French knot

I propose to make a miniature brooch with thread and ribbon embroidery. It is quite simple and kids can also manage it. Here's what you need: 1. Hoop. 2. Fabric base for embroidery, velour / velvet with short pile. 3. Threads for embroidery: white, 2-3 shades of blue, grey, metallic floss. 4. ...

I want to focus on a simple but very striking technique — the French knot. This technique deserves much attention because it allows to bring volume and subtle transition and nuanced colours to embroidery. The French knot is beautiful by itself and looks especially expressive together with satin ...

For a long time I kept an idea in my mind to create a mini map of our planet :) It is the first time I have decided to publish my tutorial and I hope you will be interested! Materials: - fabric for embroidery (any plain light fabric), I used white coarse calico - wooden hoop (150 mm) - mouline ( ...