Floss crafts

Do you have a loom? Have you tried weaving? If you've been wanting to jump on this fiber trend but feel like buying a loom is a bit daunting, did you know it's super easy to make a DIY loom... and that DIY looms actually work great?! Here's how to make a sweet little mini DIY loom (that actually works) in less than five minutes! All you need is a scrap of cardboard (the flap of a box works great) and you're good to go. First, cut your cardboard to size. We used a piece about 4" x 6". You can…

A step by step guide on how to create your own decorative tassels made from embroidery floss. They are great for keychains, zipper pulls or cell phone danglers.

Looking for something fun and creative to do? Check out our collection of embroidery floss crafts for adults that are perfect for any skill level. Perfect for a night in or a group activity, these fun-filled crafts will have you hooked. Welcome to the world of embroidery floss crafts for adults! Embroidery floss is an […]

We’ve rounded up 30 projects that let you get crafty with embroidery floss and get your makin’ on!

I've got a fun, easy project for you today, making mini tassels from embroidery floss! These little guys are so cute and versatile, ...

Do you craft with embroidery floss? Ever wonder how to store all those skeins of thread that you purchase? Don't want to spend money on purchasing bobbins? Well, I've got the perfect recycled craft for you! We love using embroidery floss for sewing and bracelet making. To keep our thread nice and neat I wrap them around these adorable cardboard bunnies. They're my cutesy DIY solution to embroidery thread storage! Super Adorable DIY Bunny Embroidery Floss Organizers This post contains…

Here are twenty things to make with scrap yarn, fabric, and floss. These projects are great for anytime of the year, and for all skill levels!

Variegated embroidery floss is so much fun to work with, and there’s so much variety out there these days! Variegated embroidery floss is dyed with a repeating pattern of colors through the floss. There can be just one color with a few different shades, or there may be several colors. Variegated floss can add a lot of texture, variety and a POP! of color to your projects.

I’ve never been the best at tying knots. I never learned any cool scout knots or sailor’s knots or even fishing knots. That’s why, when I saw these earrings, at first, I was scared. But

Whether you call them yarn Easter eggs or string Easter eggs, these little beauties are actually made with embroidery floss!

My Top 10 Favorite Embroidery Floss Brands Hey there, fellow crafters! If you’re anything like me, you know that embroidery is not just a hobby; it’s a passion! There’s something so satisfying about bringing a piece of fabric to life with colorful threads. But let’s be real—having the right embroidery floss can make or break […]

In this article, I answer all common questions about hand embroidery threads and tell you all you need to know about hand embroidery threads and floss

I began crocheting in November of 2010, during a bout of insomnia, and made piles of hearts and goldfish. However, reading about crochet done with plarn (“yarn” made from plastic bags), old cassette and video tape, and strips of t-shirts made me think yarn was boring. Ribbon was promising, but I had no projects I … Continue reading Embroidery floss crochet

As you use embroidery floss for a project, you'll find you're left with small bits of leftover floss. These leftover bits of floss are often referred to as Old Ratty Threads (or ORTs, for short), and newer stitchers often ask what they're "supposed" to be doing with them. As is always the case in hand embroidery, there aren't any "rules" for what to do with these leftover bits of floss. In this post, I share a few ideas for what you might do with them!

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Ideas for how to organize embroidery floss and a video on how DMC floss is made.

A list of embroidery floss organization methods! Includes printable bobbins, thread organization DIYs and floss organizers you can buy.

Step 2: Remove the paper wrapper from the skein and carefully open it up so that the floss makes a loop. Sometimes you'll have to pull part of the string from one side to the other to open up the loop. I write the number of the floss on the bobbin; I also cut a small piece of the string and tape it to the bobbin.