I learned to embroider when I was a kid, when everyone was really into cross stitch (remember the '80s?). Eventually, I migrated to surface embroidery, teaching myself with whatever I could get my hands on...read more
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I learned to embroider when I was a kid, when everyone was really into cross stitch (remember the '80s?). Eventually, I migrated to surface embroidery, teaching myself with whatever I could get my hands on...read more
Contact Mary
November 24, 2007
Joyce sent along some photos of a gorgeous embroidered quilt she is working on for her granddaughter. In selecting patterns … Continue reading Embroidery Work from A Reader: An Embroidered Quilt
November 23, 2007
I was able to finish up the basic outline of the beetlewing embroidery project and attach the wings, so I … Continue reading Goldwork Embroidery Outline Complete, Wings Attached
November 21, 2007
Here’s the next stage of my goldwork and beetle wing embroidery practice – sewing some of the gold on! This … Continue reading The Goldwork Embroidery Part Begins…
November 20, 2007
I’m not sure if you like the step-by-step on these types of embroidery projects! It just occurred to me as … Continue reading Preparing Beetle Wings for Embroidery
November 19, 2007
This past week, I began a practice embroidery project featuring goldwork and beetlewings. I began the project last week, and … Continue reading Transferring a Hand Embroidery Design: Prick & Pounce
November 18, 2007
If you like to browse sites with great photos of embroidered work – especially if you’re interested in historical embroidery … Continue reading Great Site for Embroidery Inspiration!
November 17, 2007
I never did share photos of my finished embroidered iris, which is a needle painting project from Tanja Berlin. So … Continue reading Embroidered Iris – Completed Needle Painting Project