Showing posts with label Techniques. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Techniques. Show all posts

Thursday, 30 January 2014

Embroidery Hoop/Frame

A few days ago I bought an embroidery hoop/frame. They are used to keep the fabric straight and in place while you do embroidery.

In my opinion it is essential to have one in your sewing tool box.

There will be a post coming later on how to use one.

Friday, 3 January 2014

How to do Blanket Stitch

Blanket stitch is so confusing to put in words, so to make it easier, here is a video below.

Some things to know about Blanket Stitch:

- It is a decorative stitch
- It can be done in different ways
- Blanket stitch is best done using embroidery thread