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Melissa Galbraith
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How to Create an Embroidered Grocery Tote Bag
Learn to embroider a tote bag with this MCreativeJ DIY craft tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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Celebrate National Handmade Day with the New Happy Houseplant Trio Embroidery Kit by MCreativeJ
For National Handmade Day, you can stitch yourself this Happy Houseplant Trio!

Melissa Galbraith
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12 Flower Embroidery Patterns to Stitch Yourself Colorful Spring Bouquets
With these 12 floral embroidery patterns, you can enjoy delightful spring florals all year round!

Melissa Galbraith
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Stitch Spring Florals with the April Pattern Club Design
Stitch spring flowers with this beginner-friendly embroidery pattern by MCreativeJ.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Finish An Embroidery In The Hoop
Learn how we'll finish the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern in the hoop with this video and step-by-step tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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Stitch for a Cause: Buzzy's Bees Cocktails and Craft Night
Join MCreativeJ and Buzzy's Bees for Cocktails and Crafting fundraiser on April 29.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Stem Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how we'll use the stem stitch in the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern video and step-by-step tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The French Knot Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Watch how to embroider the French knot stitch in the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern and step-by-step tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Tucked Satin Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the tucked satin stitch in the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler pattern video and step-by-step tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Seed Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Watch how we'll use the seed stitch to embroider the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern in this video and tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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Learn Embroidery: Take An Online Workshop This April
Are you big on crafting? Is learning to embroider high on your craft wish list? Why not take a virtual embroidery workshop?! These live,...

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Couching Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Here's how we'll use the couching stitch to embroider the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Button Hole Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Watch the video tutorial to see we'll use the button hole stitch in the Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern.

Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Embroider the Basket Weave/Woven Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the basket weave/woven stitch for the Stained Glass Sampler pattern in this video and step-by-step tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Chain Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the chain stitch in this video tutorial by MCreativeJ. Join in stitching the Stained Glass Sampler!

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Reverse Chain Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the reverse chain stitch in the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern in this video tutorial.

Melissa Galbraith
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12 Embroidery Patterns to Celebrate Spring with Stitches
Spring is just around the corner! So as we wait for the sun shine, the temps to rise, and the flowers to bloom, stitch your way into spring.

Melissa Galbraith
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Celebrate Spring with 6 Stitchy Projects from MCreativeJ
While we wait for spring to arrive, check out these MCreativeJ spring inspired embroidery patterns, kits, and workshops.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Back Stitch - A Video Tutorial
Learn how to embroider the back stitch and join in stitching the MCreativeJ Stained Glass Sampler embroidery pattern.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Long And Short Satin Stitch- A Video Tutorial
Want to learn how to create the long and short satin stitch? Watch this video tutorial and join us in stitching in the Stained Glass Sampler

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Embroider The Satin Stitch - A Video Tutorial
The satin stitch is a great stitch for beginners. It's comprised of long stitches that are usually straight and close together to create...

Melissa Galbraith
2 min read
How to Knot Your Thread When Stitching
How do you knot your thread when finishing it on the back of your hoop? Watch this video tutorial on how to make two different knots.

Melissa Galbraith
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4 Ways To Transfer Your Embroidery Design On To Fabric
Here's a quick video overview of four easy ways to transfer your design on to fabric.

Melissa Galbraith
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How To Place Fabric In An Embroidery Hoop- Video Tutorial
Ready to get started with hand embroidery? Here's a video tutorial on how to get started by placing your fabric in the hoop.
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