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Feb 21, 2025
Cutting and Wrapped Bars with Dove's Eyes
Please help me as I am stuck. I took photos of the picture of the finished product, instructions and my project at this point. I am unsure as to where
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Feb 16, 2025
Choosing embroidery fabric for counted thread embroidery techniques
A Guide to choosing fabric for counted thread embroidery. Including cross stitch fabric, evenweave fabrics and linen embroidery fabric
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Feb 14, 2025
Blackwork Embroidery: History, Patterns & How to Get Started
Discover the beauty of blackwork embroidery! Learn its history, master essential stitches, and download free patterns to start today.
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Feb 12, 2025
Become a Cross stitch designer
This ebook gives an insider guide to becoming a cross stitch designer and starting your own business
Feb 11, 2025
How to work fractional stitches in your cross stitch projects
Learn how and where to use fractional stitches in your cross stitch. Half cross stitch, 3/4 and 1/4 stitches can help add detail to a design
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Feb 11, 2025
Free Cross Stitch Patterns to Make in Under an Hour
Free cross stitch patterns that are quick and easy. Learn how to cross stitch with these simple designs from Carol Leather
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Feb 11, 2025
Cross stitch card making ideas
A visitor to the site, Rachel, shares one of her cross stitch card making ideas
Feb 11, 2025
Counted Cross Stitch - using linen and evenweave fabrics
Time to try counted cross stitch on linen or evenweave fabrics? Learn about the advantages over Aida and how to determine the finished project size.
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Feb 11, 2025
cross stitch vs embroidery: which needlework type is best for you?
Choose from cross stitch or embroidery - let your creativity shine through & create beautiful items to last a lifetime! No matter which you choose, have fun
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Feb 11, 2025
Waste Canvas Wonders - Personalize Your Wardrobe with Stitching
Take your needlework to the next level with waste canvas: Transform your clothes into one-of-a-kind statement pieces
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Feb 11, 2025
Attaching beads to cross stitch and blackwork projects
A super simple way of attaching beads to your cross stitch and blackwork, with step by step instructions
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Feb 11, 2025
Enjoy this free blackwork pattern and learn double running stitch
Download this free blackwork embroidery pattern, perfect for beginners. Includes step-by-step instructions to create a beautiful Harvest Time coaster.
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Feb 11, 2025
Baby cross stitch patterns from designer Carol Leather
Choose from these baby cross stitch patterns to celebrate a new member of your family. Includes a sampler, that can be adapted to a card.
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Feb 11, 2025
Hardanger Patterns: Discover the Beauty of This Traditional Craft
Carol Leather's hardanger patterns are beautifully crafted and a joy to stitch. Browse our collection and find the perfect project for you
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Feb 04, 2025
Redwork Embroidery - its history and techniques,
An overview of the history and techniques of redwork embroidery, including its origins, the Victorian era, and the modern-day relevance.
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Jan 12, 2025
Embroidery Stitch Sampler: A Creative Way to Practice and Explore
Discover how an embroidery stitch sampler can help you practice stitches, experiment with techniques, and grow your confidence—no perfection required!
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Jan 12, 2025
Free Christmas Bargello Design: A Needlepoint Pattern for Beginners
Create your own Bargello Christmas design with this free needlepoint pattern. Perfect for beginners, with step-by-step instructions and downloadable pattern.
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Jan 11, 2025
What is slow stitching? A personal response to the question
Carol gives her answer to the question: what is slow stitching and explains how you can get started and the benefits of doing so.
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Jan 08, 2025
Discover the Magic of Cross Stitch: A Beginner's Guide
New to cross stitch? Start here! Get the lowdown on this easy-to-learn craft, from basic stitches to finishing techniques. Plus, grab free patterns!
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Jan 08, 2025
Free Redwork Embroidery Patterns & Step-by-Step Instructions
Learn this simple technique with a mother hen design, the first of my free redwork embroidery patterns using simple stitches and a single thread colour.
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Jan 08, 2025
Learn blackwork embroidery shading techniques with this pear design
Learn how to add shading to your blackwork embroidery using two different techniques, while stitching this picture depicting a pair of pears
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Jan 07, 2025
Learn Herringbone Stitch: Techniques, Tips, and Stunning Applications
Discover the versatility of herringbone stitch with this detailed guide. Step-by-step tutorials, creative uses, and expert tips bring your projects to life
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Jan 07, 2025
Learn bullion stitch, aka bullion knots and how to use them
How do you make a perfect bullion knot? Expert tips for adding bullion stitch to your embroidery projects with ease.
