Where can I get old redwork patterns?
Do I use heavy stiff fabric to embroider a badge?
What Embroidery Stitch Is This?
Could anyone please help me identify this embroidery stitch? I've been going crazy trying to figure it out, but I can't seem to identify it. Thank you!
This is a guide to organizing embroidery floss. It is important to have a wide variety of colors when doing embroidery. However, that many spools of floss can easily become tangled and disorganized.
Does anyone know of a good source for free, vintage, red work designs? I am thinking of using them to make quilt squares. Thanks.
Free Patterns for Hand Embroidery
I am looking for free hand embroidery patterns to download. I am unable to purchase them any longer.
How do I embroider something on something quickly?
Needle Punch Embroidery Supplies and Books
I would like to learn the art of Russian needle punch embroidery. Does anybody who does that needle art have any advice on what punch needle to start out with and where to buy it for the best price? Also, what beginner's book would you suggest?
Paper Embroidery Turkey Pattern
Does anyone have a picture of a turkey I could use to do embroidery on paper?Thank you.
Help with Satin Embroidery Stitch
I'm just learning to embroider, are there any other beginners out there. I'm having a little problem with my satin stitches on a large area, I'm not sure where to start stitching?
Embroidery Transfer Pattern Books
Does anyone know of a source for buying the old transfer pattern books for embroidery? I have looked for simple pattern books but have been unable to find any. Thanks for any help.
Does anyone know of a site that I can go to for embroidery stitches? I would like to learn to embroider. I have wanted to do this for many years. Thank you.
Landscaping Fabric as an Embroidery Stabilizer
It's hard to find a stabilizer for machine embroidery on black and navy fabrics. I've found that weed barrier cloth (landscaping fabric) which is black in color works great and is both cheap and sturdy.
Use Dryer Sheets for Embroidery
I recently bought a sewing/embroidery machine and love to embroider on things that I make. The stabilizer is pretty expensive so I didn't buy any, instead I use dryer sheets.
Embroidering a Vine onto a Scarf
Would anyone know of a pattern to embroider a vine on a scarf?
Keeping Embroidery Threads In Place
I have a bag that is embroidered and the thread is getting caught on items and it is also starting to get fuzzy. Is there anything I can spray on it to hold the thread in place. I thought about hairspray? Would that work? Any suggestions? Thanks!
I am working on a gown that has sheer overlay in an organdy or similar fabric. I want to do some embroidery on the sheer fabric. Any tips? I hand embroidery all the time but never attempted doing it on sheers.
Looking for Baby Quilts to Embroider
Where can I find baby blankets that are quilted and ready to embroider?
I often teach my children basic embroidery stitches using simple designs. If you are helping a little one to do stitching, this is a nice way to put the sample pieces to use.
I am in need of a transfer to hand embroider a robin. As young children, my siblings and I lost our mother and because she always woke us in the mornings with the "red robin" song. I thought it would be nice to give to my siblings a robin with the song framed.
"Lily of the Valley" Embroidery Design
I am an avid sewer and embroider. I was wondering if anyone has some designs they would like to share. I only hand embroidery - no machine. I do lots of pillowcases and childrens clothes. Right now I am in need of a hand embroidery design of the "Lily of the Valley" flowers.
"Colonial Lady" Pillowcase Pattern
Does anyone know where to find a pattern for the "Colonial Lady" or "southern belle" type of embroidery pattern that you used to do on the edge of a pillow? You embroidered the head and upper body, and then crocheted the "skirt" on the edge of the pillowcase. I am looking for either already stamped pillowcases or an iron-on transfer pattern.
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<img src="/images/articles/winner.jpg" align="left" width="72" height="77">I often teach my children basic embroidery stitches using simple designs. If you are helping a little one to do stitching, this is a nice way to put the sample pieces to use.
