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a pair of knitting needles sitting on top of a table next to a pink thread

First things first, before you dive into your embroidery project, I’d like to show you how you can start and finish your embroidery thread to secure it. Traditionally using knots to start and finish your embroidery thread is a big no-no. And there are several reasons for this. Firstly the knot can show through your

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a pair of knitting needles with the words starting and ending your stitches in front of it

Learn different ways to start and end your embroidery stitches without using knots. I show you various methods for different stitches!

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How To Thread an Embroidery Needle Tutorial

Are you new to embroidery? Are you wondering how to thread an embroidery needle? It is actually fairly simple to do. Below, I will teach you how to thread an embroidery needle the easy way.

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how to start and end embroidery stitches

Learn how to start and end embroidery stitches with this easy to follow tutorial featuring three simple methods.

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a close up of a needle on a piece of fabric with text overlay reading how to thread up and knot your embroidery thread

Are you struggling to thread up your thread for sewing or hand embroidery. In this tutorial I'll show some quick tips and techniques that make threading up your needle and finishing your thread much easier.

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instructions for how to tie a knot on a piece of fabric with pink yarn and thread

First things first, before you dive into your embroidery project, I’d like to show you how you can start and finish your embroidery thread to secure it. Traditionally using knots to start and finish your embroidery thread is a big no-no. And there are several reasons for this. Firstly the knot can show through your

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the words basic embroidery stitches for beginners are surrounded by flowers and leaves on a white background

If you’re looking to learn how to start embroidery, look no further! Embroidery is a wonderful hobby to pick up. It’s relaxing, creative, and a great way to unwind after a long day. Throw on your favorite TV show or podcast in the background, pick up your tools, and tap into your artistic side with […] Read more...

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a white and purple flower with the words 5 ways to start threadd in hand embroidery

Usually, when you open a book on hand embroidery, the first thing you see is the "theory" part: how to choose fabric, needle, and thread. Naturally, it is very important! But as for me... I think if you want to start hand embroidering the first thing you need to learn is how to start your thread and get going. Because you can get quite a good grasp on which fabric and needles are better already in the process. That's why I prefer starting with practice and polishing my experience and…

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the words how many strands of thread to use in embroidery?

If you're a beginner at stitching, you might get confused why some artists use less number of strands, and the others more. What is the big deal? What is the difference at all? Can I work a pattern designed for using 6 strands, with 1 strand? And can I work a pattern design for 1-2 strands of thread, using 6 strands? Let's take it one step at a time :) Related posts: 10 tips for hand embroidery beginners Top 10 beginner mistakes in hand embroidery How many strands should I use? There is no…

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the instructions for how many strands of thread to use

If you're a beginner at stitching, you might get confused why some artists use less number of strands, and the others more. What is the big deal? What is the difference at all? Can I work a pattern designed for using 6 strands, with 1 strand? And can I work a pattern design for 1-2 strands of thread, using 6 strands? Let's take it one step at a time :) Related posts: 10 tips for hand embroidery beginners Top 10 beginner mistakes in hand embroidery How many strands should I use? There is no…

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a pair of scissors are sitting on a piece of white fabric next to a needle

Today, just a quick little stitch tip to start your week off – and hopefully to make your embroidery quicker and easier! Last week, we talked about the back of embroidery projects and I shared three tips to help you keep the back neat when it matters. Among those tips, we looked at how to ...

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embroidery on wooden hoops with the title how to start embroiderying even if you're not creative

Here's 5 embroidery projects to get started with hand embroidery. At Mindful Mantra Embroidery, we believe that everyone is creative in some way, and can embroider if they want to! Learn embroidery with our beginner friendly embroidery patterns

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