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Welcome to my Blog. This a place to share and learn all things embroidery. Here I post inspirational stories and free lessons in the form of tutorials and guides. I also share tips, tricks and teach stitches and techniques.

You will also find free patterns and designs for you to unlock your creativity. It is a great place for any creative looking to learn or find inspiration in this art form.

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December 2024
November 2024
Some new Fuchsias for you

    ♫♬♪ Good morning… it's a beautiful day in Cape Town.    New Fuchsias for our new book: THE ART OF FELTING AND RIBBON EMBROIDERY.   Showing you ideas close-up and soon you will be able to learn  step-by-step, with detailed photographs!               Have a good week stitching world   Love Di        

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1. Ribbon Embroidery and Stumpwork Book (RES)

  The fifth book from the pen of well-known South African embroiderer designer, Di van Niekerk.  The book on the left is the Classic Volume (second edition) and the book on the right is the new, revamped, updated edition. When you place your order, we will write back to enquire which edition you would like.   This book is a must-have for all lovers of silk ribbon embroidery and...

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Working on our new book......

  A little purse for our new book ....   Click on the image to enlarge     Happy weekend stitching world!   Love Di      

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Happy New Year!

    I wish you Peace, Love, Joy and Happiness… May it be a very good year for you ♥      

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Happy Christmas!

    Wishing you and your family and very Merry Christmas ♥   Have a super weekend filled with love and harmony. Travel safely!   Love Di    

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Happy Thanksgiving Day!

  Happy Thanksgiving Day to you and your loved ones... Enjoy this special time and hope the turkey is delicious!   Love Di ♥      

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WHLE27 Embroidery Kit

An exciting re-launch of a very beautiful project!!   For a short period only, so don't miss out!   WHLE27 Girl with a White Horse   Embroidered by the gifted, Emma Kriegler.        Click on the image to enlarge     Complete kit   This beautiful kit contains:   1. The embroidery panel with the image which is A3 in size, printed onto a large 100% cotton...

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How to make 3D Chamomiles

  Good morning stitching world. Top of the morning to you!   How to make 3D Chamomiles or Daisies      Click on the images to enlarge From our book: Little Flowers in Silk and Organza by Di van Niekerk and Marina Zherdeva. We hope that this tutorial will inspire you to make beautiful Chamomiles and Daisies for all sorts of projects in the future. Enjoy!       ___________________________________________________________________________...

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JK3 Roses, Fuchsias, Hydrangeas, Jasmine - KIT

  ◕‿◕   I am pleased to tell you that this very popular Jill Kirstein design is now available in kit form.      JK3. Roses, Fuchsias, Hydrangeas, Jasmine - new kit    Embroidered by the gifted Emma Kriegler from South Africa. I just love this picture ♥   Click on the image to enlarge   And more close-up detail… click on image to enlarge…       Don't you love her Fuchsias?   and more detail.......

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Roses for you ♥

  G’Day to you…. It’s nearly weekend ♪♫♬♪ and to make your day I have something really lovely to show you by Инесса Тимонина (Inessa Timonina) from Moscow Russia   A beautiful rose for you…   Click on the image to enlarge.       And another exquisite rose…         Note:   The techniques for making these kinds of roses you will learn in my new Roses...

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