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How to embroider a hat by hand
Hand embroidery is my favorite summer project because you can take it on the go! I always have a hand sewing project for summer road trips and what better way to get ready for our Yellowstone National...
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Free DIY fairy wand sewing tutorial
I haven’t made a DIY fairy wand in the past because my kids are rough and wild; I figured that the stick would break in a day. A sturdy wooden kitchen spoon occurred to me as a cheap substitute so I...
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Free simple cat embroidery pattern
A few months ago, I was planning on going to a conference right after we’d moved. I knew I wanted to wear something handmade but didn’t have time to sew from scratch. I worked on this simple cat...
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How to embroider jeans back pockets
I have a big stack of jeans waiting for a new look, and I’m starting small by showing how to embroider jeans back pockets! This is a quick way to jazz up old jeans; I went with text for this version...
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How to mend jeans by hand – diy beetle patch tutorial
Refreshing an old post with a full tutorial and free mending patch pattern download! Sew on patches for jeans are a must in this house, there isn’t an iron on knee patch strong enough to take the...
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Retro Stitchery hand embroidery book
How about a cheery VW beetle embroidery pattern to start off summer stitching! I had so much fun making this project; the design is by Beverly McCullough of Flamingo Toes fame and it is in her brand...
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DIY needle felting to mend holes in wool tutorial
Check out this easy DIY needle felting to mend holes in wool tutorial! An easy way to mend by hand. If you’ve never tried needle felting, it’s so much fun! You basically just stab fuzzy wool roving...
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How to mend jeans by hand without a patch
See how to mend jeans by hand without a patch with this simple hand sewing mending tutorial! Visible mending has been popular for a few years now, and I love it. Our family doesn’t actually wear jeans...
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How to mend a rip in jeans with hand embroidery
How to mend a rip in jeans with hand embroidery – a mending tutorial for beginners! Trying out a new method of mending with hand embroidery, how do you like it! I’m always experimenting with a...
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The best online embroidery classes for beginners
I love hand embroidery. I’ve taught myself, by picking a pattern and googling each stitch, but if you prefer a more organized way to learn how to hand embroidery from home, I’ve put together a list of...
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