stem stitch – video tutorial
In this video tutorial, you’ll learn how to embroider the stem stitch. Its thicker lines are perfect for stitching lines, letters or – as the name already suggests – stems …
hand embroidery
buttonhole stitch video tutorial – embroidery stitches
The buttonhole stitch is traditionally used for reinforcing buttonholes. The little knot at the top that is facing the hole where the button is pushed through helps to avoid breaking …
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The mindful maker of natural textile art – Ellie Beck of Petalplum interview
The multitalented and passionate creator Ellie Beck uses natural materials to dye, stitch and make wondrous things. Her passion for exploring and incorporating nature in her work shines through strongly …
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blanket stitch video tutorial – embroidery stitches
Blanket stitches are a great tool for multiple purposes. You can make it very dense by setting each stitch very close to another or more loosely to create an open …
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chain stitch tutorial with embroidery video tutorial
The chain stitch is one of the basic stitches in embroidery. There are many techniques and styles of embroidery that focus on this stitch entirely. For example in tambour embroidery, …
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Side to side stem stitch embroidery tutorial
This embroidery stitch looks like two lines of backstitch side by side. But it actually is a variation of the stem stitch that is done in one row. In this …
Satin stitch tutorial – embroidery video instructions
Satin stitch has been playing a huge role in historical embroidery. Even nowadays, the beauty and versatility of this stitch speak for itself. The smooth and shiny surface that you …
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Spring embroidery patterns to spruce up your home
Celebrate spring with a freshly stitched embroidery pattern! These selected patterns and kits are filled with bunnies, bees and of course: spring flowers! From daffodils and dandelions, blooming cherry trees …
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backstitch embroidery tutorial – with video
Backstitch plays a huge part in hand sewing and even in modern embroidery, it is one of the stitches you learn first. When most people think of a sewn seam, …
Rhodes stitch tutorial – embroidery video
The Rhodes stitch is done in a very different way than other embroidery stitches. You can use this technique to fill triangles or circles, too, not just squares. Use the …