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Jan 07, 2025
Learn Feather Stitch Embroidery: Step-by-Step Tutorials & Variations
Feather stitch embroidery made easy! Step-by-step guide with videos, creative variations, and pro tips for embroidery enthusiasts of all levels
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Jan 04, 2025
Blackwork designs featuring Mischief the cat
These blackwork designs feature the antics of Mischeif the cat. Available as downloadable charts
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Jan 04, 2025
A beginner guide to hardanger embroidery - overcast bars & doves eyes
Part 2 of the free beginner guide to hardanger embroidery. Learn to stitch Kloster blocks, wrapped bars, and dove’s eyes with step-by-step instructions
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Dec 30, 2024
Cross Stitch Calculator: Pick The Best Fabric Count In Seconds
Cross stitch calculator - Get the right fabric size for your cross stitch project. Simply input your design dimensions and fabric count for instant results
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Dec 27, 2024
Hand quilting a cross stitch lap blanket
I have completed a cross stitch lap blanket. Now, do I finish it with hand quilting straight stitch right through the cross stitching? === Hi Susan,
Dec 03, 2024
Woven picots: How to Embroider Realistic Petals and Leaves
Learn how to create stunning woven picots with this step-by-step guide! Perfect for adding texture and dimension to your embroidery projects
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Nov 30, 2024
Twilleys tapestry kit
I have a kit but have lost the instructions. Twilleys have ceased trading so I cannot request a replacement. My question is about the yarn supplied.
Nov 30, 2024
Whitework Embroidery Stitches: Step-by-Step Cobbler Stitch Guide
Discover the beauty of whitework embroidery stitches with a step-by-step guide to Cobbler Stitch, featuring a detailed diagram and photo of the finished sample
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Nov 28, 2024
Learn Hand Embroidery Stitches: Step-by-Step Techniques with Carol
Learn hand embroidery stitches to fill areas of a design. Carol’s step-by-step tutorials make it easy to create beautiful, textured patterns.
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Nov 26, 2024
Basic Embroidery Stitches for Beginners - Simple Guides and Tips
Learn basic embroidery stitches with easy-to-follow tutorials and practical tips. Perfect for beginners looking to add a creative touch to their projects
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Nov 26, 2024
Which hand embroidery stitches are best for stems and twigs
A selection of hand embroidery stitches that are ideal for outlining shapes or stitching stems, branches, twigs, vines and even seaweed.
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Nov 22, 2024
Embroidery hoops - all you ever wanted to know about using them
Discover expert tips for using embroidery hoops. Learn how to adjust tension, position screws, prevent snags, and choose between different hoop types.
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Nov 04, 2024
Thread terminology
I'm following counted cross stitch instructions, but am confused by some terms: one is easy - use one strand folded double is in essence, two strands The
Nov 02, 2024
Needlepoint Patterns: Discover Beautiful Designs for Your Next Project
Needlepoint patterns that use textured needlepoint stitches and over-dyed threads make up the Textures to Dye for range
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Nov 01, 2024
Stitch a French knot the easy way with this step by step tutorial
The best way to stitch a French knot without getting in a tangle. These clear instructions and video will show you how its done
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Oct 29, 2024
Top Needlework Finishing Techniques for Stunning Results
Discover essential needlework finishing techniques to preserve and display your projects beautifully, from framing to hemming.
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Oct 28, 2024
Blackwork Samplers - Downloadable charts by Carol Leather
Blackwork isn't just for pictures to hang on the wall, blackwork samplers can be made into gorgeous cushions/pillows as these designs show
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Oct 28, 2024
Assisi embroidery - designs with a blackwork twist
Try a new twist on assisi embroidery, these three designs use blackwork instead of cross stitch to give a wonderful effect.
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Oct 28, 2024
Blackwork for Beginners Book
Blackwork for Beginners - learn this fascinating needlework technique with Carol Leather's book
Oct 24, 2024
Vintage embroidery photos
Photos of vintage embroidery projects, kindly sent in by Averi of her mother's work.
Oct 22, 2024
Free Hand Embroidery Designs and Lessons
Discover a variety of free hand embroidery designs and lessons. Learn techniques like blackwork, cross-stitch, and hardanger with detailed patterns & tutorials
Oct 22, 2024
Freelance Sewing Jobs from Home: Start Earning with Sewing Skills
Seeking home sewing jobs? Find freelance sewing opportunities, plus tips for starting your own home-based sewing business. Turn your skills into income today.
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Oct 21, 2024
Fabric size vs design size vs hoop size
I am doing a project on 8 inch fabric. The design is a 6 inch and I want to use a 4 inch hoop. Is that OK?
Oct 21, 2024
Piecing a Crazy Quilt Block using the stitch and flip method
Get creative with fabric scraps! Learn the stitch and flip technique to make a one-of-a-kind crazy quilt block. Follow my step-by-step guide.
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Sep 30, 2024
threading the needle and satin stitch
Is there an easy way to thread the needle? I use the needle threaders with the wire but after several uses the wire breaks. I also have trouble with
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