Category: Must Read
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Sewing Tutorial: Flamingo Embroidery Hoop
July’s theme for my Creative Sewing Challenge was ‘Flamingo’. I knew I wanted to create something bold and beautiful to reflect this theme, and was inspired by the many flamingo-related quotes I came across. So I created this Embroidery Hoop Design. Download the free flamingo pattern below, and read on for simple step by step […]
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How to decorate an embroidery hoop: bias binding method
I’ve been enjoying designing and making embroidery hoop art for a while now, particularly since I launched my Creative Sewing Challenge. But I thought it was time to focus on the hoop itself, and how that too can be prettied up to add to the finished product. The tutorial below takes you step by step […]
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How to turn children’s drawings into embroidery
If you have children in your life, you’ll know just how exquisite and endearing their drawings can be. And if you love to sew, you may want to consider using your skills to capture these lovely moments from their childhood to make wall art that lasts a lifetime. This step by step tutorial will show […]
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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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10 Ways to Transfer Embroidery Designs onto Fabric
Have you ever wondered what are the steps for transferring embroidery designs? You have your lovely new pattern, you are excited to get started but – oh heck – how do you actually transfer the embroidery design onto fabric? Or, you may have wondered how to transfer an embroidery pattern onto dark fabric or denim […]