Dictionary of Embroidery Stitches I hope you find this needlework dictionary useful and with it able to improve your hand embroidery skills. To assist those who are new to the craft of hand embroidery I have categorised each stitch as to its degree of difficulty. An icon of a single pair of scissors indicates that the stitch is easy to work and you should not hesitate to try it. If you are new to learning needlework. If you see two scissors, the stitch requires more skill. Three scissors indicate that the stitch needs skill and practice. If you normally have problems following embroidery illustrations the computer can help you. Contents: top Eyelet Stitch Half Chevron stitch Half cross stitch see cross stitch Heavy Braid chain see Heavy chain Heavy chain Herringbone: Herringbone double version 1see Double Herringbone 1 Herringbone double version 2 see Double Herringbone 2 Vandyke chain stitch see zigzag chain Y' stitch see fly stitch Zigzag Chain: Zigzag sham hem stitch see threaded arrowhead Handwork Community Other
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Hand Sew Without The Knot 05 Apr 2013 April 5, 2013 We’re brushing the dust off our sewing skills and revisiting some essential techniques in sewing to share with you! Whether you’ve just begun sewing or have been stitching for decades, it’s always good to reassess your techniques and see what’s new in the sewing world. We’re scrubbing the web for sewing techniques and today’s technique is a fun alternative to the traditional hand-sewing knot. It might just transform the way you secure your thread, so follow us after the jump! Your hand-sewing (and knotting) techniques usually differ between projects, as your need for a secure knot can vary on a sliding scale. In just three easy steps, you can create a knot that is secure without the hanging tail, particularly important if your fabric will be flattened for display or stitched over for quilting. We love this hand-sewing technique — what’s your favorite way to start off a knot? About the Author
double chain stitch This stitch follows the same technique as a simple chain stitch. The only difference between the two is that a double chain stitch is done over two parallel stitch lines, instead of one. Thus, in the end, the visual effect is that it looks more or less like an open feather stitch. To be able to do this stitch, it is good if you are aware of the chain stitch technique. Tags: double chain stitch, embroidery tutorial, hand embroidery tutorials, open chain stitch 12 Comments »
Free Sewing eBooks Sew on a Button Sitting here and wondering what my next topic for my blog will be and with the major holidays having passed (ok I know that Memorial Day and 4th July is just right around the corner and if I wait any longer those too will also pass me by). But, I knew there was one that I haven’t attempted and needed to accomplish – How Many Ways To Sew On A Button…? yes, I’m challenging myself. So, with that I started the other day and I couldn’t stop and I’m still going and probably will still go until I’ve exhausted myself on the 2 hole…(oh yes I do plan on attempting the 4-hole). What boggles the brain is who would have thought that a button, needle and thread would have such control… Once you start you can’t stop…. So sit back as I take you thru this on going journey and if anyone would like to join me…we welcome you to join in on the fun. You may want to prepare yourself – who would have thought this was possible? So here are just a few ways… what about just knotting it from the top or adding a bow.
Free Book: A Scrap Quilting Handbook Category: Quilting Skill Level: All Levels About our Authors Angela Mitchell is a self-taught crafter who has been playing with fabric and yarn for most of her life. She is a contributing author to the Craftsy blog as well as several sewing books. She also continues to create and write at her blog, Fussy Cut. Sherri McConnell has a passion for sewing that started as a young child. Ashley Smith is the quilting Acquisitions Editor at Craftsy, gathering the best talent in the industry for Craftsy's high-quality quilting classes. Description of the Handbook This scrap quilting handbook is chock full of creative ideas for putting that scrap fabric to good use! Table of Contents 1. Basic Skills Recommended Foundation piecing skills are helpful, but not required Recommended Materials (for string quilt block) Your scrap stash!
Bendy Dolls i LOVE bendy dolls. i really do. i remember first making these back when i was in girl scouts as a kid. Of course the ones i make now are much nicer, but the concept is still the same. They are very easy to make, and kids love them. i've had a lot of requests from folks asking just how they are made, so i thought i'd put together a tutorial. After repairing a bunch of bendies that the puppy chewed on, i decided to make Sage a few news ones for Yule. i'm working on putting together a few full play sets, i'll post pics of those later. Alice was a special request, but i'm feeling inspired to make a full set...including the Mad hatter, Queen of hearts a few of the card knights and a needle felted white rabbit and Cheshire cat. :) Okay, that may be a bit too ambitious for me. :) i've also started an under water mermaid set. OKay, on to the tutorial. Cut your pipe cleaner in three pieces, so you'll have one 4" piece (arms) and one 8" piece (legs). Wrap the hand very tightly.