Making the “New Home” block. It is a variation of the “Friendship Star”. This one uses just three different fabrics. #quilting #sewing #fabric #quilttutorial #patterns #quiltblocks. The K Club ·...

"Just Keep Stitchin'" Needle Minder...laser-engraved on Baltic Birch...approximately 1 1/2" x 1 1/2"

Just by changing placement of the dark pieces in the block I selected for the Let's Book It project, I got a totally different look. In...

The pattern features several clover leaves in a jar, the purpose of the pattern is to learn new stitches while having fun. The SHAMROCK JAR Embroidery Pattern Design is created for a 6" (15 cm) hoop and can be easily resized within your printer settings. This hand embroidery pattern is suitable for intermediate level and is beginner friendly, it includes a full video tutorial to guide you through the entire process. Some of the used stitches are Blanket Stitch, Fly Stitch, Satin Stitch, Fishbone Stitch, and more. THE DOWNLOAD INCLUDES: 1. PDF PATTERN DESIGN: - B&W printable design 2. PDF STEP-BY-STEP TUTORIALS: - Supplies guidance - How to transfer the pattern - How to start and end a thread - Used colors chart - Used stitches chart - Photo tutorials - Full Video tutorial - How to back your hoop - Closeup photos of the finished embroidery Enjoy! Video tutorials on Youtube: Why Knot Stitches Follow me on Instagram @Why Knot Stitches For any questions feel free to drop me a line! ------------------------------ *This listing is for a digital pattern only. The PDF file of the pattern will be available for instant download once payment is confirmed. *Due to the nature of the PDF format, there are no refunds on instructions/patterns. *Mass production, file sharing, resale, and/or distribution of pattern pieces, photographs, or instructions is expressly prohibited. © WHYKNOTSTITCHES 2024

A very wonderful and day brightening email came last week. This quilter found my blog via searching for watercolor quilts. No surprise ...

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Greetings from an unusually warm western Pennsylvania! 84° in mid-October? Unbelievable, but that's what they're forecasting for later today and I'm loving it. I know it won't last forever, but the winter will surely feel shorter due to this amazingly sunny, warm fall we've had so far. Today, I have a couple of finishes that are long overdue. You see, way back in this post from August 2011 (yep, more than 5 years ago!), I wrote that I would be stitching the most famous crow couple Ida Mae and her honey, Ira Ray "next." Ha! I wonder what happened? They have been kitted up all these years just patiently waiting for me to pay them some attention. And you know what? I'm sorry I put off stitching them so long because they were both so delightful to stitch! I had originally picked the suggested 35 ct. WDW straw linen for the crow couple (designed by The Good Huswife), but after just a few stitches, I knew it wasn't for me. It was so flopsy--it about drove me crazy! So, I switched to what lately seems to be my "new best friend"--40 ct. country mocha Newcastle. Here is Ida Mae in all her glory stitched with the suggested NPI silks. Isn't she adorable? I just love her polka dots! Miss Ida Mae Crow Seriously, who could resist her? Well, certainly not Mr. Ira Ray Crow in his bright green vest and chocolate striped pants. I did make some changes to the flowers surrounding Ira Ray--I omitted the bright orange and used the same colors that were found in Ida Mae's palette. I changed the color of his buttons, too, from ivory to gold because they showed up better. Mr. Ira Ray Crow Um, let's talk about those pants of Ira Ray's--don't they totally remind you (well, those of you old enough to remember the fashionable 60s, that is!) of the slacks sported by many of the boy bands of the decade? Why, I know I dated a few guys who wore them (and, I "might" even admit to having owned a similar pair, myself--but don't tell anyone!!). I found this great old photo of a 60s band online (sorry, but I don't know the name of the group) and just look at the striped pants on the second guy--notice the resemblance? Too funny!! So, what do you think? Are Ira Ray and Ida Mae in the courting phase or are they married? I think it's the former... They both have a sort of hesitant, shy look about them. Ah, young love in bloom! I plan on framing them in black, rustic looking frames and hanging the pair in my family room. Two sweethearts in love... And I have another snowman ornament finish--my ninth of the year. Oh, wait, this is the 10th month of the year, isn't it? Yes, I'm behind--still need to stitch my snowman for October. I needed something quick and easy so I chose this little guy by The Little Stitcher called "Blue Snowman." He can be found in the 2016 Just Cross Stitch Ornament issue. Once again, I used 40 ct. country mocha Newcastle--just love it! "Blue Snowman" I changed the color of blue to DMC 930 (from the turquoise hue that was suggested) because I wanted to coordinate it with the Woolies Flannel that I chose for my finish. I'm so pleased with the final look. The blue wool flannel reminds me of a snuggly blanket and the ivory braided trim resembles a warm winter sweater giving this ornament a nice cozy feel. I surrounded it with some handmade cording and added a couple of rusty bells hanging from strands of DMC 930 to finish off the ornament. Only three ornaments left to stitch for the year--hooray! A ninth snowman ornament for my tree So, that is my stitching news for this post... But, don't leave yet! I've got some other news... Big news!! Look at the title of my post--it reads: "Four sweethearts and a snowman," doesn't it? Who are the other two sweethearts??? Well, remember my oldest son who moved to California last month? What I didn't tell you is that he left with a ring in his pocket... a beautiful diamond ring. And, on a lovely San Diego evening, while drifting down the canals near Coronado, he asked his very own sweetheart to marry him as they watched the sun set from a gondola. They are planning a fall 2017 wedding and we couldn't be happier for them... An engagement at sunset So, there is lots of happiness in my household in spite of a very tumultuous time in United States history. Thank goodness I have my stitching and Netflix watching so I can avoid the political commercials and stressful moments that this election is causing--at least, to some degree. Is anyone else stressed out? Yikes!! Pure craziness... I plan to be back with a couple of Halloween finishes before the end of the month, but until then--"Happy Stitching" everyone! And thank you all for your sweet comments and emails. The fact that you take a few moments out of your day to leave a comment really means a lot to me! Bye for now...

