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
May 19, 2007
Kreinik, a manufacturer of embroidery threads (probably best know for their metallic threads) has a announced an ornament contest with … Continue reading Embroidery Thread Company Offers Contest with Prizes!
May 17, 2007
These hand embroidery patterns come in handy when you’re looking for a new embroidery project to start, and I especially … Continue reading Free Embroidery Pattern: Flower Medallion
May 16, 2007
Here’s a free hand-embroidery pattern of a “sunflower cross.” I wasn’t sure what else to call it, as the pattern … Continue reading Free Embroidery Pattern: Sunflower Cross
May 14, 2007
If you like Aunt Martha or other iron-on transfers, whether today’s styles or vintage, and you’re looking for a source … Continue reading Embroidery Pattern Resource for Iron-on Patterns
May 11, 2007
Our second embroidered baby quilt is coming along! The squares are connected and the front is put together. This is … Continue reading Embroidered Baby Quilt Update!
May 10, 2007
Kristin Nicholas is an embroidery designer who apparently lives on a farm (check out Getting Stitched on the Farm), and … Continue reading Some Embroidery Books that Look Like Fun!
May 9, 2007
As usual, this summer I will be teaching free embroidery classes to children, as a “community project.” I’m batting around … Continue reading Ideas for Children’s Embroidery Projects?