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Behind the Stitches
Read on for DIY tutorials, embroidery finds, supply recommendations, small business insights, and new products, events, and places to find MCreativeJ goods.
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I'm Writing a 2nd Hand Embroidery Book!
Melissa of MCreativeJ is writing a second hand embroidery book!
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
New Hand Embroidery Craft Supplies: Needle Books & Scissors Now In Stock
Find the perfect hand embroidery craft supplies for your next project: needle books and scissors.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
October Workshops: Embroidery, Dyeing, Applique & More
Get cozy crafting this fall with a hands-on workshop from MCreativeJ!
Melissa Galbraith
7 min read
September Workshops and Events
Learn something new with a hands-on craft class from MCreativeJ this September!
Melissa Galbraith
7 min read
August Workshops: Get Back Into Stitching
Join MCreativeJ for a hands-on workshop this August!
Melissa Galbraith
6 min read
Tutorial: How to Create an Embroidered Necklace
Learn how to create a hand embroidered necklace.
Melissa Galbraith
7 min read
How to Hand Embroider a Vegetables On a Tote Bag
Stitch yourself a vegetable tote for your next Farmer's Market trip.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
Book Signings & Behind the Scenes
Get your book signed and learn more about the behind the scenes of Melissa's book, How to Embroider Texture and Pattern
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
A Calendar of Stitched Goodness
Don't sleep on this embroidery inspired advent calendar!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Easily Mend Your Clothes with The Running Stitch
How to use the running stitch to mend your clothes.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
Stitch Stumpwork Strawberries!
Learn to stitch 3D embroidery with the new MCreativeJ Stumpwork Strawberries hand embroidery kit.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
What is Stumpwork Embroidery?
Stumpwork embroidery is a three-dimensional form of embroidery. It involves creating raised or padded areas on your fabric and then...
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
June Workshops and Events
Need a break from work? A way to unwind? Time away from family or with friends? Then you need a craft night! Set aside a few hours this...
Melissa Galbraith
7 min read
3 Ways to Visibly Mend Your Clothing
Use these 3 easy hand embroidery techniques to visible mend and upcycle your clothes.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
Why Mending Matters
Why mending is good for the environment, your wallet, your creativity, and more.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
What's the Difference? Embroidery vs. Cross Stitch vs. Needlepoint
Do you know the difference between embroidery, cross stitch, and needlepoint?
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
5 Reasons Why You Should Take An Embroidery Workshop
Here's why you'll want to get into embroidery with a workshop!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch a Cup of Cheer!
This might sound crazy coming from someone who lives in the Seattle area, but I don't drink coffee. Growing up my parents always had tea...
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Join the 3D Lily Pad Pond Stitch Along
Create 3D embroidery with the 3D Lily Pad Pond Stitch Along!
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
May Workshops
Why you should take an embroidery workshop this May.
Melissa Galbraith
6 min read
Stitch This: New Veggie Delight Peel Stick and Stitch Patterns
Stitch your greens with MCreativeJ's new Veggie Delight Peel Stick and Stitch pattern.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
5 Decorative Chain Stitches For Your Next Embroidery Project
5 playful chain stitches you'll want to use for decorative embroidery.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
See You At Stitch Fest In Milwaukee
I'm excited to share that I'm taking MCreativeJ to Stitch Fest in Milwaukee, WI where I'll be teaching four hands-on workshops! You can...
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
April Workshop Drop: How You Can Get Crafty This Spring!
Take a craft class this April. MCreativeJ has 6 workshops to choose from!
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
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