Welcome to the show everyone. Are you ready to try your hand at making a "Strawberry Pinkeep/Pincushion" ? If you are, here is my oh so simple pattern for you to use. First off you need to gather up your supplies. 9" x 9" piece of cross stitch fabric (any count or type) 1 skein of embroidery floss 3" x 14" piece or 1/8 yd. of cotton fabric or 1 piece of felt for the leaves 8" to 12" of cording, ribbon, yarn, etc. for hanger 9" x 9" piece of light weight fusible interfacing 18" of 24 gauge wire 9" diameter paper plate strong sewing thread, pearl cotton or crochet cotton Filling of your choice: Sand, Emery, crushed Walnut Shells or Fiberfill scissors pins tacky glue pencil & ruler sewing machine 1. After you have finished your stitching iron the fusible interfacing to the back (wrong side) of the fabric. Using the ruler and pencil mark a line 1/2" away from your stitching on the diagonal edge. (aka: corner to corner) and draw a line. Cut along the line. 2. Fold or cut the paper plate in half and line up the cut edge of the plate with the cut edge of the fabric. Make sure that your stitching is centered and that the edges of the paper are no closer than 1/2" from your stitching all around. Using the pencil, trace the arc of the plate onto the fabric and cut out out along the line. 3. Match up the straight edge of your piece along the stitching, right sides together and pin in place. The stitching should abut/touch, but not overlap. Sew the long edge using a 1/2" seam allowance, make sure the stitching is lined up properly, then trim the seam allowance to 1/4". Turn right side out. 4. Using the strong thread and turning the edge under 1/4" as you go, sew a gathering/basting stitch by hand all the way around the top edge. Make sure you leave two thread tails around 3" long for pulling. Pull the tails of your thread to loosely gather the top of the strawberry. Fill with your filling material and top the filling with a circle of fabric to help hold the filler inside. Gather the top tightly and tie off the thread, making sure to leave a small opening for the hanger and leaves stem. 5. Make a template for a simple oval leaf. Trace ten (10) of the leaves on to the cotton fabric. Cut them out. Cut the 24 gauge wire into five (5) 3-1/2" pieces. Using the tacky glue, lay a thin line of glue around the edge of the leaf and down the center on the wrong side of the fabric. Set the wire in the center of the leaf approx. 1/4" from the top. Lay the second leaf half on top of the first leaf, wrong sides together, and press in place. Set aside to dry. Repeat with the remaining leaves. You should have five (5) leaves. 6. While you are waiting for the leaves to dry make your hanger. I've used twisted cording and jute that I braided, but you can use whatever catches your fancy. Make sure that your hanger is between 8" and 12" long. Fold your hanger in half and knot the ends together. This will be placed inside the top of your strawberry and stitched or glued in place at the back seam. 7. After the leaves are dry trim the edges to remove any stray threads and uneven sides. I used pinking shears for this. Gather up the leaves and twist the wire stems together tightly. Trim the stem to 1/4" to 1/2" long. Cover in glue and insert in the top center of your strawberry. (You can poke a small hole in the fabric for the stem to set in) Set it aside to dry. (You may want to pin it to hold it in place) After drying arrange the leaves how you want them and glue them around the top edge if necessary to help cover the gathers. 8. There you have it, you just finished your first Strawberry Pinkeep/Pincushion. Congratulations!!! NOTES: I don't have paper plates at my house so I just found a lid in the right size and traced that onto paper for my template. Remember that the count of your fabric will change the finished size of your Strawberry, so you may need to adjust the size of your template. I found that crochet cotton is the best for the gathering stitches as the first knot will stay in place while you make the second one. Sewing thread and pearl cotton or floss can start to come loose. Well, there you go folks. I hope you have as much fun making yours as I did mine and if you have any questions my e-mail address is in my profile. I'll try to answer them the best I can. Take Care & Happy Stitching Sandy

