Embroidery hoops – The Who is Who of Hoops
When I first started embroidering, little did I know about the many options! In my mind, wooden embroidery hoops were the only ones existing because that was literally the case. …
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How to begin an embroidery thread – and end it
Over the centuries, embroiderers have developed many techniques on how to begin and end their embroidery thread. Selecting the right one depends on which stitches you want to use, which …
How to set up an embroidery hoop – video tutorial
Using some sort of embroidery hoop or frame for stitching has a lot of advantages. There are people who prefer stitching without a hoop and there are some cases where …
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How to do an embroidery pattern transfer on fabric
So you have your embroidery pattern ready to go but wait… how do you transfer that embroidery pattern on your fabric?To get your embroidery pattern on the fabric there are …
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First Embroidery tools for beginners – hoops, needles and more
Tools are one of the most important things in any craft. Embroidery is no exception! Using the right embroidery tools for the project is key and so is quality. You …
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DIY homemade beeswax thread conditioner – don’t repeat my mistakes
Some embroidery threads, like metallic threads, are simply beasts that can only be tamed with the use of some help. Like the mighty thread conditioner. Little did I know that …
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Stabbing vs Sewing in Embroidery
Are you a stabber? You can admit it, I will not tell anyone. Stabbing your stitches I mean – of course – what were you thinking? I’m not talking about …
How to use metallic embroidery thread without losing your mind
The last time I stitched with golden threads it was a real pain. I used a machine embroidery thread that has a great color, but it’s not a dream to …
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