Did you know that there are a number of ways to fill in when making a hand embroidery projects?  This tutorial from Pumora Embroidery demonstrates ten different methods.

You will find a section on each of the ten ways.  Each … Read More...

Remember all of those pretty hand embroidered tea towels your grandmother had around her house?  You can make your very own with this tutorial from Clover USA.  Designed by Carol Mesimer, you will find a bluebird and a row … Read More...

Looking to learn more about the latest crafting craze punch needle?  Then this book which you can purchase over at Annie’s Craft Store might be what you are looking for.

Inspired by rug hooking, this is a fun and relaxing … Read More...

Albion Gould brings us another lovely and free hand embroidery design.  This time it is an inspirational quote from Sir Edmund Hillary and it would make a wonderful gift for almost any occasion.

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Often found in Indian hand embroidery designs, the pistil stitch may look difficult, but is not.  This tutorial from Anything Creative shows you how to do it.

The article contains plenty of step by step detailed photos showing you how … Read More...

A little while back I posted a link to a tutorial demonstrating how to make embroidered pendants.  This idea from Cutesy Crafts is another idea for that tiny embroidery.  It is for metal bookmarks, and it is a … Read More...

Show off your patriotic spirit with these easy-to-make flag coasters from Needlepointers.com.  They come together in no time and are an ideal way to decorate.

You don’t need any special plastic canvas supplies, just the 7-count canvas, needle, and … Read More...

It’s time to make your mother a cup of tea this Mother’s Day.  Make her this hand embroidered pattern from Beth Colletti Art & Design and she will have that cup of tea for years to come.  This charming free … Read More...

I always enjoy writing book reviews and, after reading Jump Into Punch Needle by Carrie J. Buck, I was more than happy to write one for this book.

With 6 nature-themed punch needle projects to choose from, this book is … Read More...

Learn all about various hand embroidery stitches with this free tutorial from the Seasoned Homemaker.  Leslie demonstrates them with the lovely color wheel design.

In the article you will find information for twelve different stitches including:

• Herringbone
• Satin
• Couched

Learn how to make this beautiful floral bouquet with this tutorial from Jessyratfink over on Instructables.  It’s just gorgeous.

There are six stitches demonstrated in the article, each with photos and a video.  The stitches include:

• Lazy Daisy
• Fly

Perfect for Cinco de Mayo, these machine embroidery designs from Rosie Day Embroidery are perfect for this festive occasion.  The patterns can be purchased over on Etsy.

This pattern set, which includes twelve charming designs, is available in various formats … Read More...

I have to admit that I am kind of in love with these plushwork (or Amish stumpwork or Chenille) flowers from Feeling Stitchy.  They have so much great texture and are downright fun to look at.

The tutorial is … Read More...

For a unique Mother’s Day card, why not try making an embroidered one? This tutorial from How About Orange will show you how.  Your mother would love to get a pretty handmade card like this one and it would have … Read More...

Teach children how to embroider using burlap and yarn.  It’s easy with this tutorial from Rhythms of Play.

The article goes through all of the steps to help make it easy for both you and your child to learn.  … Read More...

Everybody needs a little bling in their lives right?  Well you can even add a little bit of it to your embroidery hoops with this tutorial from Albion Gould.  What a fun way to jazz up your pieces!

That … Read More...

Learn how to embellish a store-bought skirt with hand embroidery when you purchase this class through CreativeBug.  The course is in six installments and is taught by Rebecca Ringquist. Rebecca is an artist and designer out of Portland who … Read More...

Learn how to make an embroidered felt heart sachet with this easy tutorial from Swoodson Says.  Large enough to fit into the palm of a hand, this would make a lovely gift for someone, or for yourself.

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You can’t help but sing that song that has words like Up, Up and Away when you see this beautiful and free hand embroidery pattern designed by Dhara Shah for Anchor Crafts.  It’s absolutely lovely and has so much … Read More...