Category Archives: Embroidery

Embroidery Basics: How do you do embroidery?

Posted on June 10, 2011 by admin

Think how amazing it is to create something that can be passed on generation to generation as an heirloom. Or you can make something special for friends that are inexpensive and came from the heart. So let’s get started.
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Six Tips on Choosing an Embroidery Machine

Posted on April 24, 2011 by admin

Embroidery machines are expensive items, and there are many brands on the market. How can you choose one when they all appear to be the same? Look again – not all machines are created equal. A quality embroidery machine should … Continue reading →

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Crewel Embroidery Supplies

Posted on April 9, 2011 by admin

Crewel embroidery is a very old art form, dating back to a thousand years or more. Basically, it is a style of needlework that uses wool, cotton, or linen and stitching to create an artistic pattern on fabric. This type … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Machines Compared: Simplicity, Brother, Singer

Posted on March 8, 2011 by admin

Embroidery machines are able to quickly create designs using only thread, a needle, and a pattern. Some of the best sewing brands include Simplicity, Brother, and Singer. These are well-known companies that have been around for decades, so their quality … Continue reading →

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Accessories for an Embroidery Machine

Posted on January 21, 2011 by admin

Back in the day, women and young girls spent painstaking hours hunched over scraps of fabric illuminated by dim candles. That was the only way to create intricate patterns on clothes and blankets. Technology has now made it possible to … Continue reading →

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