Have you been following the spectacular work produced for the past two years’ Bead Journal Projects and daydreaming about participating? Well, the time has come to join in the fun. Registration begins October 15 for the new Bead Journal Project that starts…
Free pattern: Tatted necklace
Heather Johnston (The Tarnished Tatter) is sharing her original pattern for this dainty necklace. Wouldn’t this piece be lovely on a bride! Get the pattern.
The best embroidered tree ever
When I found this image on the blog of JO in NZ, I screamed a little. Yes. It is a Christmas tree made up of bullion knots!! The ornaments on the tree are Swarovski crystals. Brilliant! Literally. And so gorgeous. See…
The best embroidered tree ever
When I found this image on the blog of JO in NZ, I screamed a little. Yes. It is a Christmas tree made up of bullion knots!! The ornaments on the tree are Swarovski crystals. Brilliant! Literally. And so … Read More...
New from HEN: Embroidery patterns
A post on the blog of the Hand Embroidery Network says,
We would like to announce the launch of our new hand embroidery patterns to be sold via our new HEN Etsy Shop. Our pattern designs are hand drawn and illustrated…
New from HEN: Embroidery patterns
A post on the blog of the Hand Embroidery Network says,
… Read More...We would like to announce the launch of our new hand embroidery patterns to be sold via our new HEN Etsy Shop. Our pattern designs are hand drawn and
Free embroidery patterns
(1) Christmas cross-stitch from Les grilles de Liselotte.
(2) Rosace bleue from Cachounette.
(3) Flower wheel from Connie G. Barwick of About.com.
(4) Little Owl Bookmark from Happy Threads.
(5) Joyeux Noel from Val’ en croix.
(6) Halloween bookmark from Happy Threads.
(7) Amitie from Bien le Bonjour aux Brodeuses.
(8)…
Free Christmas and Halloween embroidery patterns
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 Christmas … Read More...
Inspiration: Astulabee
Sometimes astulabee’s work makes me so happy that my eyes tear up. Like today. See more photos of this little guy on the astulabee blog.
Tutorial: Goldwork/couching
Be sure to stop by Ruth O’Leary’s blog to check out her progress on the St. Cuthbert’s Banner project. In her most recent post, she lets us look over her shoulder as she outlines the cross motif with goldwork, teaching us…
Free pattern series: Bloomin’ Marvellous
Didn’t you love Kelly Fletcher’s series of Jacobean leaves? Well, she’s back with a new series she’s calling Bloomin’ Marvelous. She says,
Each design will fit neatly into a 4×4″ square, or about 10×10cm. So the plan is to end up with…
Free chart: Peace ornament
I want to stitch up a bunch of Connie G. Barwick’s peace ornaments for the coming holiday season. Connie says,
No matter what religion or belief system you follow, the concept of peace is a fairly universal one. This free Peace…
Inspiration: Syko
These little house ornaments are the work of Kajsa Wikman (aka syko). She says,
I find it challenging and quite stimulating for the creativity to look at a fabric that is clearly from a particular time and see it transform into a…
Giveaway: Edward and Lilly brooches
Rebecca of Edward and Lilly is giving away three of these adorable hand-stitched brooches. Go to the blog to enter before midnight, Friday, October 9.
Inspiration: Stitchy Stitcherson
Kristi of Stitchy Stitcherson blog stitched this colorful sugar skull using a pattern from Jenny Hart’s new book, Embroidered Effects. Her special touch? She says,
With the exception of the french knots around the eyes, the white parts are done with glow-in-the-dark-floss. (It’s…
Inspiration: Stitchy Stitcherson
Kristi of Stitchy Stitcherson blog stitched this colorful sugar skull using a pattern from Jenny Hart’s new book, Embroidered Effects. Her special touch? She says,
… Read More...With the exception of the french knots around the eyes, the white parts are done
Free cross-stitch chart: Old owl
sarajessica of Cross Me Not blog departs from her usual modern style to treat us to an old-fashioned (but stitchtastic) chart for a wee owl. I see Halloween potential, here! Get the free chart.
Free cross-stitch chart: Old owl
sarajessica of Cross Me Not blog departs from her usual modern style to treat us to an old-fashioned (but stitchtastic) chart for a wee owl. I see Halloween potential, here! Get the free chart.
Looking for more Halloween Embroidery … Read More...
Tutorial: Modern Sashiko pillow
The customer is always right. In this case, customer Rickie bought a traditional Sashiko sampler from PurlSoho.com; but instead of using traditional navy-blue thread, she stitched the pattern in decidedly upbeat colors. The result: classic + modern = beautiful. Jen of The…
Tutorial: Modern Sashiko pillow
The customer is always right. In this case, customer Rickie bought a traditional Sashiko sampler from PurlSoho.com; but instead of using traditional navy-blue thread, she stitched the pattern in decidedly upbeat colors. The result: classic + modern = beautiful. … Read More...