Embroidery Inspiration

Embroidery as therapy

Embroidery as therapy: 8 ways hand embroidery can boost your mental health and emotional wellbeing

I guess you saw these funny t-shirts, posters, aprons, or cross-stitch kits that say “…. because murder is wrong.” Crafters often joke about their hobbies and how they help them maintain mental sanity in a busy life. Some people choose gardening, others cooking. I use embroidery as a therapy to cope with stress and anxiety…

The pile of opened hand embroidery books

Best hand embroidery books: For reference, inspiration and skill-building

I want to share a short list of the best hand embroidery books I made for myself and you. This curated list offers resources for hand embroidery reference, inspiration, and education. You might wonder why I did not add online courses, video tutorials, and other digital resources to the list. These are great sources of…

Easter Embroidery Patterns to Celebrate Spring from Etsy and Free
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Easter Embroidery Patterns: Celebrate Spring with These Charming Designs

Discover the charm of Easter table and home decor with this curated collection of Easter embroidery patterns, available for free and on Etsy. I shortlisted my favorite hand embroidery patterns for various levels and for different decor purposes in one list, so you don’t have to. Just grab your embroidery supplies, download your favorite Easter…

Visible Mending Ideas, Techniques and Inspiration
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Visible Mending Ideas, Techniques and Inspiration to Transform Your Clothes

mending and sustainability In today’s fast-paced world, the fear of losing our personal touch in the maze of mass-produced fashion is real and growing. This article about mending ideas, mending techniques, and mending inspiration offers not only a solution but a creative rebellion against the impersonal nature of the modern wardrobe. This concept isn’t just…

Hand embroidery designs with books on Etsy
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Hand embroidery designs with book: 15 fun and charming embroidery patterns for book lovers

Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home. For many of us, finding time for our hobbies is a cherished part of our daily routine. But imagine the magic when two of these hobbies intertwine – the serene craft of hand embroidery and…

Visible Mending Knitwear A Creative and Sustainable Approach
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Visible Mending Knitwear

A Creative and Sustainable Approach Visible mending knitwear, also known as decorative knitwear repair and artistic mending of knit fabrics, represents more than just a method to fix a garment; it’s a statement about sustainability, creativity, and personal expression. This article delves into visible mending, providing insights, techniques, and inspiration for anyone exploring this fulfilling…

Valentines Day embroidery designs
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Stitch Your Heart Out: Discover Unique Valentine’s Day Embroidery Designs

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about chocolates and roses. For hand embroidery enthusiasts, crafters, and makers, Valentine’s Day embroidery designs give an opportunity to express our love through stitches and create something original and unique. As a passionate embroiderer, I’ve always found joy creating something heartfelt and handmade. Last year, I hand embroidered a Love Tic…

Christmas hand embroidery designs to stitch
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Christmas hand embroidery designs to stitch

15 Enchanting Christmas hand embroidery patterns to stitch As the festive spirit of Christmas begins to fill the air, embroiderers worldwide are seeking unique and heartwarming ways to express their holiday cheer. Hand embroidery, with its timeless elegance and endless creative possibilities, is an ideal medium for capturing the season’s essence. Besides that, slowly stitching…