I like to think that is has all the elements of a tapestry, as it is a textile based weaving in of Scotland’s history, told over 160 stitched panels, all created by over 1,000 volunteer stitchers, whose names are recorded at the entrance to the exhibition. As I was going through the...
Hedebo embroidery is a historical open work or whitework embroidery which originated in Denmark in the mid-18th century. Hedebo embroidery (hedebo means heathland) can be rather geometric or very floral or a combination of both. There are two basic embroidery stitches used in hedebo lace: button...
This stitch is so easy to make. You will have it down within the first couple of stitches. Backstitch is great for any type of outlining. It’s one of the most common stitches. It’s also a stitch that goes well with other basic stitches which makes it easier to learn. You can embe...
satin stitch, stem stitch, french knots and seed and fill stitches. These stitches are the backbone of embroidery - there are loads more advanced stitches out there, too. Once you've mastered the embroidery stitches in this instructable, I really recommend googling or going to the library to ...
If you have always wanted to try machine applique, but are intimidated by it, this is the class for you. In this beginner friendly class, Melissa will share with you tips and techniques to add machine applique to your bag of tricks! We will discuss fabric prep, stabilizers, stitches, and...
Plain block unit graphs also appear in the embroidery pattern section. They work well for counted embroidery including cross stitch and its variants; lacis; darned net, drawn or pulled thread work; withdrawn thread work; filet crochet; knitting and double knitting; tiles and mosaics, marquetry, ...
Customize your thumbnail reports to include sewing information and number of thumbnails per page. Print actual Size with complete sewing information. Great for at your embroidery machine. Print a design table of contents and optionally include file names ...
In this beginner friendly class, Melissa will share with you tips and techniques to add machine applique to your bag of tricks! We will discuss fabric prep, stabilizers, stitches, and helpful tools. This class comes with pdf instructions and a free design that you can take home and practice...