The Embroidery Blog
The Embroidery Blog is my project scrapbook for what I've been working on lately. This blog will...
- let you know whenever any new web pages appear on the Embroidery Methods website, sharing new tips and project ideas
- keep you up-to-date with other postings or news about embroidery, like the latest new materials available for stitching and stabilizing
- point out some special past ideas and advice that you might have missed.
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The most recent items are listed below...
Jul 3, 2009, Religious Embroidery and Goldwork
Goldwork is my specialty. My favourite embroidery book? I think that has to be Embroidery in Religion and Ceremonial by Beryl Dean. This is
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Jun 27, 2009, Free Embroidery Patterns and More in The Embroidery Sampler Newsletter
Subscribe to The Embroidery Sampler, a monthly embroidery newsletter that includes the best free embroidery patterns on the web!
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Jun 26, 2009, Cross Stitch Embroidery
Counted cross stitch is the most popular embroidery method. The stitches are easy to learn, and there are a variety of patterns to suit every style.
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Jun 19, 2009, Needlepoint Canvas Work
Needlepoint canvas patterns are fun for beginners and advanced embroidery workers to stitch.
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Jun 15, 2009, Reversible Blackwork Embroidery Patterns
Reversible blackwork embroidery patterns can be hard to find, but here is one I designed.
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Jun 12, 2009, Browse the Embroidery Library
Here's a list of the best books on my embroidery library shelf.
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Jun 5, 2009, Ideas about Embroidery for Kids
Here are some ideas about embroidery for kids. An enjoyable lifelong hobby can start while young!
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May 30, 2009, Your Embroidery Methods Guide from Start to Finish
A how to guide for a variety of embroidery methods. Find the best way to express yourself.
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May 29, 2009, Blackwork Embroidery: The Royal Cousin of Cross Stitch
During the Renaissance, blackwork embroidery was very popular as geometric designs worked in black thread. Today, it is worked in all shades!
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May 22, 2009, Types of Canvas for Stitching Needlepoint
Some stitches and needlepoint techniques require a special type of canvas. Make sure you're using the right kind to meet your needs.
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