Turkey work
Turkey work is a great stitch for creating a soft, fuzzy texture in your embroidery work!
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Mar 29, 20212 min read
Raised herringbone stitch
This is a beautiful, easy, and super satisfying way to fill in a shape - and it's especially useful for leaves!
Mar 23, 20212 min read
Feather stitch
Feather stitch is a fun and easy way to stitch vines, wreaths, or general embellishments.
Mar 13, 20212 min read
How to stitch a hand embroidered wreath
5 simple steps to stitch hand embroidered wreaths
Mar 9, 20213 min read
How to turn hand lettering into hand embroidery
Here's your starter guide for turning your hand lettering into hand embroidery!
Mar 5, 20213 min read
Two ways to chain stitch
Two ways to achieve this stitch - which will be your favorite?
Feb 27, 20212 min read
Split back stitch
This stitch is an easy way to follow a curve, whether you're stitching a line drawing, hand lettering, or the center of a simple wreath!
Feb 23, 20211 min read
French knots with varying strands of floss
How many strands *should* you use?
Feb 17, 20214 min read
Transferring a design onto fabric with a white water-erasable pen
My best tips and tricks for working with this incredible transfer tool!
Feb 12, 20213 min read
8 Steps to Perfect French Knots
You can do a French knot - I promise!
Feb 9, 20212 min read
Detached chain stitch
This simple isolated stitch is great for embellishments!
Jan 22, 20213 min read
Woven wheel roses
This beginner-friendly stitch is an easy way to add dimensional flowers to your hand embroidery designs.
Jan 22, 20212 min read
Filling in a space with satin stitch
My tips and tricks for this easy and beautiful stitch!
Jan 20, 20212 min read
Back stitch
The easiest and (arguably) most important stitch for beginners!
Jan 18, 20214 min read
Filling in a space with split back stitch
This super forgiving and simple technique provides a fun texture to your work!
Jan 16, 20211 min read
Following a curve with whipped back stitch
This simple stitch is an easy way to follow a curve!
Jan 13, 20212 min read
How to stitch a thistle flower
Embroidering a thistle flower is easier than you think, and super fun!
Dec 16, 20203 min read
Woven wheel rosebuds
Learn how to stitch this simple rosebud!
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