Lazy Daisy Embroidery How-Tos and Inspiration

Lazy Daisy Embroidery How-Tos and Inspiration

The Lazy Daisy embroidery stitch is included in many Stitched Stories embroidery kits–in a variety of ways. Take a look at the how-to for this stitch and 8 different lazy daisy renderings. Here’s a diagram and the instructions for creating it that we include in...
5 First Embroidery Stitches for Beginners to Learn

5 First Embroidery Stitches for Beginners to Learn

If you’re new to embroidery–or looking for a path to master essential first stitches–here are 5 beginning stitches to master. (Diagrams for each are included in all of our kits and patterns AND on this downloadable guide.) 1. Straight...
Choosing Embroidery Pattern Colors

Choosing Embroidery Pattern Colors

Let’s talk COLOR. Choosing colors for your embroidery projects should be done with consideration and purpose. Color is a key tool for creating a design with flow and balance. Let’s look at few examples from the Stitched Stories Shop: Mushrooms...
5 Ways to use French Knots in Embroidery Designs

5 Ways to use French Knots in Embroidery Designs

Many Stitched Stories designs include the French Knot stitch (Our best how-tos and tips for it are in a blog post here.) Take a look below to see how the French Knot adds texture and interest to finished projects. Whether you’re a new to embroidery or more...
5 Embroidery Fill Techniques

5 Embroidery Fill Techniques

Stitched Stories kits and patterns are designed to have you working a variety of stitches in just one project. We’ve shown you the variety of OUTLINE stitches you can choose from in this blog post. Today let’s look at a variety of ways to FILL embroidered...