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You will also find free patterns and designs for you to unlock your creativity. It is a great place for any creative looking to learn or find inspiration in this art form.
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I am proud to show you this lovely artwork that is featured in the latest stunning issue ( issue #127) of Inspirations Magazine. I must tell you that it is in my top 5 favourites of all time…this piece I am keeping for my own gallery ♥
Here you will learn how to make a little stumpwork moth (the easy way), how to make three-dimensional leaves and how to create dimension in your work. Learn how to make a sturdy main stem and the delicate flower stalks and how to make flower petals with variegated silk ribbon.I hope you will love this piece as much as I do.
Don’t miss out on the beautiful kit to be found here on Inspiration's website.
These white flowers do add to the beauty of this ribbon embroidery arrangement, don’t you think? Lisianthus, also called Texas bluebell, prairie rose or prairie gentian, is valued for its vibrant colours and attractive blooms. Here is a short tutorial about how to create this lovely flower. I used this technique for my popular Box Full of Lessons (number 13 in the series) and here’s an extract on how...
I wanted to show you these lovely pieces by my friend Carman Chan in Hong Kong I love the colours that she chose to embellish the panels that I made for my Monogram book. If you want to embroider a monogram (printed in colour onto cotton fabric) for a special occasion, scroll down here until you find the letters... Letter E . ,Letter L . .Letter J ....
The 'Little Bird' needlebook is thethirdkit in this series and features an exquisite design of a charming little bird and vibrant butterflies amongst lush green leaves. Frilly pink petals of dainty little flowers, captured within an ornate frame of background stitches and glittering wings.
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You will learn a lot from this kit with detailed instructions and step-by-step photographs by Di van Niekerk. Be creative and grab the opportunity!
The weekend has arrived along with a cold front in Cape Town, signalling the beginning of winter. For many of you in the Northern Hemisphere, warmer days are on the horizon; enjoy them! Today, we feature an exquisite ribbon embroidery work by Leeanne Hill from Southern California. . . Leeanne wrote: “I just wanted you to see what I did with the Love You Heart kit. Thank you...
Don't you just love this little girl with her jeans and leather belt? And look at her leather shoes ♥ In Cape Town we have a wonderful leather shop called Woodheads (est. 1867) and we get our leather off cuts from them. I will show you examples of where we used leather in our embroidery. Maybe you too will have some ideas for your embroidery projects. I would love...
Today, we have a piece titled "Children Fishing" by Sonia Lacson from Sarasota, Florida, USA. Sonia purchased the Children Fishing kit from us, here at Dicraft in Cape Town, and created this masterpiece. The design features outstanding dimension, showcasing her skill in dimensional embroidery. . . . I asked Sonia to share her embroidery story. She replied: “My name is Sonia Lacson, and I was born in...
. . Hi, stitching world, I have some lovely pieces to show you today! By Svetlana Bell from Münster in Germany. Svetlana wrote: “I love different kinds of embroidery, especially silk ribbon embroidery, because it gives a very nice volume effect. When I saw your works at the first time, I was very impressed. They are very gorgeous. Then I bought your book and started to learn a new...
. . Hello Stitching Friend! I have some inspiring news regarding our best-selling needlebook series. Don't miss out on the chance to embark on a creative journey that's been carefully crafted with passion and inspiration. "A Magical Spring" is the second in our popular needlebook series. Along with all that you need, you will find detailed photos and instructions that I wrote step-by-step. These are for you to easily...
Did You Know? Embroidery hoops are thin with a tightening screw, while quilting hoops are thicker with a wing nut. Both can be used for embroidery, but quilting hoops are sturdier and stay tightened longer. Keep your embroidery taut within the hoop as you stitch to ensure optimal tension. Frequently stretch the fabric layers, pulling them gently along the edges and corners until they are taut again. Secure...
