Recently I sent out a survey to my readers asking them what their stitching goals were for this year, and how I could create more helpful content. There were several themes that kept popping up again and again in the survey results, and I think they are goals that many of us can relate to. So in today’s article I’m rounding up resources that speak to these intentions in the hope that they will help you achieve your stitching goals!
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Purge, Sort, Declutter and Organize Your Stitching Supplies with this Helpful Checklist!
Whether you’re looking to free up more space for your stitching storage, you need to take stock of your embroidery materials, or you just love to organize, here are thirteen simple ways to clean up, purge and order your embroidery projects, supplies, and workspace in this season! Bonus: Download and print the free checklist at the end of this article for help as you organize.
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Add a Personal Touch to Your Gifts with These Free Hand-Stitched Gift Tag Patterns
This gift tag project is very simple and uses easy embroidery stitches that are accessible to a beginner stitcher. Plus the tags can double as ornaments or even name placeholder cards for a holiday gathering. Download the free pattern and follow the instructions to personalize and embellish your gift-giving this year!
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6 Hand Embroidery Stitches You Can Use to Fill a Shape
Fill stitches in hand embroidery are simply a way to fill a shape with a certain stitch. The most commonly used and well-known fill stitch is probably the satin stitch, but I’m happy to share that there are so many more options to choose from if you are not a fan of the satin stitch! Read more to download the free pattern in this post and learn how to use some unique fill stitches.
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2 Different Techniques for Embroidering Letters + Free Patterns for This Veggie Garden Fabric
I love to use words in my patterns, often in script or hand lettered styles. Today I wanted to share some tips for different ways you can stitch your words when the letters’ lines vary in weight. Plus download these free patterns to use on this colorful "Eat a Rainbow" fabric by Honeyberry Studios!
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