Tutorial: The Hoop & Window Embroidery Transfer Method

Tutorial: The Hoop & Window Embroidery Transfer Method

Last week, I did a review on a couple different types of pens that can be used for transferring embroidery designs onto fabric. Today, I’m going to show you an easy method to get the design onto the fabric. For this method, you’ll need your embroidery design printed on paper, your fabric, and pens for […]

The Best Pens for Transferring Embroidery Designs

The Best Pens for Transferring Embroidery Designs

I think that a perfect transfer method is the holy grail of embroidery. Tracing works with light colored fabrics, but what to trace with? There are pencils, chalk, and pens that are specifically made for fabric, but they all have issues. They disappear while you’re still working on a project, they don’t disappear when they’re […]

My Favorite Embroidery Supplies

My Favorite Embroidery Supplies

Embroidery has always been an activity close to my heart. I nearly always have something I’m embroidering. I even bring it with me to playdates or when I know I’m going to be waiting around, like at doctor’s appointments. I wanted to share some of my favorite supplies with you. I think that quality supplies […]

Tutorial: How to Finish Your Embroidery Hoop Art

Tutorial: How to Finish Your Embroidery Hoop Art

Last week, I shared my first free embroidery pattern with you. I showed you a simple way of finishing the back. Today though, I want to share another way to finish the back of your embroidery hoop. This method is a little more difficult, but it gives a really nice finish and it gives a […]

Tutorial: How to Use Freezer Paper to Cut Wool Felt

Tutorial: How to Use Freezer Paper to Cut Wool Felt

Today, I want to share a great tip that I’ve recently come across for cutting out felt. Sometimes, felt can be difficult to cut. It can be a little slippery when you’re cutting itty bitty pieces for appliques and tiny stuffies. This tip is really easy. All you need is some freezer paper. Freezer paper […]