I have recently discovered Needlework tips and techniques.com which houses articles on embroidery and free projects. Pattern Darning is quick and easy not only teaches you how to do pattern darning but it also provides a free project. An introduction to pulled thread embroidery explains what pulled thread work is …
I am sure I have pointed to the Wet Canvas Site before as it houses so many tutorials and forums on acrylic, watercolour, oil painting, drawing, and mixed mixed media. Now They have a new fiber arts forum which I am sure readers will enjoy investigating. Other forums on Wet …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 sewing or craft projects. How to make a Ric Rac Rose 1 Depending …
