The way a Monogram personalizes my possessions is what endears me to it. The combining of my initials in a tasteful manner decorating my clothes and accessories – it is the ultimate in customization. It is also increasingly being used in modern decor to bring on a hint of sophistication and distinction. A monogram is that ‘final … Read more
Embroidered flowers are beautiful. But sometimes you want some more pizzazz to your work. You want your flowers to look real, stand out, not lie flat. Here cometh the 3 D embroidered flowers. Nothing too complicated as they sound – beautiful and almost as eye popping and original looking as real flowers The best 3 … Read more
Hand embroidery does not need elaborate equipment or supplies; you can do it with a good enough fabric, embroidery thread, and a suitable needle. But when you get into the world of embroidery, you get to explore a lot more – Several embroidery tools and fabric and needles and threads that change the way you … Read more
Once upon a time, Ribbons were affordable only to the very rich . Thankfully this is not the case now. Cannot imagine my sewing drawer without all those shiny effervescent ribbons Ribbons bring good fortune. I am not fibbing or finding excuses for my ribbon splurges. See how they are mostly used for celebrating – be it wrapping birthday … Read more
What is Metallic embroidery thread ? Metallic thread generally refers to the round, twisted specialty thread created by twisting and bonding a fine metallic foil around a strong core to create an exceptionally smooth, strong, and pliable thread. The resultant thread has the shine of a real metal – be it silver, gold, or bronze. … Read more
A French knot is a knot stitch made by wrapping thread once or twice around the needle and pulling through, leaving a small and beautiful knot on the fabric’s surface. This is one stitch every embroiderer should be learning early in the learning process, but most of the first timers have a dread of this … Read more