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How To Embroider The Chain Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the chain stitch in this video tutorial by MCreativeJ. Join in stitching the Stained Glass Sampler!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How To Embroider The Reverse Chain Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the reverse chain stitch in the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern in this video tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
12 Embroidery Patterns to Celebrate Spring with Stitches
Spring is just around the corner! So as we wait for the sun shine, the temps to rise, and the flowers to bloom, stitch your way into spring.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Celebrate Spring with 6 Stitchy Projects from MCreativeJ
While we wait for spring to arrive, check out these MCreativeJ spring inspired embroidery patterns, kits, and workshops.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How To Embroider The Back Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the back stitch and join in stitching the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
How To Embroider The Long And Short Satin Stitch- A Video Tutorial
Want to learn how to create the long and short satin stitch? Watch this video tutorial and join us in stitching in the Stained Glass Sampler
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How To Embroider The Satin Stitch - A Video Tutorial
The satin stitch is a great stitch for beginners. It's comprised of long stitches that are usually straight and close together to create...
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
How to Knot Your Thread When Stitching
How do you knot your thread when finishing it on the back of your hoop? Watch this video tutorial on how to make two different knots.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
4 Ways To Transfer Your Embroidery Design On To Fabric
Here's a quick video overview of four easy ways to transfer your design on to fabric.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
How To Place Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop- Video Tutorial
Ready to get started with hand embroidery? Here's a video tutorial on how to get started by placing your fabric in the hoop.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Get Crafty and Take an Online Workshop This March!
Did you know that March is National Craft Month? Use this opportunity to give hand embroidery a try with an online workshop with MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
Join The Stained Glass Sampler Stitch Along
Do you want to learn new embroidery stitches? Join MCreativeJ Pattern Club in our stitch along for the month of March!
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
How to Create an Embroidered Award
Have you ever wanted to create an award? Recognize someone special with an embroidered award!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Create An Embroidered Bandana
Learn how to embroider your own bandana with this DIY tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Learn to Stitch Gorgeous Greenery with Pattern Club
You can stitch something special for National Embroidery Month with MCreativeJ Pattern Club: Kitchen Cacti pattern.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
25 Enamel Pins for the Makers In Your Life
Celebrate your love of creating, the journey from idea to crafty implementation, with these enamel pins.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Celebrate National Embroidery Month With A Virtual Workshop!
Did you know that February is National Embroidery month? Let's celebrate this mindful relaxing craft with virtual embroidery workshops!
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
14 Lovely Embroidery Patterns to Gift to Your Favorite Friends on Galentine's Day
Celebrate friendships with embroidery by creating something special for your friends for Galentine's Day this year.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Mountainscapes: Stitch Yourself A Mountain Adventure
Stitch a dreamy modern landscape with the new Mountainscape embroidery kit by MCreativeJ
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
How To Turn Your Embroidery Into A Pennant Flag
Take your embroidery out of the hoop! Learn how to create an embroidered pennant flag with MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
Why Brand Representation Matters
Why brand representation matters and how you can stand up for your brand when it's not properly represented.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
MCreativeJ at the Virtual Sewing and Stitchery Expo
Learn hand embroidery. Join MCreativeJ for an online workshop at the Virtual Sewing and Stitchery Expo, February 24-28.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Crafting Intentions for the New Year with a New Pattern Club Design
Wow, I cannot believe Pattern Club is one year old! See what we're stitching to start off the new year.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
New Year, New Crafts: DIY Projects To Try In The New Year
I love to dabble in all sorts of crafts. Here's some of the DIY projects I'd like to try this year:
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
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