There comes a time in most children’s lives when they’ll no longer want to wear smocking. But do not despair if you’re a mom or grandmother who loves to smock and still want to do so for your little ones. There are other things you can create which they don’t have to wear – like […]
Tag Archives: Ornament
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Jan
Jan
Welcome to Part 4 of this elegant Pulled Thread Pastries Series. This series explores pulled thread embroidery using the basic little cushion samples to give you a good idea of what is required to accomplish each varied stitch. It also explores making a sampler which is limitless in its creative possibilities. Make it larger for […]
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Aug
Aug
Welcome to Part 3 of this elegant Pulled Thread Pastries Series. This series explores pulled thread embroidery using the basic little cushion samples to give you a good idea of what is required to accomplish each varied stitch. It also explores making a sampler which is limitless in its creative possibilities. Make it larger for […]
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Nov
Nov
Pulled Thread embroidery is based on controlling the tension of stitches made to create a pattern on the fabric. The pulling of the stitches distorts the fabric threads and bringing forward a lace look without cutting fabric threads. The trick with the tension of the stitches is to pull enough to create the pattern without […]
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Aug
Aug
This project uses crayon tint to colour the main areas. Embroidery and beads are added to accent the design. Whether colouring or stitching a mandala, the process can be very relaxing. I like to use blue tones in my work as I find it very relaxing. This mandala has a close resemblance to the Throat […]
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Apr
Apr
Don’t let these sweet little needle rolls fool you, they have seven embroidery stitches within each one. They make the best gifts. Read more in our Issue 46. Designed by Kim Beamish craftyc[email protected] craftycreations–beamish.blogspot.ca
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Nov
Nov
So tiny and adorable, you’ll want to take this needle roll everywhere you go. It’ll be part of your portable stitching project. Read more in our Issue 45. Download the PDF pattern now. Designed by Kim Beamish www.craftycreations–beamish.blogspot.ca [email protected]