Beginners tips for needlework


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One of the constant questions asked by those who are new to hand embroidery is how to transfer a design to fabric so that you can stitch it. I have just stumbled upon Back to Basics useful tips and techniques which is provided by the UK based Embroiderers Guild magazine …

Taking Professional Photos of your work


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Now I have never thought of using a visual journal in this way although I am sure I have done it as when taking a photo like this I usually use a piece of A4 paper and I know if my visual journal was lying on the table I would …

Temari balls


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I have always delighted in temari balls particularly as Christmas draws near as many crafters here in OZ make them as Christmas decorations for the tree. They are a great way to use up scrap yarn and they make great gifts too! Japanese Temari explains a little about the history …

New tutorials online


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More and more bloggers are writing tutorials on how to make or do particular things. Some tutorials are obviously quickly written by inexperienced teachers but others being published are real gems. I think it is worth doing a regular round up of these “how to” posts. I thought that if …

A tutorial on how to make a Ric Rac Rose or two

Some people call it ric rac other call it rick rack but no matter what you call the stuff it can make great roses. Here are tutorials for two different types that you can incorporate in your embroidery or craft projects. How to make a Ric Rac Rose 1 Depending …

Fan Ornament tutorial


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There is a fantastic tutorial for a crazy quilted Christmas decoration that Sandie of abeautifulcraft has written. It I clearly written and illustrated and anyone should be able to follow it. Here is the perma link for this Fan ornament

Dictionary of textile terms


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The Full dictionary of textile terms and definitions is worth adding to your favourites as it is a useful reference resource for anyone interested in textiles.