When I was going through my old embroideries I found so many I’d forgotten about. Some I keep in hoops and others I just have as fabric squares stored in a box. I knew I could do something else...

Illustrated step-by-step instructions on how to work both versions of Palestrina stitch with photos of hand-embroidered samples to inspire.

Simply print out a design you like, print out some graph paper for free, and get to drawing! See the full tutorial on The Homesteady.Get this downloadable PDF print from Maiden on Etsy for $2.

Yikes, we've tipped over into February already but here's my January update. Meredithe & Anne's challenge has really worked for me so far and I have three finishes from my list😊😊😊 1. The [Travel] Comfort Quilt - most of the fabrics in this quilt are from my travels in Japan and New Zealand. This quilt was designed by Leanne Beasley and the pattern is in her Vignette #3 magazine. It's lovely to have it on our bed during the summer months. The little EPP tumbler blocks on the label were left over from a sewing box that I made, all these fabrics are in the quilt. 9. Sew Laugh Love - another Leanne Beasley design. I really like the way the applique squares and triangles from the border fabrics blend in and don't you love the vintage buttons that I inherited from a friend? 15. Boro coasters - these were started in a BeBe Bold class. I have also FINALLY finished all of the blocks for the Chester County Criswell Quilt - yay! As you know I have subsituted some different blocks into this quilt, the pineapple block below was designed by Elly Sienkiewicz. 'Hospitality' I drew a pomegranate block from a picture I saw on one of Barbara Brackman's blog posts. So I have finished all the blocks but now I'm struggling with the layout, anyway hope to have it sorted soon. And I have made a block for the retro quilt from Sharon's blog. Bow tie block I have also been doing a lot of hand sewing of the first pathways for the Value Proposition Quilt, the done pile has now out grown the unfinished pile. Thank you for all the encouragement I received about my list. This challenge has really motivated me and it's not too late to join in the fun. Cheers Carole

Find out how you can create a wonderful modern hand embroidery stitch sampler featuring over 30 stitches that are easy and fun

How to make a Lonely Cross Stitch or Confetti Stitch Sometimes you find a single cross stitch in the middle or the edge of your cross stitch pattern. A lonely cross stitch surrounded by a lot of blank cross stitch fabric. This is called a confetti cross stitch, such a cheerful name for a

A postcard and small bookcover both made using printed images on fabric and vintage embroidery mixed with various lace.

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This waistcoat is knit flat, in three pieces, then seamed together at the sides and shoulders. The back panel features chevron stripes of stockinette and moss stitch, while the front panel are adorned with large buttons and a tiny afterthought pocket just big enough for your favorite time piece! I cord edging around the shoulders and neckline give everything a clean and polished finish.The Walrus can be modified in several different ways and is specifically designed to suit all shapes, sizes, and genders! Available in sizes XS-6X (32-62 inch bust), you can make this cropped or full length, mix and match the front or back panels to achieve the exact fit you want, and adjust both the body and yoke to any height preference. There is also a waist shaping worksheet to add even more customization to the fit of this garment, which is particularly useful if you’d like to add a more feminine shape or if your bust, waist, and hip measurements have more than a 2 inch difference between them.

