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.

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

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

How to Embroider: Wave Chain Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the wave chain stitch with this DIY hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

11 Insect Embroidery Patterns to Stitch for False Spring

Celebrate all things bugs with these 11 insect hand embroidery patterns.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Running Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the running stitch with this hand embroidery video and DIY step-by-step craft tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

Stitch This: Canyon Park Intermediate Desert Landscape Embroidery Kit

Embroider a whimsical desert landscape inspired by Zion National Park with Canyon Park, a new intermediate embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Trellis Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to hand embroider the trellis stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Reverse Chain Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the reverse chain stitch with this hand embroidery video and DIY stitch step-by-step craft tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

What is a Slate Embroidery Frame and How to Use it?

Learn about slate frames: what is a slate frame, why it's helpful for hand embroidery, and how to dress one for stitching.

Melissa Galbraith

5 min read

How to Embroider: Wheatear Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the wheatear stitch with this hand embroidery video and DIY step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Rhodes Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the Rhodes stitch with this beginner-friendly hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

1 min read

Stitch This: Butterfly Garden Intermediate Floral Embroidery Kit

Embroider the new Butterfly Garden intermediate embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Berry Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to hand embroider the berry stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Ribbed Spider Web Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the ribbed spider web stitch with this DIY hand embroidery video and step-by-step craft tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

March Hand Embroidery Craft Classes and Events

Celebrate National Craft Month by getting crafty in a craft class with MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

6 min read

How to Embroider: Tulip Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to hand embroider the tulip stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

How to Embroider: Raised Cup Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to hand embroider the raised cup stitch with this embroidery video and DIY step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read

Embroidery Trend Predictions for 2025

Find out what Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ thinks will be the embroidery trend predictions of 2025.

Melissa Galbraith

4 min read

How to Embroider: Closed Raised Herringbone Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial

Learn how to embroider the closed raised herringbone stitch with this hand embroidery video and DIY step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith

2 min read