
10 Free Tools to Create Your Own Embroidery Patterns
Make custom embroidery designs from photos, drawings, and more with these free online embroidery pattern makers—plus discover free resources to inspire your designs
Discover techniques, inspiration, and advice on how to create with a needle and thread.
Make custom embroidery designs from photos, drawings, and more with these free online embroidery pattern makers—plus discover free resources to inspire your designs
Learn how to use a hoop, thread, and needle to begin embroidering, with Kseniia Guseva Embroidery can make everything from your empty wall to the hole in your sneakers that bit more beautiful. While it may seem intimidating at first, learning the basic steps of this ancient craft will open up a world of upcycling and patchwork possibilities. Kseniia Guseva (@faimyxstitch) has been embroidering every day since 2016, creating stitchwork cityscapes—an interest shaped by the architecture of her hometown St Petersburg—as well as feeding her other passion: upcycling. Here she shares a few basic embroidery steps to help you get started, from how to set up your hoop to the various ways you thread the needle, that will help you start your embroidery journey right. Learn more in the video below:
Are you ready to immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Lunéville embroidery? If you answered yes, today is your lucky day! I venture with you on this artistic journey, sharing five essential tips for getting started with Lunéville embroidery, a technique that has captured my heart and imagination. And don't worry, whether you are a complete beginner or an experienced embroiderer, there will be something for everyone.
Learn these tricks to give your embroidery a professional finish, as well as tips to protect your designs in the long-term
Hello, dear embroidery creatives! I'm Adriana Torres, also known as Soymigadepan, and today I want to talk to you about the importance of creating your own relief stitch sampler to bring to life truly original and unique pieces. When we dive into the fascinating world of relief embroidery, it's easy to get lost in the wonderful variety of stitches and techniques available. However, one of the best ways to develop your personal style and create authentic pieces is to create your own relief stitch sampler.
Learn how to make a cross stitch pattern easily and quickly, in this step-by-step tutorial with Ignacia Jullian
Get into freestyle embroidery with Andrea Orue’s three essential techniques for beginners
Looking for new embroidery inspiration? Download these 5 unique patterns for free and add a personal touch to your projects. Dive into the world of printable patterns, basic stitches, and intricate embroidery designs. Embroidery isn’t just about needles and threads, it’s a journey into a world of creative expression. If you've ever found yourself lost in this intricate dance, then get ready to embark on a new adventure. Buckle up, because today we're unleashing a collection of 5 extraordinary downloads that will revolutionize your embroidery game. Your skills are about to skyrocket from great to absolutely astonishing!
Explore the enchanting world of textile art and embroidery with these 4 recommended books curated by Amanda McCavour, a seasoned teacher at Domestika. Today, we're diving headfirst into the captivating world of embroidery, where every stitch tells a unique story. And who better to guide us on this whimsical adventure than one of our very own embroidery teachers, Amanda McCavour (@amandamccavour) ? She's curated a list of 4 must read books that promise to inspire and ignite your passion for the art of thread work. So, without further ado, let's unravel the secrets hidden within these pages!
The world of design and clothing unfolds like a blank canvas, coming to life through the precise measurements that give shape to each garment. If measurements are the stars that guide navigators, patternmaking emerges as the compass that orients toward the perfect creation. Embark on our journey towards excellence in patternmaking! 🚀✨
Lunéville crochet embroidery is an exquisite technique that fuses tradition with modernity, giving life to unique and charming creations. This delicate and detailed art has conquered hearts thanks to its elegance and versatility. In addition, it demands precision, care and patience to weave a unique narrative with every stitch you make.
Hi, I'm Melissa Galbraith, fiber artist behind MCreativeJ. I am passionate about the art of hand embroidery.
Hello everyone! I'm Dominique Schwarzhaupt, the teacher behind the "Embroidered Notebooks" course at Domestika, and I'm excited to share with you the fascinating connection between drawing and embroidery, two forms of artistic expression that can merge in a unique and charming way.
