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Did You Know? The simplest of stitches will often be the most effective. A common error is to use too many stitches in one design. The best approach is to keep to a few stitches and use different textures of ribbon and thread to create an interesting dimension. I would love to see what you are making, please email me your pictures! Until next time, have fun...
Did You Know? Needles should be changed regularly as they can become blunt after repeated use. Typically, it is recommended to discard needles safely after two or three projects. If a needle begins to feel sticky or loses its shine, it should be replaced. Avoid using the sharp end of the needle to adjust the ribbon stitches, as this may damage or tear the ribbon. I would...
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 ....
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...
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...
Question: Would you be interested in the kit for this beautiful piece that will include detailed, step-by-step instructions plus hints for silk ribbon embroidery? Let me know in the comments, thank you!
Silk Ribbon Embroidery Post by Di van Niekerk Look at this lovely hammock scene by Denise Westgate! It just makes me wish I was lying on it right now and with the holidays coming up, that could be a possibility for a lot of us! Or a dream... . . I'll show you some of the details close-up... . . . and don't you just love...
"There is a calmness to a life lived in Gratitude, a quiet joy" Wishing you all a Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy this special day and THANK YOU for all your support and friendship throughout the years. I want to share this lovely piece by Karen Fraser who teaches at Piecemakers in California. It's an apt design for this special day to celebrate the harvest season... . ....
How to make thick, rounded stems for Roses and other flowers . . Ever wondered how to make a large, rounded, life-like stem? It's really easy... . 1. Make a foundation row of back stitches. . . . . . 2. And wrap the stitches with ribbon... . . . Here is an example of a stem...
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