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Over the years, I’ve gradually discovered various ways (often through trial and a lot of error!) to make the most effective use of my precious sewing time. It’s definitely been a journey, with some ro

Linen is notorious for fraying, so it’s best to get ahead of it right from the start. Finish the raw edges of your fabric as soon as you bring it home – yes, even before pre-washing! An overlocker def

Materials, like aida and evenweave, are woven with an equal number of threads in each direction. This means you can make square stitches on them, which is perfect for cross stitch! The number of stitc

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Make a slip knot. Insert right‑hand needle into the stitch as if to knit. Wrap the yarn around the point and pull through, slipping the stitch on to the left‑hand needle. Push the point of the right‑h

Have some embroidery fun with this easy project and create a gorgeous decoration for your home