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Blanket Stitch

by | Feb 18, 2016 | Basic stitches, stitches

The blanket stitch is simple and easy, it is one of the most sought after stitches. Bring the needle out through 1. Now, loop the thread around the needle. Take the needle in through 2 and bring it out from 3, as shown. ...

How to embroider a bee step by step

by | Mar 13, 2016 | Techniques

How to embroider a bee step by step Here are the instructions to embroider a bee step by step.   We used the following stitches Split back stitch Straight stitch Lazy daisy stitch Satin stitch French knot Turkish work All of the embroidery is executed with...

Ribbed spider web stitch

by | Mar 18, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The ribbed spider web stitch has a raised effect and can be used as a very decorative piece in your embroidery. Start by embroidering a star having a variable number of branches with straight stitch, it will be used as a template. For this example, we will use a 8...

Chain stitch

by | Mar 23, 2016 | Basic stitches, stitches

The chain stitch is a looped stitch that can be worked along a curved or straight line. To work the basic chain stitch, start with a lazy daisy stitch and instead of finishing with an anchoring stitch, continue with a new loop. Finish the line with an anchoring...

Encroaching fly stitch

by | Mar 27, 2016 | Filling stitches, stitches

Generally the encroaching fly stitch is worked circularly and allows to obtain plain round surfaces with a sort of thicker outer ring. We use it here to embroider Agapanthus. You have to work the stitch in the same way you would do for the common fly stitch but...

Introduction to needle painting

by | Apr 17, 2016 | Techniques

Introduction to needle painting For some years now, I visit my friend Michele in Colombier near Neuchâtel in Switzerland to give embroidery classes. Her shop ” Au fil des Saisons ” is a gold mine for knitters. She offers many varieties of wool, each more...

How to embroider a large flower

by | May 1, 2016 | Techniques

How to embroider a large flower without using needle painting technique I will soon propose to you a new design that I am currently embroidering. It consists among others of two large flowers of more than 8 cm in diameter and of course with large petals. When I...

How to embroider a dragonfly step by step

by | May 15, 2016 | Techniques

How to embroider a dragonfly step by step Here are the instructions to embroider a dragonfly step by step. We used the following stitches Split back stitch Straight stitch Stem stitch Satin stitch All of the embroidery is executed with DMC cotton floss  and hereafter...

The tradition of embroidery in St. Gallen

by | Jun 19, 2016 | Varia

The tradition of embroidery in St. Gallen The tradition of textile of St. Gallen in Switzerland is a heritage passed down from generation to generation. Until the 17th century, the area was best known for its cloth and for its cotton products. In the 19th century, the...

The four sided stitch

by | Jul 17, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The four sided stitch is embroidered from bottom to top and from left to right, working over the same number of threads in all directions. Embroider the first stitch upwards and take the needle out diagonally down. Make a stitch from left to right ending at the start...

Needlepoint scissor fob

by | Jul 17, 2016 | Techniques

Needlepoint scissor fob This is the complete embroidery I used a 38 count ivory linen. You will need a 15 cm square piece of fabric. As for the threads I used DMC “spécial à broder n° 25”  color 349 and the assorted cotton floss. For this project I used 3...

Woven Rose

by | Aug 9, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The woven rose is a very easy pattern to realize and requires no special skill for an amazing result. Embroider first a 5-branch star in straight stitches with 2 threads with a cotton matching the ribbon color. Secure the thread firmly. Pull up the ribbon near the...

Ribbon stitch

by | Aug 11, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The ribbon stitch is the most basic of all the ribbons stitches. It is mainly used to make great leaves or petals. Bring the needle from the back to the front. Hold the ribbon flat and pierce the ribbon in the center. Pull the ribbon down through itself until it curls...

How to embroider chestnuts step by step

by | Sep 11, 2016 | Techniques

How to embroider chestnuts step by step Here are the instructions to embroider chestnuts step by step. We used the following stitches Split back stitch Back stitch Straight stitch Chain stitch Satin stitch Turkey work We used the following colors DMC cotton floss 830,...

