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What kind of fabric should you use for hand embroidery?
The short answer: It depends!
Mar 20, 20237 min read


Which embroidery floss is best?
You may or may not like my answer!
Jul 23, 20226 min read


How to use a needle threader for hand embroidery
Learn how to use one of my very favorite tools!
Jul 14, 20222 min read


Adding embellishments to your embroidery projects using air-erasable fabric pens
These pens are great to have when you're finishing up a piece!
Jun 5, 20222 min read


How to use air-erasable fabric pens for hand embroidery
These pens (theoretically!) disappear on their own. Take a look!
May 29, 20223 min read


Optional supplies for hand embroidery
Let's talk about supplies you don't "need," but might want!
Jan 26, 20225 min read


How to transfer an embroidery design to fabric using washable transfer paper
What it is, where to find it, how to use it, and my best tips and tricks for getting a great result!
Jan 4, 20226 min read


How to separate strands of embroidery floss
The EASIEST way to separate strands of embroidery floss!
Oct 23, 20211 min read


How to use an embroidery hoop
Is your fabric tight enough?
Sep 22, 20212 min read


How to finish an embroidery hoop with cardboard
Why do I do this, and how?
Jun 16, 20214 min read


How to choose an embroidery kit
What makes an embroidery kit "good," and how will you know if that kit is the right kit for you?
Mar 17, 20217 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 17, 20214 min read


Can you remove your embroidery stitches and start over?
A few reasons you might want to remove your embroidery stitches and start over, along with caveats and recommendations to keep in mind!
Dec 4, 20203 min read


Essential Supplies for Embroidery
You only need a few simple supplies to get started in hand embroidery!
Aug 28, 20193 min read
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