Remember how free you felt as a kid when creating and experimenting? Do you sometimes feel anxious, stressed or overwhelmed and wish you could switch off for a while?
Making something beautiful with your hands is not only incredibly satisfying, it can be a great way to de-stress.
Join me as I share my journey to level up my embroidery and use creativity to promote good mental health.
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One of the criteria for the Royal School of Needlework Certificate blackwork module is to have an area where you blend two or more stitch patterns together. This is perhaps…
For years I’ve been of the belief that knots and embroidery are a big no-no. Other than French knots of course! That was until I was shown the waste knot…
I believe that embroidery nourishes our soul and has healing powers. It was a desire for this healing through stitch that lead me to create my blackwork rainbow. Back in…
I think seeding stitch can be a bit overlooked. I certainly didn’t pay it much attention for quite a while. But actually, it’s a pretty useful filling stitch. Especially when…
For a birthday treat last year I was lucky enough to join one of the Royal School of Needlework’s special Bacton altar cloth classes. Our day began with a private…
This is the first in a series of stitch tutorial posts I’ll be creating. As well as walking you through how to create each stitch, I’ll include tips that I’ve…
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As seen in Stitch magazine
Check out my projects in Stitch magazine.
My penguins crewelwork is an elegant design with striking shading that’s sure to impress. Then for a bit of everyday inspiration, my reach for the stars cushion is a perfect addition to your home.