Palestrina stitch

by | Sep 19, 2016 | Basic stitches, stitches

Palestrina stitch has its origin in Italy. This stitch is usually used for outlining or bordering purposes. Any type of fabric and thread can be used to do this stitch, but the perle cotton n°8 will give the best knotted effect. If you decide to work with floss cotton...

Bullion stitch roses

by | Sep 19, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

How to embroider bullion stitch roses The center of a rose is made of 2 bullions stitches with 2 threads and 2 wraps, starting and finishing in the same hole    The rose is made of a succession of bullion stitches worked around and overlapping slightly. What I...

Spider web stitch

by | Sep 19, 2016 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The spider web stitch is a very easy one to make and requires no special skill for an amazing result. Please refer to the instructions of the woven ribbon rose, that is exactly the same work...

Flowerbeds 1 and 2

by | Sep 25, 2016 | mystery

Instructions for flowerbeds 1 and 2 You can download the designs of the flowerbeds 1 an 2 HERE Flowerbed n°1 The border is embroidered in chain stitch with 2 threads The flowers are embroidered in spider web stitch with 2 threads. The leaves are embroidered in lazy...

Flowerbed 3 and 4

by | Oct 8, 2016 | mystery

Instructions for flowerbed 3 and 4 You can download the designs of the flowerbed 3 and 4 HERE Flowerbed n°3 The border is embroidered in chain stitch with 2 threads The flowerbed n° 3 is filled with wowen roses in 4mm silk ribbon.   All roses are completed. The...

Flowerbed 10 and 11

by | Oct 22, 2016 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 10 and 11 The designs of flowerbed 10 and 11 can be downloaded HERE Both borders are embroidered in whipped chain stitch with 2 threads. The stems and the leaves are embroidered in fly stitch, the flowers in bullion stitch, all with...

Christmas

by | Oct 26, 2016 | Christmas

Christmas Like every year, it’s almost Christmas time and I would like to propose to you some small projects to realize on this occasion.   No Results Found The page you requested could not be found. Try refining your search, or use the navigation above to...

A taste of Christmas

by | Oct 27, 2016 | Christmas, Projects, Projects 2016

A taste of Christmas Here you will find the pictures and instructions to help you in completing this charming scissor fob. This design can be downloaded HERE     The branch is embroidered in long and short stitch with one thread. The leaves are embroidered in...

Flowerbed 16 and 17

by | Nov 6, 2016 | mystery

  Here are explanations for flowerbed 16 and 17 The designs of flowerbed 16 and 17 can be downloaded HERE   Both borders are embroidered in whipped chain stitch with 2 threads. The 5 petals of these flowers are embroidered with lazy daisy stitch combined with bullion...

Flowerbed 19 and 20

by | Nov 20, 2016 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 19 and 20 The designs of flowerbed 19 and 20 can be downloaded HERE   Both borders are embroidered in heavy chain stitch with 2 threads. The corollas of the peonies are embroidered in blanket stitch with 1 thread. Roses with ribbon...

Christmas ornament

by | Nov 27, 2016 | Christmas

Christmas ornament Here you will find the pictures and instructions to help you in completing this ornament. This design can be downloaded HERE   You will find below the photos and explanations of this design as I had fun to embroider it. I took advantage of this...

Flowerbed 13 and 14

by | Dec 4, 2016 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 13 and 14 The designs of flowerbed 13 and 14 can be downloaded HERE   Both borders are embroidered in heavy chain stitch with 2 threads. The petals of these flowers are embroidered in blanket stitch with 1 thread and the centers...

Flowerbeds 5, 6, 7 and 8

by | Dec 15, 2016 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 5, 6, 7 and 8 To realize the flowerbeds 5, 6, 7 and 8, there is no drawing to download. The 4 borders are embroidered in  twisted chain stitch with 2 threads. The flowerbeds 6 and 8 are embroidered in French knot with perle cotton...