PLEASE NOTE: This is a DIY cross stitch kit and NOT a finished item. Also, this is counted cross stitch, so the design is NOT printed on the fabric. This design is also available as a digital PDF pattern or as a finished, ready to display item. Pattern (Instant Download): https://www.etsy.com/bananyastand/listing/268123411/ Finished and Framed: https://www.etsy.com/bananyastand/listing/252335755/ This is for those days when everything is just the worst, you feel more than a little misanthropic, and you can't help but think all God's children are terrible. Liz Lemon really speaks for all of us in such moments. This kit includes: - Two versions of the pattern: one with color blocks and one with black and white symbols. - One 5 inch embroidery hoop. - One 7” x 7” piece of light blue 14-count Aida fabric. - One tapestry needle, size 24. - All of the DMC embroidery floss needed for this pattern (7 colors). - Instructions and tips on how to cross stitch for beginners. The finished size of this design is approximately 3.5 inches wide by 3.9 inches high on 14-count Aida, which fits well in the 5” embroidery hoop provided. This pattern uses the basic cross stitch only, which makes it suitable for beginners. This kit is ready to ship within 1-3 business days via USPS first class mail. Feel free to contact me with any issue, comment, or question about this kit. I’d also love to see a photo of your finished project! © 2020 Anya Helsel Patterns are intended for personal use only. You may not copy, share, or sell the pattern. Selling the finished products is also not permitted. Thank you for supporting my small business! http://bananyastand.etsy.com

The Spirited Animals Collection will help remind you that life can be magical and fun! These cross stitch patterns will add sass and glamour to your life!

Do you remember back in May when I was inspired by the colours used in the cover of 'Ruth' magazine? I had hunted through my fabrics to find a similar palette, and found three that worked beautifully together. After choosing co-ordinating threads I put everything into a zip lock bag to wait for a design idea to form. Last month I went away on my 4-day retreat to Mission Beach, and the night before I left that idea came to life! I sketched it, traced it onto fabric, packed it in a little project container with the threads, and took it with me. In that secluded cottage on my own I sat quietly one night listening to an audio book on my ipod and I stitched my idea into life. You see, I have this Bible. The kids call it "Mum's fast flickin' Bible" because it's so old and so well used (and so underlined and highlighted and written through) that I can find any passage or verse I want very quickly... Last birthday Kezzie sent me the prettiest journal, and I thought how nice if I made a bag to carry my Bible, journal and pen with me when I head up the mountain for my quiet times... So, yesterday I set to work on it! Here is my new stitchery... ~ true peace found in Jesus ~ ...and here is my completed bag! It has room inside for either my 'fast flickin' Bible' or my larger study Bible, a front pocket for my journal... ...and pen pockets on the back. The base is boxed to give it a nice flat bottom... I love to share free stitcheries, especially when they glorify our Saviour, so please accept the 'true peace found in Jesus' design as a gift today from me to you. It's a free instant pdf download HERE in my shop. Be blessed, my friends. PS: Tell all your friends and bless them too, ok? And now to something else I want to share! After the amazing response to the few tutorials I've shared over the last couple of weeks, I thought it would be really nice to have a giveaway. Now this giveaway is really special for two reasons. The first is because this is my 1,007th blog post! Can you believe I write that much!? I hear my friends shouting "YES!!" The second is because the prize is a starter kit of my favourite things to use when I stitch! The kit consists of - * a Zig Millenium pen for tracing designs onto fabric * a piece of white hanky linen for stitching your design on * a piece of Weaveline to fuse behind your traced stitchery before you begin to embroider * two pretty Cosmo Seasons threads to stitch your project * a pack of my favourite Birch size 9 embroidery needles so you have plenty of lovely sharp ones on hand at all times * a large piece of pretty tonal fabric * and I'm also adding in the paper pattern for my 'Colour Your Heart' stitchery! Would you like to win the Elefantz Starter Kit? It's easy to enter the giveaway! Just leave one comment on this blog post. One comment for one entry. That's all! I'd love you to tell your friends of course... GIVEAWAY CLOSED Winner announced here on August 20th blog post. Winner will be drawn on August 19th when I share the next two blocks of 'Shabby Roses Home'. Tomorrow I'll share a sneak peek at them... hugs Jenny xx

Need to increase a stitch in knitting? This tutorial demonstrates how to add a stitch in knitting using the Bar Increase, the easiest method for beginners!