It’s been awhile since I’ve posted goodies for my hand-embroidery crowd - so I thought it would be fun to dig up some patterns for Hallowe’en projects.
Here’s a cross-stitch pattern from About.com, designed by Connie Thomas.
This adorable Hallowe’en bookmark was designed by Bev Qualheim
Or if you want to get a little more ambitious, how about […]
I love the look of fabric covered buttons with some garments. I think they’re a little dressier - and definitely easier than matching an unusual fabric.
But what happens when you’re using an extremely thin or fine fabric to cover the buttons?
I’ve had problems with button caps popping off, just because the fabric wasn’t heavy enough […]
Here’s the painted silk, after I let it dry overnight and then embroidered:
I did simple free-motion machine embroidery outlining the butterflies. I used rayon embroidery thread, which I love using for projects like this because of the sheen.
If I had more time, I would get more detailed with embroidering the butterfly wings - but I […]
I was going through photos of the recent Haute Couture fashion shows in Paris for my other blog, Her Accessories, and noticed some amazing pieces of clothing.
Check out the embroidery on this jacket from designer Franck Sorbier:
Isn’t that spectacular?
This dress is also by Franck Sorbier:
I’m not sure if it’s beaded or embroidered… but I’d love […]
Have you tried making an art postcard? They’re like a large version of an artist trading card, but can be sent through the mail. I’ve seen some spectacular art cards!
Art Card Ideas is running a contest to find the best 52 art postcards they can. The postcards will then be published in their new “Art […]
Simplicity has just released their early fall collection! They have some very cute patterns - I would definitely make some of these purses:
It’s pattern #3715
It’s nice to see more men’s patterns being included - they’re hard to find sometimes. This is pattern #3708.
I’d wear some of these blouses :-) I think I […]
I’m enjoying an afternoon in my studio and wanted to work on my backlog of projects :-) I’m trying to complete an overdue gift for my sister-in-law & thought I’d share it with you all.
I’m making a table runner out of a cotton-linen blend fabric. I’m going to applique a celtic interlace on to the […]
Setting the pattern: Adventures in sewing and stitching and the artful use of fabric and fiber
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