Category: Embroidery
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How to finish your embroidery hoop: gathering method
There are several methods for finishing your embroidered hoop art, and each one has its own pros and cons. Today I’m going to share a method for gathering your excess fabric to the back of your hoop, with an optional stage of backing your hoop with embroidered felt. Read on to find out more! If […]
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How to decorate an embroidery hoop: painting method
I’ve been enjoying embroidery my whole life, and in particular creating hoop art designs to share on my blog. But I’ve only recently discovered the extra level of creativity you can gain from decorating your embroidery hoops! Today I’m sharing the method of painting your hoop, and then embellishing with lace. These finishing touches do […]
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Sewing Tutorial: felt heart garland
This embroidered felt heart garland is a simple sewing project that results in a beautifully intricate decoration for your home. You can make it as long or as short as you wish, and choose whatever colours you desire. Read on for step by step instructions, I hope you enjoy making it. You will need: Different […]
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Free Embroidery Pattern: Rainbow of Hope
As the world grapples with the fear and uncertainty that COVID-19 has bought about, I was hunting high and low for some good news stories to share with members of my Creative Sewing Challenge. And I found a news story about the rainbows that children of Italy are drawing and hanging in their windows with […]