How To Embroider

How to do Satin Stitch
Find out how to Satin Stitch with our step-by-step guide and 3 free embroidery patterns

Discover ribbon embroidery with this step-by-step guide
Embroidery expert Jessie Doughty will teach you everything you need to know about silk ribbon embroidery!

How to embroider clothes
The beauty of adding embroidery to your clothes is that it is so versatile, it can be added to almost any item of clothing or accessory to elevate the look.
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Embroidery needles: the complete guide
If you're not sure what you're looking for, finding the right embroidery needle for your project can be like, well... finding a needle in a haystack. That's where our handy guide comes in!

Stitch this shining sun embroidery with sparkling beadwork
Learn straight stitch in this sun embroidery design, with felt appliqué and beadwork by Chloe Redfern

A beginner’s guide to 3D embroidery + free pumpkin project
This beginner's guide takes a look at some techniques most commonly used to create 3D Embroidery – also known as Stumpwork, Raised work, or Raised Embroidery.

How to do a French knot
Master French knots with our gorgeous project ideas and simple walkthrough guide.

How to do Sashiko embroidery
Learn all about the history of the ancient art of Sashiko embroidery plus how to do it. Then practise your new-found skills on two free patterns.

Master Split Stitch with our beginner's guide
Add versatile Split Stitch to your embroidery skillset in just four easy steps – a great tool for outlining designs and filling areas with texture.

How to embroider socks with Peking Knot stitch
Fancy a pair of embroidered socks? Follow our embroidery how to and learn to personalise your own pair.

How to embroider letters like a pro (even if you're a beginner!)
Always wanted to personalise your own embroidery? Learn how to embroider letters with our easy guide and get started today.

23 embroidery stitches that will transform your projects and how to do them
Learning embroidery starts with learning the basic stitches. Learn 23 different types of embroidery stitches with our handy guide! Make sure you bookmark it for your reference!

The ultimate guide to thread painting
Do you want to stitch striking, detailed works of art? You can achieve this through thread painting!

Perfect your Whipped Running Stitch with our free snowflakes embroidery pattern
Discover new embroidery stitches with our Stitch Library series of beginners embroidery guides. In this post, we'll show you how to work whipped running stitch.

Stitch your own jewellery: make our DIY embroidered pendant
Embrace the joy of embroidery and stitch yourself a beautiful floral pendant with this lovely tutorial by Rebecca Reid.

Embroidering on clothing
Love Embroidery's Technical Editor, Heather, shows you how to use soluble stabiliser to embroider onto clothing, as well as tips and tricks!

The complete guide to crewel embroidery
Fancy trying your hand at crewel embroidery? Read Jessie's complete guide which includes all the crewel embroidery supplies, kits and information you could ever need and get stitching!

How to embroider: A complete guide to embroidery for beginners
Discover the ultimate guide to embroidery. Find top tricks and tips on how to embroider with the experts.

Embroidery pens: How to choose the right one for you
Explore a range of embroidery pens and find the right pen for your next project.

Master the Danish Knot and stitch our embroidered Easter bunny!
Sew a sweet embroidered easter bunny pouch with Mollie Johanson’s Danish embroidery knot masterclass.

How to do Chain Stitch
We’ll show you how to do a chain stitch with perfection! Download our free chain stitch pattern and then try out your new skills

Your wardrobe’s worth double with embroidered clothes and here’s why
Crafters are embroidering clothes to maximise value and chic… without the hefty price tag

How to do Blanket Stitch
In this beginner's guide, we'll show you how to sew blanket stitch – a pretty yet practical edging embroidery stitch that works well with appliqué.

How to transfer an embroidery design to fabric
We've teamed up with the The Daylight Company to show you exactly how to transfer an embroidery design onto fabric, so you can stitch your design easily!
