June 23, 2006
Basic Embroidery Stitches
Hand embroidery begins with a few basic stitches. Once these stitches are mastered, it’s very easy to move into other … Continue reading Basic Embroidery Stitches
June 22, 2006
Silk Thread – What’s the difference?
Silk embroidery thread or floss for surface embroidery is perhaps one of the most delightful threads to use. But there … Continue reading Silk Thread – What’s the difference?
June 21, 2006
Embroidery Stitches – a book
Embroidery stitches can be learned easily from books. A needle and floss, some fabric, and a good book, and you’re … Continue reading Embroidery Stitches – a book
June 20, 2006
Filet Lace
Filet Lace is probably one of the oldest types of “embroidery.” It’s actually the decoration of a net made up … Continue reading Filet Lace
June 20, 2006
Teaching Embroidery – The Art of Teaching Craft
Teaching embroidery to youth and adults alike can be a rewarding experience. If you’ve never taught before, though, it can be frustrating if you don’t plan carefully.
Fortunately, two ladies – Joyce Spencer and Deborah Kneen – collaborated on a book that takes you step-by-step through the art of teaching craft, whether it is embroidery or any other crafty thing.
June 19, 2006
Ribbon Embroidery & Stumpwork – Book Review
Ribbon embroidery and stumpwork may not be your idea of “beginner’s” embroidery, and, in some cases, I would say it really isn’t. But this fantastic book by Di van Niekerk – Ribbon Embroidery & Stumpwork – makes both ribbon embroidery and stumpwork accessible even to the newbie.
(Update, 2022: There’s a newer edition of this book available. The photos reflect the new edition.)
June 19, 2006
Whitework Embroidery – Inexpensive & Beautiful!
White Work – embroidery in white thread on white fabric – is not as hard as it looks. But another … Continue reading Whitework Embroidery – Inexpensive & Beautiful!