Incorporating reverse appliqué into your embroidered felt appliqué projects can be an interesting technique to try because it adds even more dimension to your layered felt. With reverse appliqué you layer two pieces of fabric with the bottom layer being visible through the top layer. This technique is done by cutting out a shape in the top piece of fabric to allow the fabric under it to show through.
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How to Use Adhesive Mounting Board to Display Your Embroidery Project
Displaying your embroidery project doesn’t mean it has to stay in a hoop. Follow the instructions below to create mounted embroidery that can be placed on a desktop, shelf, or mantle. Once the finished embroidery is mounted on adhesive board, you can also frame it!
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4 Ways to Add Appliquéd Details to Your Hand Embroidery
Hand appliqué isn’t just for quilting. You can use it to layer fabric in all sorts of hand embroidery projects. Plus it’s a great way to use up fabric scraps, try new stitches, and experiment with freehand embroidery. In this article, I’ll be walking you through a few different examples of hand appliqué in which the raw fabric edges become a part of your finished embroidered work.
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How to Create a Stitch Sampler with Printed Fabric
Stitch samplers are a great way to experiment with a variety of stitches and techniques, and they are one of my favorite ways to practice new stitches. They can be randomly laid out or have a structured appearance, they can be as simple or complex as you want them to be, and are an opportunity to create some quick decor. Plus they make great reference tools when you are looking for inspiration on future projects!
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10 Ways to Use Kids’ Art to Inspire Your Embroidery
In addition to putting a big smile on your face, one of the fun things about kids’ art is that it makes a great embroidery pattern. The lines are usually simple and can be traced and stitched up really quickly, making it a very unique keepsake or gift. And the artwork can be featured in many more places than just as wall art. Read on for a quick tutorial and ideas!
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