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Free Vintage Needlework Patterns Online

Thanks to university libraries and dedicated individuals in the United States and around the world, it is possible to find hundreds of free, out-of-copyright needlework and embroidery books and pat…

Hints/Help on how to search & find in the Antique Pattern Library

If you have a chance this weekend, you'll definitely want to take some time to browse through Antique Pattern Library. If you're not familiar with Antique Pattern Library, it's a real bonanza when it comes to needlework books in the public domain. The folks behind Antique Pattern Library do a

Spinnerin Volume 168 ~ Embroidery Stitches

Vintage patterns can be beautiful, which is why I bought this old Spinnerin. (front cover) Vintage patterns can also be hilariously tacky, which is why I bought this old Spinnerin. (back cover) Lucky for you over the next few weeks I’ll be posting all the good, the bad, and the ugly afghan patterns your twitchy little fingers could ever hope to knit or crochet! Here are some Embroidery Stitches to wet your appetite…

Top 10 beginner mistakes in hand embroidery

Little by little I've mentioned in my posts some mistakes that you might be making as a hand embroidery beginner and warned you from some other things that you can do as a rookie. But all of it is scattered around the blog, so I thought it is a high time I make a compilation and gather all of that in one place. So here we go! The list of the most common mistakes as a hand embroidery beginner: 1. Not taking your fabric out of the hoop after stitching session So, let's say, you have an…

Baby Yoda Cross Stitch - Made by Caitlin

Hello! ​ I have a made a few changes to this page as I have struggled with people stealing and reselling this pattern as their own. I am the original creator of this cross stitch so you are in the...

How to transfer an embroidery pattern to fabric

In this blog post, we'll explore how to transfer an embroidery pattern onto fabric using a heat erasable pen. Whether you're a seasoned embroiderer using a different transfer method or just starting out, this technique is sure to make your embroidery projects easier and more enjoyable!

May Blossoms Stitch Along Part 1

When deciding on the next project to stitch, I thought, why not post the full process so that anyone willing is able to join in the fun? This comes out of the blue, I know. There's a lot on my plate right now, so I apologize for the lack of organization for this Stitch Along. However, I do hope that some of you will enjoy working it :) So, here's the PDF with the pattern and thread chart. DOWNLOAD PDF (Upon a request, there is an alternative, warmer color palette for the flowers) *** Before…

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