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Behind the Stitches
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Melissa Galbraith
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How to Embroider the Seed Stitch
Join MCreativeJ Pattern Club for the Textural Terrarium Stitch Along. We're starting off our hand embroidery journey with the Seed Stitch.
Melissa Galbraith
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Join the Textural Terrarium Stitch Along with Pattern Club!
Ever wanted to learn embroidery? Join the Pattern Club stitch along this month as we create this Textural Terrarium design.
Melissa Galbraith
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Cozy Up With October Craft Classes
This October you can choose from 10 in-person and virtual workshops + events to get your craft on.
Melissa Galbraith
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The Craft Store TV Showcases MCreativeJ
Melissa showcases a collection of embroidery kits in a LIVE presentation with The Craft Store TV.
Melissa Galbraith
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DMC Star Stitcher
DMC names Melissa of MCreativeJ a Star Stitcher. Read more about her Stitch Story
Melissa Galbraith
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Southwest Stitches: Zig Zag Cactus and Air Plant Pattern is the New September Pattern Club Design
Learn to embroider a southwest inspired cactus houseplant duo with MCreativeJ Pattern Club
Melissa Galbraith
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Step Back Into Crafting This September with In-Person and Virtual Workshops
Learn a new skill! Take an in-person or virtual craft workshop with MCreativeJ this September.
Melissa Galbraith
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10 Crafts to Celebrate Fall
Does the pumpkin spice latte now signal the beginning of fall? To get you into the new season, here's 10 cozy crafts perfect for fall.
Melissa Galbraith
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Tutorial: How to Stitch Your Pet a Custom Bandana
Want to make a custom bandana for your own fur baby? MCreativeJ will show you how in her step-by-step DIY hand embroidery craft tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
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11 Embroidery Patterns & Kits for Garden Lovers
Inspired by my recent gardening endeavors, here's 11 delightful garden embroidery kits and patterns.
Melissa Galbraith
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Back to Craft: August Supply Stock Up
About this time of year, many parents are school supply shopping. As a kid, I loved getting a pristine new backpack, an unmarred pencil...
Melissa Galbraith
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7 Ways to Add Embroidery to Your Wedding
7 ways to add commemorative embroidery to your big day, anniversary, and happy ever after.
Melissa Galbraith
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Craft the Summer Away with these Workshops and Events
While summer may be drawing to a close, that doesn't mean you have to stop crafting! Join me for a virtual or in-person workshop or pop...
Melissa Galbraith
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August Blooms Cacti with Pattern Club
Learn to embroider a flowering cactus design with MCreativeJ Pattern Club.
Melissa Galbraith
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9 Embroidery Books That Offer Step-by-Step Instruction to Stitching Colorful Modern Projects
Have you ever been browsing social, seen an embroidery artists’ work, and wanted to learn how they do it? Books are a great resource!
Melissa Galbraith
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12 of the Best Embroidery Supplies on Amazon
If you're hunting around on Amazon for embroidery supplies, here's 12 of the best embroidery supply options.
Melissa Galbraith
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Embroidery Tutorial: How to Embroider a Knit Sweatshirt Neckline
Stitching on knit fabric can be tricky. Follow this DIY tutorial by MCreativeJ for tips & tricks to embroidering a sweatshirt neckline.
Melissa Galbraith
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8 Crafts to Celebrate Summer Fun
8 of my favorite summer fun craft projects to celebrate the great outdoors and sunshine.
Melissa Galbraith
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What Is Thread Painting?
What is thread painting? MCreativeJ shares more on this hand embroidery technique, along with patterns, kits, and resources.
Melissa Galbraith
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9 Summer Ready DIY Crafts to Celebrate the Outdoors
9 DIY crafts to help you celebrate the outdoors, get creative, and have fun with your friends and family this summer.
Melissa Galbraith
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Holiday (Sale) In July
Are you thinking about making your own handmade gifts this holiday season? Stock up with MCreativeJ's holiday sale this July 6-11, 2021.
Melissa Galbraith
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Stitch Pacific Northwest Mountain Views
Love the Pacific Northwest? Stitch a mountain view with this month's MCreativeJ Pattern Club design.
Melissa Galbraith
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4 Tips For Stitching On Thin Fabric
Ever fall in love with fabric only to find it's way too thin for embroidery?MCreativeJ shares 4 helpful tips for stitching on thin fabric.
Melissa Galbraith
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In The Tropics - An Easy Way to Add Tropical Plants to Anything
Stitch tropical plants on anything with MCreativeJ's new Peel Stick and Stitch embroidery patterns.
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