If you’ve ever wanted to learn how to use ribbon to embroider, look no further! This comprehensive guide to silk ribbon embroidery for beginners will get you started stitching in no time. Ribbon embroidery is unique because you can position ribbon to lay on the fabric in ways that regular embroidery thread will not. It’s…

Hand embroidery is such a unique medium to work with because it naturally has some texture to it. But did you know that you can make embroidery even more 3-dimensional and textured with different stitches and techniques? Here are 10 different ways to create interesting embroidery textures. Textured Embroidery Stitches First, I wanted to go…

I absolutely adore anything having to do with tulle and flowers, and I’ve had this idea for a while to combine pressed flowers with tulle embroidery and finally got around to making it! So today I’m showing you how I made this daisy and pressed flower tulle embroidery project. A few weeks ago I picked…

Have you ever tried to embroider on a t-shirt, but found that it’s a bit more tricky than you had expected? Learning how to embroider on stretchy fabric can be a challenge, so I’ve got a few recommendations that have helped me. How To Embroider On Stretchy Fabric Use Stabilizer This is my number one…

Today I’m rounding up some free hand embroidery monogram patterns from the antique pattern library. They have so many beautiful antique books that are generously scanned and donated. I love spending time searching through their database of resources. If you like antiques and old lettering, definitely check out their database. All of the books are…

If you’re a beginner and you’re looking to learn how to embroider letters by hand, this post is perfect for you! Lettering can be challenging to get right. You’ll want to use stitches that are easy to stitch fine lines with, so I’ve picked 4 beginner friendly stitches to show you that work great for…

Can You Wash Hand Embroidered Clothes? Over the years, I’ve gotten this question a lot. Occasionally, I’ll embroider a piece of clothing or stitch a pet portrait on a sweatshirt and people will ask for care instructions. I’ve tested out how embroidery withstands washing and wanted to share with you what I’ve found! The short…