Having covered several embroidery techniques in previous posts, I realized I’d overlooked the most fundamental starter stitches. The straight stitch and the running stitch are two of the ten essential hand-sewing stitches you need to master. They serve as the … Continued
Sewing on a button is a simple, useful skill, and with a few easy steps you can secure them neatly. Buttons can add detail and character to your handmade projects, and sewing them on securely is simpler than you might … Continued
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
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
Types of embroidery thread Embroidery thread comes in many thicknesses and fibres, including cotton, wool, satin, silk, and rayon. Each material produces a different texture and visual effect, from the soft matte look of wool to the glossy shine of … Continued
If you’re new to embroidery, the best place to begin is with five simple, versatile stitches: Running Stitch, Back Stitch, Straight Stitch, Chain Stitch, and French Knot. With just these sewing stitches, you can outline shapes, add texture, fill areas … Continued