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 29, 2006
The checkered chain stitch has a whole slew of alternate names for it: alternating chain stitch, magic chain stitch, two-colored … Continue reading Checkered or Alternating Chain Stitch Video Tutorial
November 28, 2006
Here’s a video for the heavy chain stitch used in hand embroidery. The heavy chain stitch creates a more solid … Continue reading Heavy Chain Stitch Video Tutorial
November 28, 2006
Ott Lites are great for hand embroidery – they come in all different models, for all kinds of uses. They … Continue reading Looking for a Deal on Ott Lites?
November 27, 2006
Only four days left for my “Christmas is Coming” embroidery design contest! Two great prizes are offered: 1st place – … Continue reading Embroidery Design Contest – Countdown!
November 26, 2006
Of all the hand embroidery stitches that exist, I think the most beautiful, when done well, is the satin stitch. … Continue reading Satin Stitch Video Tutorial
November 25, 2006
The ribbed spider web stitch creates an isolated element on the surface of your embroidery. The ribbed spider web has … Continue reading Ribbed Spider Web Stitch Video Tutorial
November 24, 2006
The fly stitch is a basic embroidery stitch that can be worked both vertically and horizontally. In this particular video … Continue reading Fly Stitch Video Tutorial: Vertical Fly Stitch