The Whip stitch is one of those simple, dependable hand‑sewing stitches that every maker should have in their toolkit. This neat, slanted stitch wraps around the edge of your fabric to create a secure seam with a soft, handmade finish. … Continued
The Detached Fly Stitch is a wonderfully simple little stitch that creates V‑shaped marks that are perfect for adding texture and detail to your sewing. I often use it on felt animals, especially for creating feathery touches on handmade soft … Continued
It definitely is too early to be talking about Christmas, but when you hand embroider handmade Christmas decorations, felt ornaments, and other slow‑stitched gifts, they take time and I need to start making now for the Christmas Markets. This is … Continued
The Blanket Stitch is one of those simple techniques that instantly adds charm to a handmade project. Whether you’re edging felt shapes, closing a soft toy, or adding a decorative finish to a piece of embroidery, this stitch creates a … Continued
Back Stitch is the stitch you learn once you’ve mastered Straight Stitch and Running Stitch. It’s a flat, tidy stitch that’s worked forwards on the top surface and backwards on the reverse, creating a strong, continuous line.It’s also a sturdier … Continued
Within my work, I often incorporate the Lazy Daisy Flower, one of my favourite embroidery motifs. I love it so much that it has become my Flora Patterns logo. This simple stitch creates a lovely, graphic flower that adds a … Continued
This little instruction booklet accompanies your Mini Hen Sewing Kit. The pattern is adapted from one of my mother’s original designs, discovered in the treasure trove of her sewing cupboard. She created these charming hens in the 1940s while convalescing … Continued
Hello I am Alison the founder and designer behind Flora Patterns. My background … I originally trained as an architect and interior designer, but my career has been in education. Over the years, I’ve moved from using a traditional T-square … Continued