When it came to stitching knots in my hand embroidery, I used to almost exclusively use the french knot stitch - I loved it! I loved how I could wrap the thread around the needle more times to get a larger knot. I loved the wonderful stubbly texture it created when I filled a shape entirely with knots. And then, I discovered the colonial knot.
Read More6 Hand Embroidery Stitches You Can Use to Fill a Shape
Fill stitches in hand embroidery are simply a way to fill a shape with a certain stitch. The most commonly used and well-known fill stitch is probably the satin stitch, but I’m happy to share that there are so many more options to choose from if you are not a fan of the satin stitch! Read more to download the free pattern in this post and learn how to use some unique fill stitches.
Read MoreHow to Use the Chain Stitch as a Fill Stitch
One of the things I love most about hand embroidery is all the different textures you can create with the same fabric and thread depending on what stitches you use. What’s even more fun is taking a traditional stitch and using it in a new way. Using the chain stitch as a fill stitch rather than an outline stitch is a beautiful way to highlight this stitch’s loopy lines.
Read More2 Different Techniques for Embroidering Letters + Free Patterns for This Veggie Garden Fabric
I love to use words in my patterns, often in script or hand lettered styles. Today I wanted to share some tips for different ways you can stitch your words when the letters’ lines vary in weight. Plus download these free patterns to use on this colorful "Eat a Rainbow" fabric by Honeyberry Studios!
Read MoreHow to Finish the Back of Your Embroidery Hoop Art
Once you’ve completed an embroidery project, there are several different ways you can display your fiber art. One of those is by keeping the art right in the hoop. Here are two simple ways you can finish off your embroidery hoop art so it can be displayed right in the hoop.
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