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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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Raised Stem Stich
Raised Stem Stitch is a good stitch for filling in gate posts and fences...
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Hoop Art by Di van Niekerk

A Sea Scene in an 8 inch hoop. Hi fellow embroiderer!  I want to show you a piece that I made where I filled in the sky and the sea and the road in long and short stitch, but I wanted the tall grass along the shoreline to be loose and flowing as it is found in nature, almost blowing in the wind.   So, I used two stitches,...

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Helpful Hints and Tips on this Beautiful Monday-Silk Ribbon Embroidery

 Helpful Hints and Tips on this Beautiful Monday - Silk Ribbon Embroidery

 

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Silk Ribbon and a Beautiful Garden

​Silk Ribbon and a Beautiful Garden! This is what I want to do, garden and hike...  Happy weekend everyone!

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Happy Valentine's Day!
Happy Valentine’s Day to you! Enjoy this special day.
Love
Di

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Unveiling Our Gorgeous NEW Silk Ribbon Kit of a Peaceful Sea Scene 🧵✨
This lovely new embroidery kit will take you on a journey through the art of silk ribbon embroidery, where every stitch is a peaceful way to spend quality me-time each day. Whether you're a seasoned embroiderer or have a little experience, this kit is perfect for you, offering endless possibilities for stunning design.
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Beautiful Ideas for Jewellery with Silk Ribbon

Hi everyone! Did you have a good weekend? Today I have some lovely jewellery-making ideas to show you by the talented Ülle Hummal who hails from amazing Estonia in Northern Europe. Ülle contacted me on messenger and sent some pictures of her lovely work and I was intrigued! Here is one of her beautiful creations…     I asked Ülle to tell me a little about herself and she wrote: “I...

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How to Embroider Long Hair by Di van Niekerk

  Hi, hello everyone! I was asked to write a tutorial about how to make this kind of hair – the long shiny locks of hair like this one in our popular kit “Girl with a Horse”. This kind of hair is easy to make!   . Threads to Use. I find that the Rajmahal Art. Silk threads are ideal for making hair as they are a blend of...

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A Gorgeous Landscape in Silk Ribbon Embroidery

A Gorgeous Landscape in Silk Ribbon Embroidery Children Fishing   Before we start, one question for you. Would you like me to teach you how to make a tree like this one?  .   . Please tell me:  1. Would you like to learn how to make a tree like this one 2. Please mention where you are from. Go to Instagram or Facebook  to answer there.   Thank...

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