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Melissa Galbraith
4 min read
Adult Summer Camp Vibes: Join A Craft Class This July
Get crafty and try something new! Join MCreativeJ for a summer workshop filled with mending, hand embroidery, indigo dye, and more!
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
Tutorial: How to Create an Embroidered Scrunchie
Add a little embroidery to your scrunchie! Follow along with this DIY craft tutorial for a modern update on the scrunchie.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
New Mushroom Kit and Pattern from MCreativeJ!
Love fungi? Check out these new hand embroidery designs featuring mushrooms by Melissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
Tutorial: How To Create An Embroidered Clutch
Fiber Artist MCreaitveJ shares how to turn your embroidery into a clutch with this DIY blog tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How To Embroider a T-Shirt- A DIY Tutorial
Learn tips and tricks to embroidering a t-shirt in this MCreativeJ DIY hand embroidery tutorial.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Hoop Binding: How Make A Bad Embroidery Hoop Good
How to bind your hand embroidery hoop to make a bad hoop a good hoop.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Stitch Tropical Plants with Pattern Club
Celebrate your love of tropical houseplants with the new embroidery pattern by MCreativeJ!
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
How to Create a Travel Embroidery Kit
Craft essentials for creating a travel stitch kit perfect for on the go embroidery, cross stitch, needlepoint and more!
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
Let's Craft Together! Join a Virtual or In-Person Embroidery Workshop This June
Take advantage of the daylight and let's craft the night away with a virtual embroidery workshop this June.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
6 Embroidery Artist Studio Staples
Find MCreativeJ's 6 embroidery studio staples, where to get them, and see how she uses them in her studio.
Melissa Galbraith
3 min read
MCreativeJ's 14 Favorite DMC Embroidery Products
MCreativeJ's 14 favorite DMC embroidery products that are tried and tested.
Melissa Galbraith
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4 Tips For Stitching With Metallic Embroidery Thread
4 tips to make embroidering with metallic thread easier in your next hand embroidery project.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How To Turn An Embroidery Into An Adhesive Patch
Learn how to turn your embroidery into an adhesive patch.
Melissa Galbraith
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Indulge Your Desert Dreams with May Pattern Club
Inspired by wishful thinking and desert day dreams, the May Pattern Club shares how to embroider Desert Dreams.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
4 Tips to Mastering The French Knot
Struggle no more with the French knot! Try MCreativeJ's 4 tips to mastering the French knot and be a hand embroidery pro.
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
15 Landscape Embroidery Patterns & Kits to Celebrate Earth Month
Celebrate Earth month with 15 landscape inspired embroidery patterns and kits.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
4 Tips for Creating Hand Embroidered Lettering
Embroidered lettering is a great way to add a special touch to any project. So where do you get started? Here's my top tips for turning your
Melissa Galbraith
1 min read
Ice Dyed Fabric Rainbow
Use unique hand dyed fabric for your next project with MCreativeJ's new ice dyed rainbow fabric.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
Learn a New Craft. Take a Virtual Embroidery Workshop This May
Hey there, maker. Let's craft together! Give a new craft a try. Take a virtual embroidery workshop this May.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
6 Common Embroidery Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Here's six common mistakes I see with new (and sometimes seasoned) stitchers and how to avoid them.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Easy Embroidery Tutorial- Fruit Slice Keychain Project
Learn how to create an embroidered fruit slice key chain in this easy DIY tutorial from MCreativeJ.
Melissa Galbraith
5 min read
8 Tips for Embroidery Beginners
MCreativeJ shares her recommendations for beginners looking to give embroidery a first (or second) try.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Am I Using The Right Embroidery Hoop?
The pros and cons of different types of needlework hoops.
Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
Why Embroidery Is Perfect For Outdoor Adventures
MCreativeJ shares why embroidery and outdoor adventures go hand in hand. Along with adventure seeking embroidery designs for you to stitch.
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