If you are looking for stitch tutorials Check my Stitch Dictionary first.
Tutorials and Resources for hand embroiderers.
What hand embroidery supplies do I need? A comprehensive article explaining what you need to start out.
How to bind and use an embroidery hoop This article covers not only binding a hoop but, what size to use and how to tension it for surface embroidery.
How to Transfer Embroidery patterns to fabric
How to start embroidery without a Knot
12 Surface Stitches for Beginners This is a direct PDF download You need Acrobat reader to read it.
Tutorials and Resources for crazy quilters.
A tutorial on how to work decorative crazy quilt seams this is a comprehensive tutorial that I converted to a pdf file (a link to the download is in the article) When I converted it I realised how comprehensive it was. At 19 pages of information it is a resource worth investigating!
For free crazy quilt block patterns visit the CQ Details FAQ which houses links to series of articles.
A tutorial on how to make a Ric Rac Rose
Crease free Silk Ribbon Storage
How to make a 5 pointed ribbon flower
How to stitch a silk ribbon Fargo Rose
Studio Journaling Tutorials
Some tips on choosing a Visual Journal
How to add pages to a wire bound sketchbook
Art Journal Technique Gesso as base
From studio journal design to embroidered piece
Dueling Fiddlers from photo to stitch
A prune or a pickle the process of working up a small paisley design
Other tutorials
Tips for managing large projects.
How to make fabric from scrap thread (what I did with the contents of my Orts Jar)
Tips for using Chenille thread
How to use transfer dyes to print on synthetic fabric.
Skeining and tying off threads to dye
My book for creative stitchers
If you enjoy my site you will gain real value from my book: Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery: Visual Guide to 120 Essential Stitches for Stunning Designs
Feeling stale? Wondering how to add sparkle to your embroidery? I have aimed Creative Stitches for Contemporary Embroidery to be suitable for both beginners and seasoned embroiderers. It introduces techniques to encourage your creative interpretations of stitches. I guide you towards discovering play-points in your embroidery by varying the height and width; by stacking stitches; or by filling multiple rows with the same stitch. With creative variations and demonstrations of tiny tweaks, You will be ready to head off down your own creative path and, of course, illustrated with plenty of eye candy!
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Have you seen my Crazy Quilting book?
My book The Visual Guide to Crazy Quilting Design: Simple Stitches, Stunning Results shares detailed practical methods about how to design and make a crazy quilt. From fabric choice, to balancing colour, texture, and pattern, in order to balance and direct the eye around the block. I cover how to stitch, build decorative seam treatments in interesting and creative ways. My book is profusely illustrated as my aim is to be practical and inspiring.
Just found your site and read your embroidery supplies list. I’ve found some Irish linen at a fabric shop but don’t know if it is suitable for embroidery it says 200gsm. What does this mean?
The Irish linen will be fine – in fact its quite a find! 200gsm is a measure used the weight of papers – I think someone is perhaps is using up some old papers for the label? Not sure but fabric is measured in threads per inch.
Me gustaria recibir correos con sus trabajos.
Hi Sharon,
I bought your book last week and it is really fabulous – what a lovely job you did! Congratulations!
I wonder if you could do a short video tutorial on the FARGO rose, I can’t understand it from the pictures in the book – probably because I am old and dim, but I would love to be able to make it.
Thank you,
Kind wishes,
Joan Wells
(United Kingdom)
Through your book I have now found your website and have ordered both sets of your templates. Thank you!
Hi Linda I have just sent you an email about your order- pleased you found me
I can’t find the cost of a subscription anywhere. Have I missed this information Thanks
I do love your work I and would like to access your pages again if possible
Please. Christine
Christine I am not sure I understand your request – just follow the links on the site as there are no ‘closed’ areas
tabs along the top take you to areas of the site – with links to tutorials the stitch dictionary etc
Do you show instructions for stitchers using their left hand.
Yes Lesley there are right and left handed instructions in my book
Sus trabajos son maravillosos.
I want your mewsletter. Thank you very much.
Manuela – Thanks – the subscription link is in the side bar
i want very well your newsletter
Trijnie in the right hand side bar is a subscription offer -where it says “Have Pintangle delivered to your inbox” click on that link – fill it in and you will get my newsletter
bravo bravo ! que de merveilles ! merci .