I am doing a happy dance this morning because this is the start of block 50 which means I am half way through documenting this quilt since there are 100 blocks in the quilt.. If you click on the image above you will see a larger version of the block. …
This area is to be found on Section 33 of the For Love of Stitching band sampler. Stitches Used: I was experimenting with varieties of chain stitch Threads: Hand dyed silk thread, hand dyed cotton and wool Fabric: Hand dyed cotton Date: This section of the sampler was worked mid …
This pattern is part of the Friday Freebie series where I offer a free pattern for you to stitch. If you need to know how I would transfer this pattern to fabric, I have a tutorial on how to transfer embroidery designs to fabric which may help.
Seam decoration on crazy quilt block: This detail is the last on Block 49 of the I Dropped the Button Box crazy quilt. As you can see it is a cluster of vintage and modern buttons. Some are further embellished with seed bead tassels. What is the story? This regularly published …
This area is to be found on Section 33 of the For Love of Stitching band sampler. Stitches Used: I was experimenting with crested chain stitch Threads: Hand dyed silk thread Fabric: Hand dyed cotton Date: This section of the sampler was worked mid to late 2008. Size: The For Love …
There are not many tutorials online that cover pulled thread embroidery. There is a reason for this as describing how to get the correct tension is complex and often there are many steps involved. If you have ever wanted to try some pulled work try this new tutorial over on …
Seam decoration on crazy quilt block: On this detail on Block 49 of the I Dropped the Button Box crazy quilt theaded some ribbon though hand dyed nylon lace then added a few beads to complete the embellishment. What is the story? This regularly published series aims to illustrate and document …