Flowerbed 12 and 18

by | Jan 8, 2017 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 12 and 18 The designs of flowerbed 12 and 18 can be downloaded HERE Both borders are embroidered in chain stitch with 2 threads. The leaves are embroidered in fly stitch with 2 threads. You have to embroider the stitch very closely...

How to customize an embroidery

by | Jan 15, 2017 | Techniques

How to customize an embroidery It is a question that is often asked. How would I customize my embroidery when it’s finished? Here is an example of an alphabet that you can easily transfer. It is in the public domain and you can use it freely. You can download it...

Flowerbed 9 and 15

by | Jan 22, 2017 | mystery

Here are explanations for flowerbed 9 and 15  The designs of flowerbed 9 and 15 can be downloaded HERE Both borders are embroidered in chain stitch with 2 threads. The flowers are embroidered in ribbed spider web stitch with 2 threads.   I added French knots in perle...

How to transfer designs

by | Jan 29, 2017 | Techniques

How to transfer designs This is a question I’m often asked. What method do you use to reproduce drawings on a piece of fabric? Well, it depends, on the fabric and on the design. Below, I propose four different ways of proceeding.        ...

Flower bed 21, 22, 25 and 26

by | Feb 5, 2017 | mystery

Here are explanations for flower bed 21, 22, 25 and 26  The designs of flower bed 21, 22, 25 and 26 can be downloaded HERE   The 4 borders are embroidered with  Palestrina stitch and 3 threads. The main stem is embroidered in stem stitch with 2 threads. The leaves are...

Flowerbed 23, 24, 27 and 28

by | Feb 19, 2017 | mystery

Here are the explanations of the flowerbed 23, 24, 27 and 28 The patterns of the flower beds 23, 24, 27 and 28 can be downloaded HERE The 4 borders are embroidered with whipped chain stitch with 2 threads. The stems are embroidered with stem stitch and the leaves with...

Flowerbed 29 and 31

by | Mar 5, 2017 | mystery, Projects

Here are the explanations of the flowerbed 29 and 31 The designs of the flowerbeds 29 and 31 can be downloaded HERE The borders are embroidered on heavy chain stitch with 2 threads. The large dahlias are embroidered with 2 circles of lazy daisy stitch. For the...

Flowerbed 30 and 32

by | Apr 2, 2017 | mystery, Projects

Here are the explanations of flowerbed 30 and 32 The designs of the flower beds 30 and 32 can be downloaded HERE The borders are embroidered in double chain stitch with 2 threads. Large flowers are embroidered with lazy daisy stitch combined with bullion stitch 2...

Interlaced chain stitch

by | Apr 5, 2017 | Decorative stitches, stitches

Interlaced chain stitch This is a decorative variant of the chain stitch. After embroidering a single chain, simply wrap a thread on one side (or both) of each stitch by slipping this thread into each half stitch, forming back stitches in the middle of the chain and...

External borders

by | Apr 9, 2017 | mystery, Projects

Here are the explanations of the external borders The borders are embroidered with interlaced chain stitch and perle cotton n°8. First embroider the center chain (green). Interlace the chain from 2 sides (pink thread). Finish with a small straight stitch (green) in...

Finishing

by | Apr 16, 2017 | mystery, Projects

Here are the explanations of the finishing Here is the drawing you need to embroider the ribbed spider web.     The ribbed spider web is embroidered with 2 threads.       The small circle is embroidered in Palestrina stitch with 2 threads and the big one...

Couching

by | Jun 21, 2017 | Basic stitches, stitches

Couching in its most basic form is among the easier embroidery stitches. Essentially, the couching stitch is just a little straight stitch taken over some other thread to hold it...

Cast-on stitch

by | Jun 30, 2017 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The cast-on stitch is an embroidery stitch that can be used for embroidering flowers or any other pattern to which it is desired to give relief without using the “stumpwork” technique. Unfortunately, I know that the picture is not very explicit than for...

A beautiful finish

by | Aug 13, 2017 | How to..., Techniques

A beautiful finish Here are all the explanations necessary to realize a classic finish and nice neat corners for your embroideries. This is the method used to prepare any table or toilet linen that you want to embroider. To illustrate the explanations, we work here on...

