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Stumpwork

Stumpwork

 An introduction to wired slips   Stumpwork is a three dimensional embroidery technique utilizing padding and wire. This tutorial will focus on wired slips which are 3D elements created using...

Stumpwork

 An introduction to wired slips   Stumpwork is a three dimensional embroidery technique utilizing padding and wire. This tutorial will focus on wired slips which are 3D elements created using...

Bloom Video Stitch Along

Bloom Video Stitch Along

  Video #1. Intro and Materials         

Bloom Video Stitch Along

  Video #1. Intro and Materials         

Framing in a Hoop

Framing in a Hoop

  The easiest way to complete a hand embroidery project is to finish it in a wooden embroidery hoop. For this tutorial I demonstrate two simple ways to finish your...

Framing in a Hoop

  The easiest way to complete a hand embroidery project is to finish it in a wooden embroidery hoop. For this tutorial I demonstrate two simple ways to finish your...

Keys for a Perfect Long and Short Stitch

Keys for a Perfect Long and Short Stitch

Long and short stitch, also known as "thread-painting" or "needle-painting" is a challenging yet rewarding embroidery skill. Use this stitch to create color gradations and shading or highlighting to give...

Keys for a Perfect Long and Short Stitch

Long and short stitch, also known as "thread-painting" or "needle-painting" is a challenging yet rewarding embroidery skill. Use this stitch to create color gradations and shading or highlighting to give...

Double Hoop Assembly

Double Hoop Assembly

UPDATE: Please find a video here showing a finishing method without glue. Write up to follow soon! Please enjoy the video tutorial below or follow along with the photos and...

Double Hoop Assembly

UPDATE: Please find a video here showing a finishing method without glue. Write up to follow soon! Please enjoy the video tutorial below or follow along with the photos and...

Fishbone Stitch Tutorial

Fishbone Stitch Tutorial

 Fishbone stitch is a favorite for leaves but it is a fairly versatile stitch that can be used for filling other shapes. Before getting into some fun variations here is a ...

Fishbone Stitch Tutorial

 Fishbone stitch is a favorite for leaves but it is a fairly versatile stitch that can be used for filling other shapes. Before getting into some fun variations here is a ...