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Behind the Stitches
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Melissa Galbraith
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New Stick and Stitch Patterns: Ferns
Embroider ferns with MCreativeJ's newest stick and stitch pattern pack!
Melissa Galbraith
6 min read
February Hand Embroidery Classes and Events
Celebrate National Embroidery Month with hands-on hand embroidery classes from Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Danish Knot Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the Danish knot stitch with this video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Seed Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to hand embroider the seed stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch Seaside Treasures with this New Beginner Embroidery Kit
Learn how to embroider seaside treasures with this new beach- inspired beginner friendly embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
Enhance Your Stitching Skills: Learn New Embroidery Techniques at Sew Expo Workshops
Learn hand embroidery and build you skills with Sew Expo workshops by Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Spiral Trellis Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to hand embroider the spiral trellis stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
3D Botanicals and Stumpwork: The Newest Embroidery Book In The Works!
Get the inside scoop on MCreativeJ's third DIY embroidery book that's in the works- think stumpwork and 3D botanical embroidery!
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
7 Tips for Embroidering Your Shoes
Embroider your shoes with these 7 helpful tips from the author of DIY Embroidered Shoes, Melissa Galbraith.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Needle Weaving Bar Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the needle weaving bar stitch with this DIY hand embroidery video tutorial and step-by-step guide.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch Cyanotype DIY Forage with this New Beginner Embroidery Kit
Create your own unique botanical cyanotype inspired embroidery with this new Cyanotype DIY Forage embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Needle Weaving Stitch - Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to hand embroider the needle weaving stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch A Spider's Web with this New Beginner Embroidery Kit
Create an intricate spider's web perfect for fall with this new beginner embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Word of the Year: What Will Be Your Focus in 2025?
Learn about MCreativeJ's word of the year and how to pick and embroider your own in a hands-on workshop.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Close Fly Stitch Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the close fly stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
How to Create Hand Embroidered Fern Napkins
Use this DIY sewing tutorial from MCreativeJ to learn how to create embroidered fabric napkins with mitered edges.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Long Tailed Fly Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Use this hand embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial to learn how to embroider the long tailed fly stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
January Hand Embroidery Craft Classes, and Events
Try hands-on crafting with one of MCreativeJ's hand embroidery craft classes this January!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider: Fabric Slip- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider a fabric slip with this DIY stumpwork embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch Mountain Views with this New Beginner Embroidery Kit
Stitch mountain landscape views inspired by the pacific northwest with this new beginner embroidery kit from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Corded Detached Buttonhole Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the corded detached buttonhole stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Stitch Cyanotype Florals with this New Beginner Embroidery Kit
Embroider cyanotype florals with this new beginner embroidery kit from MCreativeJ!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
FlossTube: Meet the New Beginner Cyanotype Embroidery Kits!
Take an in-depth look at two new cyanotype inspired designs with this video show and tell of new beginner embroidery kits from MCreativeJ!
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Detached Buttonhole Filling Stitch- Video and Step by Step Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the detached buttonhole filling stitch with this DIY embroidery video and step-by-step tutorial.
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