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Practical Embroidery online school is dedicated to hand embroidery and its practical application Practical Embroidery online school exists to teach hand embroidery techniques and application. Embroidery skills empower us to take care of our clothes, homes, and emotional health with simple stitches. This web page offers a range of online courses, workshops, downloadable patterns, video tutorials, and embroidery kits. Practical Embroidery online school is dedicated to sharing information about hand embroidery stitches and techniques. You will find a lot of free bite-sized hand embroidery lessons, tips, and tutorials here. Stitch library A-Z The list of hand embroidery stitches and techniques is grouped by alphabet names. Click on the title, and you will find…
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How can we make Halloween more sustainable?
Make Halloween more sustainable! DIY your reusable table and home decor with these hand embroidery designs – Bat, Black cat, Tombstone, Pumpkin, Cobweb, and a Ghost. Halloween is just one month away! It is one of the most festive holidays of the year. Still, there are so many reasons to rethink traditional decorations. Making your own reusable and eco-friendly decorations cuts back on plastic and other harmful materials. So get your house ready for a party with these DIY ideas and patterns! Let’s make this Halloween more sustainable together! Table decor Please, avoid single-use tableware! To make your Halloween celebration more sustainable, use everyday plates, glasses, and cutleries. Be creative…
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Embroidered zipper pouch tutorial
How to embroider and sew a zipper pouch from fabric scraps This step-by-step tutorial will demonstrate how to embroider and sew a simple zipper pouch from fabric scraps. Suppose you are a sewist, quilter, crafter, or have anything to do with making, altering, or mending clothes. In that case, I’m sure you have some fabric scraps, cut-offs, and leftovers at home. Also, I’m sure you have this question in mind: ‘What can I do with scraps and cut-offs of fabric?’ I know this feeling. Many pieces of fabric are too small to create something but too cute and too good to throw away. They accumulate, take space in your craft…
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Sun, Moon, and the Stars – Colorful hand embroidery patterns for beginners
The Sun, the Moon, and the Stars were my inspiration for the design of this collection. Also, you will find a lot of cosmic elements and motives here. When I create my hand embroidery patterns, I like to think about where they could be used. Of course, you can embroider the picture, frame it in a hoop, and hang it on a wall, but there are more ways to use these patterns! All the patterns from this collection would perfectly suit the back pocket of the jeans or trousers. Also, you can embroider them on a t-shirt, tote bag, a string backpack, or make a banner with these designs. I…
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What is the best gift for Mother’s day?
The best gift for Mother’s day? – the one you made with your hands! Are you looking for a perfect Mother’s day gift? Grab your fabric, floss, scissors, and start embroidering! I’m sure your mom will appreciate it! I would be thrilled to get a gift embroidered by my daughter.🤩 Need some ideas on what you could embroider for your mom to make a perfect Mother’s day gift? An embroidered picture framed in a hoop. Choose the pattern your mom would like, embroider it, and frame it in a hoop. I’m sure this hoop will find its place on a wall in your mom’s house. Get some inspiration on what…
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Valentine’s day embroidery design
Free pdf pattern and keychain making tutorial There’s no better gift than a handmade one! And when you make a gift with your own hands, they’ll know you put all your heart into it! Last year I shared a tutorial on how to make hand embroidered Valentine’s day greeting cards. This year I created a new Valentine’s day embroidery design. You can use these designs on a napkin, pillowcase, kitchen towel, or make a keychain, as I did in this tutorial. Download a free embroidery pdf pattern from this tutorial and express your love and affection with a handmade Valentine’s Day gift! If you prefer a video tutorial – scroll…
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Hand embroidered gift ideas for Christmas
Sure, hand embroidering Christmas gifts takes time, energy, and effort, but that’s what makes homemade gifts so special. Anyone can order their gifts online or buy them in the store. And while you can probably find a Christmas present your recipient will love, DIY Christmas goodies just seem to mean a little bit more. Nothing is more personal than a handmade gift. If you decided you want to dedicate some time and effort, you might question: What can I embroider as a gift? Here is my list of hand-embroidered gift ideas for Christmas. Read it and choose your favorite. Pencil case or zipper pouch The zipper pouch is convenient for…
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Handmade Christmas decorations
Gingerbread Cookie House Christmas Tree Ornament made from recycled fabric I don’t know how about you, but I prefer handmade Christmas decorations. And also, gifts. I like making them and receiving them too:) And even better, if I can make these Christmas decorations from recycled materials! This tutorial will show you how to embroider and sew a Christmas tree ornament that will be a great home decor accent and a wonderful gift for your loved ones. Tools and materials For this project, you will need: Printed pattern. Sign up for my newsletter and download a FREE printable design. Print it with your home printer, and cut out the shape; Scissors,…
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Easter Egg felt decoration with Daisies
Tutorial + FREE pattern download Easter is coming! Let’s create some Easter eggs with embroidered Daisies to make your Easter decor unique and unforgettable. You will be able to use these Easter ornaments for many years. Decorate your Easter tree or make a special gift for your friends and family! The size of the finished Egg decoration will be 5,5 cm x 7 cm (2.2 x 2.8 inches) Tools and materials For this project, you will need: Printed pattern. Download a FREE printable pattern and Color guide HERE White felt material, 8 x 12 cm (3,2 x 5 inches) Embroidery floss. I use DMC cotton floss. You will find color…
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Embroidered Valentine’s day card tutorial
Make a special card for the one you love with your own hands! Do you feel how the screens are becoming pinker every day? Yes, it’s that time of the year! Hearts, candies, roses, and love all around us. Valentine’s day is coming! If you are looking for something easy and quick, yet very personal to make for your loved one, check out this tutorial on how to make Valentine’s day card with your embroidery. If you don’t have a pattern in mind, you can download the PDF pattern I used for this project HERE for free, just sign up for my newsletter. For this project you will need: Fabric…
