Needlework

Even if you've completed several small cross stitch projects, taking on a large or advanced piece can be a bit overwhelming. However, with some preparation and the right tools, even advanced cross...

Lace is a beautiful embellishment suited to a surprising number of items. It can transform the ordinary into the exceptional. Add lace trim to clothing for adults, children and babies; fingertip,...

Embroidery on rayon velvet is really attractive and a crafts project for a large piece of fabric. Tablecloths, card table covers or large pillows are great size projects for rayon velvet embroidery.

Modern sewing machines not only make sewing easy, machines with embroidery features allow you to create and embellish anything you are able to sew. Make one-of-a-kind items for family and friends...

Pillowcases embellished with embroidery give your bed a charming, welcoming air, suggesting a love of fine needlework and of handmade objects. You can buy embroidered pillowcases in the linen...

Redwork embroidery became popular during a period of time when colorfast dyed floss was not readily available. It is believed to have come to the United States as a craft during the Civil War...

Rugs can be beautiful creations used to accent a room or used to wipe dirty feet. One way to get beautiful rugs without going to the stores and paying lots of money is to make your own. There are...

Iron-on patches are not only functional items for mending holes in clothing, they're also great for adding decorative touches to your garments. Although beautiful embroidery iron-on patches are...

Place the material to which the rose or roses are to be added into the center of the embroidery hoop. The hoop will keep the fabric stretched tight. Make sure there are no wrinkles in the...

Embroidered monograms on handkerchiefs, towels and bed linens, and clothing are classic ways to identify and decorate personal items. Creating your own monograms takes a little effort and...

Hand sewing and embroidery remain useful skills in today's busy world. The recent revival in crafting has led to a renewed interest in this type of handwork, as well as new availability of modern...

Cross Stitching can be a very relaxing and enjoyable hobby. It is also a hobby that is very rewarding once you finish a project, no matter how small or large it may be. Many people think that...

Candlewicking is a form of white-on-white embroidery. This particular style of embroidery is called candlewicking because Colonial American women used the same thread for this type of needlework...

Embroidery is a type of decorative needlework that uses various stitches to create designs on fabric. It can be used on clothing, linens, quilts, and for framed pieces of all sorts. Many people...

A French knot is an embroidery stitch that sticks up on top of the fabric and can be as fat or skinny as you need depending on the thickness of your thread. Usually French knots are used to create...

Cross stitching is a nice, relaxing hobby that you can do almost anywhere. All you need is the fabric, thread, needle and hoop, and the hoop isn't mandatory. When you cross stitch, make "Xs" on a...

Cross stitching is the art of sewing stitches to create a picture. Learning this art can provide many relaxing hours as you create beauty for your home. You can easily find pattern books, fabric,...

The backstitch is a technique that is used in cross stitch and free-style embroidery. It is a stitch that works well as an outlining technique or to fill in areas of embroidery. It can easily be...

Embroidery is an age-old needlecraft enjoyed by both men and women all over the world. If you want to practice this art and make beautiful pictures, gifts, or housewares, you can learn to...

Russian punch needle, or "igolochkoy," is a popular form of embroidery. While some of its tools are familiar, some are not. Read on to learn how to choose punch needle tools.

When you're preparing to sew out an embroidery design, one of the most important factors for a good outcome is the hooping process. Every machine has its own hoop design, but the basic set up is...

The oyster stitch is a member of the extensive family of chain stitches and can be used as a detached chain stitch. It appears complex, but isn't difficult to work. This stitch is perfect in...

The barred chain is a fairly easy stitch if you are familiar with the single chain and twisted chain stitches. The barred chain is a repeated pattern worked down a designated line for borders or...

Have you always wanted to learn how to embroider? Well now you can. Watch over my shoulder and discover how to thread a needle the easy way, how to use an embroidery hoop, how to work Backstitch...

Years ago, the sampler was a way to highlight a young woman's feminine artistry. Originally, the sampler was simply a piece of fabric where a young woman would practice a variety of stitches. Over...

Crewel is a type of embroidery traditionally using loosely twisted worsted yarn, giving it more texture and dimension than silk or cotton. Samplers were often doodle cloths for practicing a...