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
July 8, 2006
Here’s another free embroidery pattern for ecclesiastical embroidery enthusiasts. This one would look great scaled down on smaller linens, or … Continue reading Ecclesiastical Embroidery Pattern: Crown & Wheat
July 6, 2006
What’s the best way to store floss? That is the million-dollar question! I’ve heard and read rave reviews about different … Continue reading Floss and Thread Organization & Storage
July 6, 2006
Sewing boxes, craft totes, bags, baskets, etc. – every serious (and not-so-serious) stitcher needs a place to store current work. … Continue reading Sewing Baskets & Boxes or Craft Totes – What Do You Use?
July 6, 2006
Your repertoire of basic embroidery stitches would not be complete without a few detached stitches (stitches that stand alone) and … Continue reading Basic Embroidery Stitches: Detached Stitches & Knots
July 5, 2006
Teaching embroidery to kids is a rewarding and fun experience. This summer, I’m teaching a children’s embroidery class to ages … Continue reading Teaching Embroidery to Kids
July 5, 2006
Here’s another ecclesiastical embroidery pattern. The 8-pointed star with the thistles, surrounding the IHS, would be great for any place … Continue reading Ecclesiastical Embroidery Pattern: Thistle & Star
July 4, 2006
A good way to learn basic embroidery stitches is to work a sampler. When I think of samplers, I think … Continue reading Basic Embroidery Stitches Sampler