Practical Embroidery Newsletter 2

Are You Embroidering Ornaments? 🎄🎀 Read for Ideas and Tips!

Hand embroidered Christmas ornaments Hi, Reader, I like to make my Christmas ornaments by hand. I embroider and sew them, make decorations from acorns and pinecones, make little mushrooms from cork, crochet snowflakes, or make origami decor. This year, I plan on making some himmeli ornaments from natural straw. DIY Himmeli kit for beginners on Etsy If you are unfamiliar with this technique, it’s a traditional Lithuanian (and Scandinavian) art in which the pieces of straw are assembled to…

Hand embroidered needle books with botanical embroidery

Hand embroidered needle book tutorial: Free embroidery pattern and easy step-by-step guide

A hand embroidered needle book is a practical and original tool for organizing sewing and embroidery needles. This DIY needlebook project combines creativity with functionality, allowing you to personalize your needle book with a botanical hand-embroidered design and a word of your choice. In this tutorial, you will learn how to make an embroidered needle…

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Get Ready for the Holidays: Advent Calendar Ideas and Inspiration 🎄🎁

About Advent Calendars Hi, Reader, How are you doing?It’s wild how all the content on social media transforms from spooky to jolly overnight! 🎃 -> 🎅I need more time to adapt to this change! Too early? It happens every year right after Halloween, but I’m never ready! One of my ways to get into the Christmas mood is by making an Advent calendar for my daughter. This tradition began years ago when she was three or four. I sewed linen bags and hand-embroidered the numbers from 1 to 24. We both…

Hand embroidered gifts to make for Christmas - gift guide

Hand embroidered gifts to make for Christmas – the ultimate handmade holiday gift guide

Making hand embroidered gifts for the people we love is a labor of love that brings us much joy. If you are a maker, it does not matter if you have been stitching your gifts for years or are just getting started. Eventually, we all run out of ideas and need fresh inspiration for what…

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Practical Embroidery – October Overview 🍂 🧵 ✂

OCTOBER OVERVIEW Hi, Reader, As usual, on the last day of the month, I share a monthly overview of articles, guides, and video tutorials published on the Practical Embroidery blog and YouTube channel. Ready to explore? Embroidery Advent Calendar The Perfect Holiday Gift for Stitchers Read Now Gifts For Embroiderers The ultimate guide to choosing the perfect gift Read Now Embroidered birthday card – DIY Tutorial + free PDF pattern Embroidery Advent Calendar: Perfect Advent calendar for…

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Stop Losing Needles – Get Organized Now! 🧵

Hi, Reader, Have you ever wasted your precious crafting time hunting for the right needle? If so, you’re not alone! I had this problem for years! In this email, I will share some tips that might resolve this block and help you create a crafting space where the needles are organized and ready to be used. Why should you organize your needles? It saves time. When your needles are organized by type, size, and project use, you’ll save time that could be spent stitching! It protects your projects….

DIY magnetic bookmark tutorial
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DIY magnetic bookmark tutorial: Create a personalized hand-embroidered page holder

DIY tutorial with a free printable magnetic bookmark template and Christmas wreath embroidery pattern If you are a book lover who enjoys adding a personal touch to your reading accessories, this magnetic bookmark DIY embroidery and sewing project is perfect for you! These custom magnetic bookmarks combine embroidery with practical functionality – they not only…

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How to learn hand embroidery faster? ⏱🧵🌠

Hi, Reader, One of the questions I often get is how to find time for stitching and learn it faster? My short answer is: Well, hand embroidery is a slow craft by its nature, and the only way to learn it is with slow but constant practice. My longer answer consists of some tips to help you speed up the learning process: Start with the basics Choose Simple Stitches: Begin with foundational stitches like Running stitch, Backstitch, Satin stitch, French knots, and Chain stitch. Use Tutorials:…

Best gifts for embroiderers, crafters and makers
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Gifts for embroiderers: The ultimate guide to choosing the perfect present

Best gifts for embroiderers for Christmas, birthdays, and any gifting occasion Finding the perfect gifts for embroiderers can be a challenge. I shortlisted tools and accessories, subscriptions, books, and cute notions so you can choose without spending hours scrolling the internet and make any stitching enthusiast’s day. I listed a bit of everything—from premium embroidery…

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Learn Hand Embroidery: Embrace Sustainable Living 🧵

EMBROIDERY+MENDING Hi, Reader, I hope this newsletter finds you well and creatively inspired! Today, I want to talk about something close to my heart and likely yours, too: the powerful connection between hand embroidery, mending, and sustainability. In a world where fast fashion dominates and items are often discarded at the first sign of wear, mending through embroidery is a thoughtful, creative, and sustainable alternative. Not only does this extend the life of your favorite garments, but…