Stitching a motif with satin stitch
Satin stitch is a beautiful way to stitch a motif. It is not difficult to do, but there are a few keys to remember to make the stitching look even more beautiful.
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Stitching a motif with backstitch
Backstitch is a classic embroidery stitch, and for good reason. It is easy to do and it looks great. Any motif can be done with backstitch and pictures can be made if you use different colours.
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Stitching a motif with running stitch
Running stitch is often overlooked as a decorative embroidery stitch because it is so utilitarian. But it can add great colour and texture to a piece of embroidery. If you are stitching along in the sampler, the first one we stitch will be with running stitch.
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Under the Sea Quilt
This fun quilt is made with tall nine patch blocks and hand-embroidered sea creatures.
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Embroidered Cards for Christmas and more
If you are looking for an easy stitching activity for all ages, embroidered cards are the perfect choice. They don’t require a lot of special equipment or supplies and the techniques are easy to learn.
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Hardanger Embroidery Tutorial Part 4 – Weaving and Dove’s Eye
After the fabric threads have been cut and removed, there are open spaces in the cloth. The next step is to fill them in with stitching. This is what gives hardanger a beautiful lacy effect.