How to Learn Ribbon Embroidery Method

To gain knowledge of how to learn ribbon embroider, you need to understand the basics of ribbon embroidery. Ribbon embroidery is an embroidery method that uses ribbon to illustrate items such as flowers, leaves and trees.

Instructions

1. Some terms used in ribbon embroidery may or may not be used with hand embroidery. The term "locking the ribbon" is used only in ribbon embroidery, while the term "using a hoop" is used in both ribbon and hand embroidery. Locking the ribbon means to insert the needle through the ribbon so that it does not slip out of the eye of the needle. Using a hoop means to do just that; you will be using an embroidery hoop in a size conducive with the design you are making.

2. Ribbon embroidery uses six basic embroider stitches: straight stitch, back stitch, leaf stitch, split stitch, lazy daisy stitch, and the French knot. All of these stitches can be found online or in embroidery books at the library or craft store.

3. Traditional hand or machine embroidery may prove to be more difficult than ribbon embroidery. Ribbon embroidery is more flexible as it is easier to undo than the other types of embroidery and is far more forgiving. Depending on the size of the needle, ribbon and how they are used together will determine the results of your design. This is what makes ribbon embroidery enticing to those that like to create their own designs. Ribbon embroidery allows you to be creative and have a truly one-of-a-kind outcome.

4. When learning how to do ribbon embroidery, work on a design that is simple at first. Follow the directions to guarantee that what you produce is going to be something you will be able to enjoy. As you continue to learn ribbon embroidery, you will eventually get to the place where you will not need directions.

5. Once you have mastered the art of ribbon embroidery, there are a number of charts you can download to start creating your own designs and patterns.

Tips & Warnings

• Ribbon embroidery is an art that creates dimensional work. It is often sold framed and as of this time in history is still becoming something popular to do besides the traditional hand embroidery. Remembering this will allow you to have fun with it and will enable you to be more open minded about creating your own designs.