Tag: embroidery hoop art
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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 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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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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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…