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How to Embroider the Satin Stitch
Texture Terrarium Stitch Along Day 11: Satin Stitch We'll be using the satin stitch to add the last textural layer to our terrarium...
Melissa Galbraith
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How to Embroider the Turkey Work Stitch
Join MCreativeJ's Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial learn how to embroider the Turkey Work Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Cross Stitch
Join MCreativeJ's Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial learn how to embroider the Cross Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
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How to Embroider the Chain Stitch
Join MCreativeJ's Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial learn how to embroider the Chain Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Lazy Daisy Stitch
Join MCreativeJ's Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial learn how to embroider the Lazy Daisy Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Stem Stitch
Join MCreativeJ's Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial learn how to embroider the Stem Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Bullion Knot
Texture Terrarium Stitch Along Day 4: Bullion Knot To add even more texture to our terrarium ground layers, we're using the bullion knot....
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Reverse Chain Stitch
Join MCreativeJ for the Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! DIY video tutorial shares how to embroider the Reverse Chain Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the French Knot
Join MCreativeJ for the Textural Terrarium Pattern Club Stitch Along! In this DIY video tutorial, learn how to embroider the French Knot.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Seed Stitch
Join MCreativeJ Pattern Club for the Textural Terrarium Stitch Along. We're starting off our hand embroidery journey with the Seed Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Join the Textural Terrarium Stitch Along with Pattern Club!
Ever wanted to learn embroidery? Join the Pattern Club stitch along this month as we create this Textural Terrarium design.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Cozy Up With October Craft Classes
This October you can choose from 10 in-person and virtual workshops + events to get your craft on.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
The Craft Store TV Showcases MCreativeJ
Melissa showcases a collection of embroidery kits in a LIVE presentation with The Craft Store TV.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
DMC Star Stitcher
DMC names Melissa of MCreativeJ a Star Stitcher. Read more about her Stitch Story
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Southwest Stitches: Zig Zag Cactus and Air Plant Pattern is the New September Pattern Club Design
Learn to embroider a southwest inspired cactus houseplant duo with MCreativeJ Pattern Club
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Step Back Into Crafting This September with In-Person and Virtual Workshops
Learn a new skill! Take an in-person or virtual craft workshop with MCreativeJ this September.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
10 Crafts to Celebrate Fall
Does the pumpkin spice latte now signal the beginning of fall? To get you into the new season, here's 10 cozy crafts perfect for fall.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Tutorial: How to Stitch Your Pet a Custom Bandana
Want to make a custom bandana for your own fur baby? MCreativeJ will show you how in her step-by-step DIY hand embroidery craft tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
11 Embroidery Patterns & Kits for Garden Lovers
Inspired by my recent gardening endeavors, here's 11 delightful garden embroidery kits and patterns.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Back to Craft: August Supply Stock Up
About this time of year, many parents are school supply shopping. As a kid, I loved getting a pristine new backpack, an unmarred pencil...
Melissa Galbraith
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7 Ways to Add Embroidery to Your Wedding
7 ways to add commemorative embroidery to your big day, anniversary, and happy ever after.
Melissa Galbraith
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Craft the Summer Away with these Workshops and Events
While summer may be drawing to a close, that doesn't mean you have to stop crafting! Join me for a virtual or in-person workshop or pop...
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
August Blooms Cacti with Pattern Club
Learn to embroider a flowering cactus design with MCreativeJ Pattern Club.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
9 Embroidery Books That Offer Step-by-Step Instruction to Stitching Colorful Modern Projects
Have you ever been browsing social, seen an embroidery artists’ work, and wanted to learn how they do it? Books are a great resource!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
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