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The ultimate beginner's guide to embroidery stitches (with free sampler!)
If you've ever wanted to learn embroidery but aren't sure where to start we've got you covered! This is the ultimate beginner's guide to 13 embroidery stitches. With video instructions and a free downloadable pattern, you'll be on your way in no time.
Make a Needle Minder with Aimee Ray and her latest book (and a giveaway!)
I've long been a fan of Aimee Ray and the gorgeous things she makes with felt. Read about her book,which is al about fast and fun embroidery.
How to choose the right felt for your project? Let's compare felts!
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between 100% wool felt, wool blend felt and craft, other than price?! On first glance, you might not thing there's much of a difference but there is! Here’s the low down – find out the characteristics of these fabrics and which type is best for your crafts.
A gorgeous new book to get kids stitching!
In my experience, kids love sewing and get so much out of learning to stitch something with their own hands. It's great for their concentration, creativity and confidence and, as a parent or caregiver, it's a great way to get them off their screens for a bit and enjoy some time together. So, I was delighted to be asked to review the new book by Trixi Symonds and Deborah Fisher.
Introducting Edgar the Easter Rabbit!
I've been working on my own design for an heirloom Easter ornament and here he is! Edgar is made with our range of top quality 100% wool felt and comes complete with his basket of Easter treats of little eggs and carrots and a pompom tail.
Your embroidery supply essentials
Getting started with embroidery is super easy as you don’t need very much to have a go and stitch something beautiful. The best bit is that the supplies are not expensive and are usually small enough to take wherever you go (roll on holidays!). With these essential materials and tools you’ll be good to go.
Welcome, Little Elves!
We are so excited that designer Larissa Holland of MmmCrafts has released the third pattern in the 'Twas the Night ornament series - the Little Elves.
Count down to the Twelve days of Christmas!
Pumpkin Pin Cushion DIY
Get a taste of the season with this diy to make a pumpkin pin cushion!
Meet Mouse Charming!
Step into the Secret Garden!
I'm so excited to be collaborating with the lovely Sophie Simpson, aka Delilah from 'What Delilah Did', to bring you an exclusive supplies kit for one of the projects in her latest (yet to be released!) book 'Secret Garden'.