Category Archives: Tutorials
A re-blog: Celtic Claddagh with applique ivy leaves
Adding some dimension to embroidery can be a challenge but I have tried to make it as easy as possible with the designs which have this option. A little practice may be advisable to perfect the technique, but when you … Continue reading
A re-blog: Creating the Graceful Silk Sampler
The many antique and vintage samplers that can be found on the internet fascinate me. I view and collect those I like on Pinterest, which is a great source of inspiration! It is hard to have a favourite as there … Continue reading
Some unusual Celtic stitch outs
I have a great fondness and fascination for Celtic embroidery because it was where I began my digitising journey! I could not find the right designs for Celtic work and so I decided to create my own. After lots of … Continue reading
Increasing your machine embroidery skills
So you have seen many beautiful embroidered projects that others have created but you cannot imagine that you would ever be able to create something as wonderful. I think that when you become passionate about machine embroidery you start on … Continue reading
Spring embroidery tips from Pamela Cox
Although well into winter, warm days are not far away! Now is an ideal time to make that “special” garment especially if you incorporate a few time-saving tips. Those of you who have read any of my articles know … Continue reading
Design positioning accurately
Whatever size of hoops we have, I think it safe to say that we will always dream of bigger ones!! At the moment my favourite hoop is my 200 mm x 200 mm (8″ x 8″) hoop but and I … Continue reading
how to embroider all over fabric
When I enter a fabric store I always head for the silk and the embroidered fabrics. Usually I am disappointed about the lack of choices, so I have always loved the idea of creating my own embroidered fabric, as is … Continue reading
What to do with an imperfect embroidery stitch out
I have to admit that it is a frequent occurrence for me not to be completely happy with my stitch outs, so I have to ask if it possible to have a perfectly stitched out embroidery design. The larger the … Continue reading
a quilt block tutorial you cannot afford to miss!
A few weeks ago I decided it was time to find out all there was to know about quilt blocks, embroidering them out and joining them for a beautiful completed project. I have been asked several times what the back … Continue reading