Hem stitch (Point de Paris)

by | Aug 19, 2017 | Basic stitches, stitches

The Hem stitch (point de Paris) is very simple to achieve for a very decorative result. It is used to fix the hems or embed a piece on another in the technique of the appliqué. It can also simply be integrated into the middle of other embroidery stitches. This stitch...

Needle painted Peony

by | Aug 25, 2017 | Needle painted peony, Needle Painting, Techniques

Needle painted Peony This project is fully embroidered with long and short stitch.  The purpose of this embroidery is to realize a project in needle painting, which is not necessarily obvious. I know that many of you find this technique very difficult and sometimes,...

The Russian Vase and Raoul Dufy

by | Sep 10, 2017 | Varia

The Russian vase and Raoul Dufy First of all the Russian vase … … in my memory but in fact it is not Russian at all! Indeed in 1966 (a long time ago, I know), I had the chance to make with my parents a trip to Russia which at that time was still very...

Peony, petal 5

by | Sep 17, 2017 | Needle painted peony, Needle Painting, Techniques

Peony, petal 5 Here are the necessary explanations for the realization of the petal. This petal is embroidered with the colors n° 3716, 962, 961, 3832, 3831, 3803, 777 and B5200. Split back stitch with 1 thread and color B5200. Embroider with the color B5200 in the...

Peony, petal 6 and 7

by | Oct 1, 2017 | Needle painted peony, Needle Painting, Techniques

Peony, petal 6 and 7 Here are the necessary explanations for the realization of the 2 petals Petal 6 This petal is embroidered with the colors n° B5200, 3716, 962, 961, 3832, 3831 and 777. Begin with split backstitch 1 thread and color B5200. Embroider with color...

Cretan stitch

by | Oct 7, 2017 | Basic stitches, stitches

The Cretan stitch is used as a filling stitch, especially in doing leaves. Various effects can be produced by altering the angle of the stitches or even closing them in or opening them out. This stitch is usually worked from top to bottom.  ...

Wheatear stitch

by | Nov 1, 2017 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The wheatear stitch, as the name suggests, looks like wheat on the cob when done continuously. It is a decorative stitch that can be used to animate all kinds of embroidery and made with many varieties of yarn. It can also be done “detached”, embroidering...

Raised stem stitch

by | Nov 2, 2017 | Decorative stitches, stitches

The raised stem stitch is a very structured stitch that is used to bring depth into an embroidery. This is a single stem stitch executed on a straight stitch basis. A padding is often placed under the straight stitches to obtain even more...

Peony, petals 15, 11 and 13

by | Nov 10, 2017 | Needle painted peony, Needle Painting

Peony, petals 15, 11 and 13 Here are the explanations necessary for the realization of petals 15, 11 and 13. Petal 15 This petal is embroidered with the colors B5200, 3716, 962, 3832 and 3831. Embroider the outline of the petal with split backstitch 1 thread and the...

Peony, petal 12

by | Nov 26, 2017 | Needle painted peony, Needle Painting, Techniques

Peony, petal 12 Here are the explanations necessary for the realization of the petal 12. Petal 12 This petal is embroidered with the colors B5200, 3716, 962, 961, 3832, 3831 and 777. Embroider the outline of the petal with split backstitch 1 thread and color B5200 ...

Pouch,embroidered patterns 1, 2 and 3

by | Jan 10, 2018 | Embroidery pouch

Embroidered patterns 1, 2 and 3Here are the explanations of the first embroidered designsThe colors used are mentioned for information only  The stems are embroidered with stem stitch and the leaves with fishbone stitch, all with 1 thread. This pattern is embroidered...

An embroiderer’s pouch

by | Jan 13, 2018 | Embroidery pouch, Projects, Projects 2018

An embroiderer’s pouch   To start the year in the best way, I had the idea to make this embroidered pouch that will certainly be useful for storing your small equipment. It is a very nice project to embroider because it is composed of many different patterns...