us how to make a tiny loom from wood or cardboard and use it to weave a mini blanket — a perfect project to do with kids. The project was inspired by the legend … Read More...
Anette Berlin has posted a tutorial on Craft Stew for turning photographs into embroidery patterns. What makes her tute different than the others available on the web? Her technique uses Fotoflexer. She says,
… Read More...Fotoflexer is a free, online program. It’s
Bramcoast Publications blog shows us how to make an Edwardian-era velvet neckband based on instructions from a period magazine. Simple but elegant materials and a bit of hand stitching will yield you a beautiful accessory for the holidays or a … Read More...
Debbie of Woolen Sails has created a mini version of her Santa cross-stitch design for quick holiday stitching. Get the chart.
Orna Willis of Ornaments is having a fabulous seasonal giveaway. She says,
… Read More...Up for grabs is a “Making Memories” Needlepoint Kit. It comes complete with all the threads, supplies and instruction packet to make one book. The book is bound
(1) Ballerine
(2) Cage à oiseau
(3) Saxophone
(4) Lampe
(5) Vase de fleurs
(6) Ourson blanc
(7) Boite au lettre
(8) Petit singe
(9) Ralonge
(10) Bocal de Sangria
(11) Balais
(12) Petit garçon
(13) Bébé
(14) Bébé
(15)… Read More...
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
We’ve chosen the best Christmas hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free … Read More...
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
Though Hanukkah has already begun, this beautiful cross-stitch design from Kooler Design Studio is perfect for the season. If you don’t have time for it this year, be sure to bookmark it for next year. Get the free chart.… Read More...
Julia of Julia’s Place shares instructions for creating this gorgeous beaded ornament. If you’ve never tried beaded netting, this design is the right place to start. See the tute.
Anitra of Coffee Pot People has posted a tutorial on Think Crafts Blog for making a whole litter of pompoms at one time. All you need is a tool you can find in your own garage. (Or you can make … Read More...
Meg of Elsie Marley share the tute for this elegant but incredibly simple ornament. A few strips of felt and a couple of stitches and…voila! You can make up dozens of these in an afternoon for gifts or tie-ons. See … Read More...
Janet M. Davies of JMD Designs has started a new blog! Available already: a free pattern for a Christmas banner, a free desktop calendar for December featuring Janet’s stitching, a pattern for Christmas-stocking ornaments and a tute for buttonhole stitch … Read More...
Benita Skinner of Victoriana Quilt Designs has released the final quilt block in her free series, Words of Inspiration & Celebration. Her Noel block is perfect for applique or could even be adapted for embroidery. Get the download.
