Embroidery Hoops are the key to all embroidery projects but choosing the right one might not be straight forward. In this guide, lets talk about the different types of embroidery hoops and the different sizes. What Is an Embroidery Hoop? An embroidery hoop is a circle or oval frame made of two rings: The fabric…
Did you know there is more than one type of embroidery thread. You might have realized this when you have gone to buy embroidery floss and was flooded with types. Cotton floss, pearl cotton, stranded thread, metallic, wool… it’s a lot to take in when you’re just starting out. If you’ve ever wondered what the…
Sewing machine problems happen to everyone, not just beginners and not just to cheap machines. Tension issues, broken needles and jammed fabric are some of the most common problems most people face. The good news is that these sewing machine problems are usually minor and can be fixed at home. Usually just a minor change…
How long does embroidery really take? Let me be honest with you, it takes a long time. Probably longer than you think. You might look at a small hoop and think, “That won’t take long at all,” only to realise hours later that you’re nowhere near finished. If you’ve ever wondered how long embroidery really…
Needle Felting seems so simple, grab a needle, grab some wool… and stab? Well actually kind of but you do need the correct tool. This beginner-friendly guide explains all the essential needle felting tools, what each one does, and which ones you can skip as a beginner Here is an amazing beginner kit, that has…
Why sewing projects look homemade? Have you ever finished a sewing project only to step back and look and think, “Why does this look homemade?” You followed the pattern to the best of your ability and yet the final result doesn’t look like the finished pattern picture This has absolutely nothing to do with talent…
Crochet patterns are hard to read, and make beginners want to give up without even trying. All of the symbols, abbreviations and new terms can be hard for anyone, but once learnt its really quite simple, so lets talk about it. The truth is, most crochet patterns follow the same basic structure. Once you know…
Crochet looks so easy when you watch someone else do it, just repeating yourself over and over again, it must be hard to make a mistake right?… wrong, mistakes happen all the time in crochet and this how you fix them. If you’re just starting out, here are the most common beginner crochet mistakes and…
Choosing the right fabric when you are starting out is really going to decide how your experience with sewing goes, specially if you’re just starting out. Many beginners struggle not because they’re bad at sewing, but because they accidentally choose fabrics that are difficult to work with. This guide will walk you through the best…
How to choose embroidery floss colors? This can feel surprisingly difficult, especially if colors don’t come naturally to you. You’re faced with dozens of shades that look almost the same, but are way different. If you’ve ever stood in front of a floss display thinking “Which one do I pick?”, this guide is for you….
I think Needle Felting is so trendy at the moment, Christmas has just passed and in nearly every shop I went to, needle felted ornaments were selling for a pretty penny but for good reasons too! You probably have seen some needle felting and wonder how its actually made and why its so small but…
Learning to dsew can feel so hard and impossible to learn and it can also feel expensive…. There are dozens of tools, and accessories online promising to make your sewing easier. This is not the case for the most part and especially for a beginner theses are needed. This post will help you focus on…
Hand embroidery is an amazing craft to learn. Beginners often feel frustrated and let down with their results and progress mainly due to common mistakes that are very fixable. Threads tangle, stitches look uneven, and projects don’t turn out how you imagined. Almost every beginner runs into the same problems. These common embroidery mistakes are…
When I first decided to start sewing at home, I thought I had a pretty good idea of what I was getting into. I mean surely its pretty straight forward…. You buy a sewing machine.then buy some fabric.You make cute things. Easy… right? Yeah. Not quite. If you’re thinking about learning to sew, or you’ve…
When you’re new to needle felting, most advice focuses on tools and supplies, and very rarely technique, when in reality using the correct technique will further your progress even more than using a fancy more expensive needle. So I thought I would compile a list on the 6 top, most important needle felting tips for…
One of the biggest surprises for beginners is how long needle felting actually takes. Many people assume small projects should only take a few minutes when frankly this is just not true. Understanding realistic time expectations can make needle felt far more enjoyable and your projects turn out so much better. Why Needle Felting Takes…
When you’re new to needle felting, choosing the right first project makes a huge difference. Some projects look simple but are surprisingly difficult, while others are perfect for learning basic techniques which in time will build the foundation to create harder projects. These easy needle felting projects for beginners are perfect for learners. Lets get…
If your needle felting keeps falling apart or won’t hold its shape, I had this exact problem when I first started. With small changes I managed to fix this problem. This is exactly how i did it. Here are the main reasons needle felting falls apart and what you can do differently. Before we get…
Lets talk about needle felting supplies for beginners. When you first start researching needle felting, it’s easy to think you need a large kit filled with tools. In reality, beginners only need a few simple supplies to get started…. litterally only three, dont sweat about the other stuff. This beginner needle felting supplies list covers…
Lets talk about needle felting for beginners. Needle felting looks way harder than it actually is. If you have been curious about trying and have been pondering whether to try it or not this is your sign to do it! I found this craft was the easiest to pick up and master. The good news…