Embroidery Ideas

First things first, before you dive into your embroidery project, I’d like to show you how you can start and finish your embroidery thread to secure it. Traditionally using knots to start and finish your embroidery thread is a big no-no. And there are several reasons for this. Firstly the knot can show through your

As you use embroidery floss for a project, you'll find you're left with small bits of leftover floss. These leftover bits of floss are often referred to as Old Ratty Threads (or ORTs, for short), and newer stitchers often ask what they're "supposed" to be doing with them. As is always the case in hand embroidery, there aren't any "rules" for what to do with these leftover bits of floss. In this post, I share a few ideas for what you might do with them!

10 Common mistakes to avoid when learning hand embroidery

If you're new to embroidery, don’t skip these 4 beginner tips. Learn how to get neater stitches, transfer designs like a pro, and enjoy the process with this blog post (click to read more).

Embroidery paper or sticky stabilizer has become a handy tool for many embroiderers all over the world. Transferring a pattern to fabric is something many dislike and the stick n […]

Before we start, an important announcement! I'm having a SALE in my Etsy shop: everything is down 15% until the end of March. Hurry up to make your purchase, especially if you already have my designs in the cart! Now, let's get back to the topic :) When you work long and short stitch, one of your main goals should be the correct direction of your stitches. As long as you achieve that, the surface of your stitching will be smooth, and the blending will be easier. Here are two examples. On the...

Are you making any of these 8 hand embroidery mistakes? They're more common than you think, so here's how to fix them...

Here's how to make your own embroidery patterns that will set you up for success. You'll be stitching your very own original design in no time.

Ombré is the blending of one color to another, typically moving from light to dark. In order to choose colors that work well in an ombré design, it’s helpful to select threads from one color family. The trouble is most craft stores organize thread displays by number rather than color family. However

Hand Embroidery Needle Sizes Explained [With Needle Size Chart] Finding and using the best needle size can make a big difference in your embroidery. For a long time, I didn’t pay much attention to what size needle I was using. If I could thread it, I’d use it. While this works, there is a lot of benefit to choosing a needle that is most suitable to the type and amount of thread you are using. It makes the process a whole lot easier and it sometimes even makes your embroidery look nicer...

Based on real-life events! :) How many times did your fabric get crumbled and puckered and become the cause of your distress? Actually, that's a quite common occurrence, both among beginners and experienced stitchers. The difference is that experienced stitchers usually know a) how to avoid this b) how to fix it if it happens, after all. Recently I got a message asking for help with this exact problem. After using some of my tips, Joanne was able to fix the issue! Knowing that many beginner...

How to Hand Embroider on Tulle Fabric - Crewel Ghoul

Fabric that is stretchy can be a challenge to work with. Here's some helpful tips and tricks for how to embroider on stretchy fabric.

Embroidery is a beautiful art form that can be used to create stunning designs on various fabrics. However, it’s crucial to know how to end your stitches properly to ensure your work stays intact for a long time. Here are some simple steps you can follow to end embroidery stitches: 1. Take your needle through the backside of the fabric. 2. Slide it under the last stitch in the row. 3. Gently pull the thread through and trim off any excess threads.