If you have thought of embroidering things related to Christmas, other than the obvious Christmas embroidery motifs like Santa and stars, I can highly recommend Christmas trees. They are super simple to draw and embroider and very symbolic. Do you know what the Christmas tree symbolizes? It symbolizes life, hope, and survival. I will tell … Read more
Come the festive season, Christmas motifs always find a place in our sewing and crafting projects. There is a joy in sewing with fabrics which are printed or embroidered with motifs which have special connection to the holiday season. These special designs are used in lots of different Christmas things, like decorations, clothes, and crafts, … Read more
Do you know what lies close to the most distinguishing part of your body ? – the neckline! It frames your face and makes it all the more attractive than it already is; Which is why people care so much about choosing their necklines. And, neck embroidery designs can transform a plain neckline into a … Read more
Have you seen all those posts on instagram with silhouette embroidery? I was wondering how that was done and tried it on my fabric. It looked simple enough. I managed to get to it like an elephant in a sugarcane field…..but I am happy with the end result. Silhouette embroidery involves creating embroidered designs that … Read more
If Satin does not look so good on clothes, I will not embroider on it. To be frank, it is a hassle, unless you are very careful. Satin is one of the most elegant fabrics. It has a subtle shine, soft texture, and good drape. Everything needed for a good dressmaking fabric. I am talking about the … Read more
Traditional embroidery techniques used in clothes in India Phulkari This embroidery belongs to the Punjab region and is an essential part of the trousseau of a Punjabi bride. It originated in the Jat community in Punjab. Phulkari means a garden of flowers. Phulkari used to be done on homespun and home-woven dyed khadi material, … Read more