What options are there for displaying your finished embroidery pieces?
Some tips for any beginners out there suffering from "blank hoop syndrome"!
Let's talk thread - the main brands, and the main types of hand embroidery thread available.
Ok you're tempted to try embroidery, but it looks complicated - more complicated than cross stitch - let's go into some detail about how difficult embroidery is or isn't!
Carrying on from my series on the basics of embroidery, it’s time to talk about another staple – the hoop.
I show you how to transfer a pattern from paper to fabric using carbon paper - and a pen!
So, you've collected the basics that you need to start embroidering. There's also a few tools that can help you on the way - whether that's helping with threading pesky needles, easing sore hands and fingers, or help with learning new embroidery techniques!
Wondering which fabrics are best for hand embroidery - and which ones really aren't? Check out our guide to different embroidery materials!
You're keen on getting started with embroidery, but still have a hundred questions? Find all of the answers in the Ultimate Embroidery Guide for Beginners!