Marie Castro, a renowned content creator specializing in crochet, has earned her place in the world of handicrafts with a unique focus on crochet, combining her passion for this technique with influences from fashion, music, and travel. To keep her precious handmade pieces in perfect condition, Marie shares some important storage and washing practices.
Basic tips when starting to embroider using a hoop, by Gimena Romero
Learn to create appliqués from your embroidery with Ana María Restrepo and her textile design label Amarpo If you like to embroider, consider turning your pieces into appliqués. This process will give your pieces more uses by making it possible to transfer them to all kinds of surfaces and clothes. Ana María Restrepo (@anamaria_10), the brains behind the textile design brand Amarpo, shares her techniques and advice on opening up the possibilities for your embroidery pieces. Watch her tutorial here:
The Enchantment of Tapestry in a New Era The magic of carpets transcends epochs, geographies and cultures. It is wonderful how ancestral techniques resurface in modern products. And it is precisely this connection between the ancient and the contemporary that you will explore in the Voador Tecelagem course at Domestika, dedicated to the fascinating world of the tufting technique.
Tapestry is an ancient art form that has always been present in various cultures around the world. At Voador Tecelagem, we dedicate ourselves to perpetuating this tradition, adapting it to the comfort and aesthetics of the modern home. In this article, we will explore three fascinating tapestry techniques: Kilim, Knot Technique, and Tufting.
Learn step by step how to illustrate with the grid stitch technique with Yolanda Andrés Yolanda Andrés (@yolandandres) grew up in a town surrounded by friends and family with the women in her life. But she hung up the thimble to dedicate herself to graphic design and advertising until in 2008, when her daughter was born prematurely, she began to accompany the long hours in the hospital with the thread and needle. So what she started as a way to abstract herself, stop counting hours and relax became her job. Now she is an artistic embroiderer who has worked for large brands and institutions such as Hermès, Museo Thyssen or Carolina Herrera. In this tutorial she teaches you how to make the grid stitch, one of the most interesting cross stitches. See the tutorial below:
From radical creators pushing the boundaries to haute couture fashion houses, get inspired by these incredible embroidery artists
Learn with Señorita Lylo some of the secrets to start embroidery brilliantly Señorita Lylo (@srtalylo) is a graphic designer and embroiderer. She starts each of her projects as a challenge and she puts her whole hand and her heart into it. Next, she shows you 4 simple tips to get started in embroidery, because the art of sewing requires a lot of prior preparation. See VIDEO of the tutorial below:
Fabric selection in sewing is like learning a new language. Discover fabric fundamentals, types, and tips to choose the right fabric for your DIY fashion projects.
Enjoy these some examples of embroidered bees and lemon slices, along with a template, so you can create your own!
Master the art of embroidering realistic fur on animal portraits with expert techniques from Santo Cielo.
Embroidery has been a timeless craft that has captured the interest of creative people for generations. The art of needle and thread allows artists to express their imagination and bring life to fabric through intricate designs and colorful motifs. One of the most liberating and rewarding forms of embroidery is free-motion embroidery, which opens up endless possibilities for artistic expression.
Happy Embroidery Day! July 30th is here, and what better way to celebrate than by showcasing the 5 coolest embroidery projects from our community. They are magnificent projects and, above all, they are proof that embroidery is an art full of care, originality, fun, and color. Let's take a look and don't miss these amazing embroidery courses!
Grab a needle and thread and learn creative embroidery techniques with these beginner courses, from upcycling to clothing design to cross stitch artwork
Celebrate embroidery day with these 5 free downloadable tools. Get your needles ready and start creating your artwork.
Discover the art of amigurumi keychain making with step-by-step guidance from an expert crochet artist
Learn all about amigurumi alongside expert crafter Joanna Kienmeyer and discover why these creations are one of the best forms of self-expression