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How to Embroider: Peking Knot Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the Peking knot stitch with this hand embroidery stitch video and DIY step-by-step craft tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Wire Slip for Stumpwork Embroidery- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to create a wire slip for stumpwork embroidery with this beginner DIY video tutorial and step-by-step guide from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Camp Craftaway: A Summer Craft Camp Just for Adults!
Get crafty this summer at Camp Craftaway- an adults only summer craft camp, August 1-3, 2025.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
18 Wanderlust Hand Embroidery Patterns to Celebrate Travel and Adventure
Celebrate wanderlust adventure with these 18 travel inspired hand embroidery patterns and kits.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
How to Embroider: Ermine Star Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the Ermine Star stitch with this hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Wire Wrap for Stumpwork Embroidery - Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to wrap wire for stumpwork with this beginner-friendly DIY hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
May Hand Embroidery Craft Classes and Events
Learn a new craft this May. Take hands-on craft classes with MCreativeJ in Seattle and Chicago.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
How to Embroider: Raised Seed Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the raised seed stitch with this hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Detached Base Woven Picot Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to hand embroider the detached base woven picot stitch with this 3D embroidery video and step by step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Have You Tried Stitching with Superior Threads?
Have you stitched with something other than hand embroidery thread? MCreativeJ tries out Superior Thread.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
How to Embroider: Granitos Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the granitos stitch with this hand embroidery and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Woven Picot Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the woven picot stitch with this advanced hand embroidery video and DIY step-by-step craft tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Have You Read It: Embroidery Encyclopedia
Take a peak into the hand embroidery book Embroidery Encyclopedia by Martine Biessy in this book review by MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Wagon Wheel Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the wagon wheel rose stitch with this video and step-by-step hand embroidery tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Stem Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the stem stitch with this hand embroidery stitch video and DIY step-by-step craft tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Pre-Order Now: 3D Botanical Embroidery & Stumpwork Book
Raise your embroidery game — and your stitchwork — with 3D Botanical Embroidery and Stumpwork!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
March FlossTube: Raised Embroidery, 3rd Book Cover Reveal, and Projects in the Works
March FlossTube. Melissa of MCreativeJ shares about raised embroidery, reveals her 3rd book cover, and shares about projects in the works.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Detached Buttonhole Bar Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the detached buttonhole bar stitch with this hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Heavy Chain Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the heavy chain stitch with this hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Straight Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the straight stitch with this DIY hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
April Hand Embroidery Craft Classes and Events
Take a hands-on craft class this April with fiber artist and author Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
How to Embroider: Colonial Knot Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the Colonial knot stitch with this DIY hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Double Needle Cast On Detached Flower Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider: double needle cast on detached flower stitch w/ this hand embroidery video & step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
7 Ways to Celebrate National Craft Month
Looking for ways to celebrate National Craft Month? Check out these ideas from fiber artist Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
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