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New bead soup packs in shop

Just a quick heads up as we have new bead soup packs available in shop!   These bead packs available in shop are selected especially for use in creative embroidery. The types and sizes of beads are better suited for stitching to fabric, rather than for making jewellery. With the …

TAST Week 24

So we are back gain, for TAST week 24. This week is not only fun, it is also an easy week for both the TAST and the Beyond TAST streams. I hope everyone has fun! Fern Stitch is a very quick and easy stitch to work. So for those who …

TAST Break Week 2

TAST Break Week 2 is upon us — in other words, it’s a catch-up week. If you are up to date with your homework, take a little break. I don’t know a stitcher who has not got other projects to work on – so this is your chance. By all means …

TAST Week 23

For TAST week 23 I have a stitch that is new to TAST this week. It is Interlaced Band which is worked between two lines of Back stitch. This stitch is great for using novelty yarns and thicker threads. My main tip for this stitch and any stitch where you are …

TAST Week 22

The stitch for Take a Stitch Tuesday (TAST) week 22 is an interesting version of Chain stitch, called Cable chain stitch. This is a pleasant stitch to work because you can develop a good easy-paced rhythm. It is also a very useful stitch, as it is a linear stitch that …

TAST Week 21

The stitch for Take a Stitch Tuesday (TAST) Week 21 is Oyster Stitch which looks difficult until you understand how it works. Once you understand the mechanics of it, this stitch is quick and easy to work. And it produces a nice textured chain stitch that you can use in …

Embroidery Extravaganza 2025

Embroidery Extravaganza 2025 has been launched and I am teaching! Enjoy a day with 10 high-caliber instructors sharing their favourite techniques, materials, and design insights. You will be inspired with loads of inspiration, and stitchy surprises—live online July 17. Embroidery Extravaganza 2025 is a one-day virtual event will have your …