If you want to experience what it would be to paint with thread, then you need to give punch needle embroidery a try. This technique dates back to thousands of years and has remained popular even today. The punch needle simply pushes the yarn or thread into the fabric instead of stitching through it. Easy as…
Rhinestones are hands-down the best way to add some sparkle to your clothes. The little glass stones are jewelry for your clothes and can make such a difference to your outfit. When it comes to embellishing clothing with rhinestones, there is quite a bit to know beforehand. There are a few choices you need to…
Punch needle embroidery takes some time and patience, so the last outcome you could want is for it to all fall apart because you have used the wrong fabric. There are a few options to choose from when it comes to the right punch needle fabric, but you cannot just use any piece of material….
If you’re new to needlework, you might find it a challenge to wrap your head around all the different types of needle crafts you could try out. From knitting and crocheting to needlepoint and embroidery, there are lots of fun options to get started with. Embroidery is one of the oldest and most popular forms…
If you’re looking to get a new machine to step up your craft game, you might want to get a better understanding of the different types of machines available and the differences between them. At first glance, an embroidery machine and a sewing machine may not seem very different. There are a number of similarities…
If you’re learning to embroider by hand, you’ve likely come across nice hand embroidered projects featuring words and text. Adding letters and text to embroidery projects is a great way to personalize them. What, though, is the best font for embroidery letters by hand? The answer to that question largely depends on personal choice and…
Ready made kits make it easy to start a new hobby. The kit usually includes all of the materials you need for at least one project plus detailed instructions on how to go about creating your masterpiece. The nice part about kits is that they take the guesswork out of whatever hobby you want to…
Punch needle is such a fun craft that is quickly growing in popularity. It is the perfect craft for beginners to start with fiber arts and is suitable for experienced crafters as well. If you are wanting to step into the world of punch needle embroidery, you will need to make sure you have all…
The art of embroidery began sometime during 16th century Europe. The technique caught on quite rapidly among the upper crust of society. It is easy to imagine how the splendor of this stunning and delicate artwork brought even more beauty to ball gowns, bags, hats, gloves, and summer parasols. The technique started in France, but…
Fibers have been woven into fabrics for about 100,000 years. The process is quite simple, but getting the fabric just the right texture and color can be very complicated. Luckily, all that is done for us now. We just pick the fabric we like from thousands and thousands of choices. Choosing the right thread for…