Needlework
10 best Brother embroidery machines to buy in 2025
Looking to find the best Brother embroidery machine for your needs? Discover the best Brother embroidery machines for everyone from hobbyists to business owners.
Cross stitch needle size guide: Everything you need to know about needles
Discover everything you need to know about cross stitch needles and how to pick the right cross stitch needle size to match your fabric.
Get a 48-skein Anchor thread budnle worth over £36 when you subscribe to Love Embroidery
Start your Love Embroidery magazine subscription and enjoy monthly inspiration direct to your door.
Discover expert-led crafting holidays with Stitchtopia
Choose a close-to-home crafting retreat or venture further afield on a holiday you'll never forget with Stitchtopia.
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!
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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 embroider flowers and update your favourite jeans
Breathe new life into a pair of jeans by adding a simple pocket flourish for an on-trend summer festival look with this gorgeous design by Jenny Billingham.
The ultimate guide to plastic canvas for cross stitch (+ free pattern)
Wondering what else you can cross stitch onto? Welcome to the wonderful world of plastic canvas!
Love Embroidery Magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
15 free floral embroidery patterns to brighten your life
Flowers are one of our favourite things to stitch! Fill your home with beautiful blooms using our free flower embroidery patterns.
Cross Stitch
Welcome to our collection of essential resources, patterns and how to guides for cross stitchers. Browse our latest posts to find free cross stitch charts, learn the basics or win stitchy prizes. Love cross stitching? Why not buy an issue of The World of Cross Stitching magazine or subscribe today?
The World of Cross Stitching magazine - out now!
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
How to cross stitch letters: Everything you need to know
Ever wanted to personalise your stitched projects with names or letter initials? Learn all about alphabets in our complete guide to cross stitch letters.
How to cross stitch on clothes and tote bags
Fancy upping your style to the next level with cross stitch on clothes? It’s a great way to show off your cross stitch skills for everyone to see!
Embroidery
Denim jacket embroidery ideas: fun flower embroidery!
Upcycle your wardrobe with our colourful denim jacket embroidery ideas! We show you how to stitch Rachael Dobbins's free flower embroidery pattern.
How to remove embroidery from clothing
Learn how to easily remove embroidery from your clothing without damaging it.
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.
Needle Felting
How to make needle felted Easter eggs
Needle felt your own Easter eggs this year with expert felter Nicky Cairney's free tutorial!
18 of the best needle felting kits for beginners 2025
Want to start needle felting but not sure where to start? Needle felting kits are great for felting newbies so browse these kits and pick your favourite!
Guide to wet felting
Learn how to create mini-masterpieces with our guide to all things wet felting, from essential supplies to all the best project inspiration!