Simple Monogram Stitching
Cloth napkins are not just for special occasions. They can be used every day to help reduce waste and single use items.
embroidery
Embroidery refers to any stitched design with thread on fabric. There are many different types and styles from all around the world.
Embroidering a Picture with Lazy Daisy and Straight Stitch
Straight stitch is one of the simplest embroidery stitches you can do. It is just bringing the needle up and down at the start and end of the stitching line. But don’t let the simplicity fool you. It is still a beautiful and effective stitch with lots of applications.
How do I stitch this design?
The fun of embroidery is expressing your creativity and stitching things however you want. But sometimes if you have a design or picture to embroider, you don’t exactly know where to start. Here are some ideas to get you started.
Embroidering a Picture with Feather Stitch and Chain Stitch
Feather stitch and chain stitch are both fun to do, and a great way to fill a lot of space quickly. They both have unique shapes and texture, so in embroidered pictures, you want to use that to your advantage rather than fighting against it.
Embroidering a Picture with Running Stitch
Running stitch is usually used for hand sewing things. It is a great utility stitch to hold pieces of fabric together. It is the stitch that is used for hand quilting. Running stitch is often overlooked as a decorative embroidery stitch, but it ca be a great option.