The Fabulous French Knot

I'm such a fan of embroidery, I like to do mine freestyle!  I find it's such a zen thing to do to keep your hands busy while sitting on the couch in the evenings.  That way when Matt's watching college basketball I don't feel guilty about not spending time with him, but I can still feel like I'm getting something done.  One of may favorite stitches has always been the french knot, which apparently isn't an easy one to master.  But just check out all these beautiful little things you can make:

French Knot Monogram Project via Craftzine.

Colorful teardrops via Pinterest.

Abstract French Knot Work by Jeane Eve Klein

I'm a big fan of this sweet little rainbow piece found over at carina's craftblog.

Now wasn't that fun?  I also found this tutorial that shows you how to make the "fool proof" french knot.  If you want to learn embroidery, it's definitely worth checking out.  Happy stitching!

love, emmy-ray

DIY: Vintage Rubber Boot Embroidery

I tried to use the Thanksgiving break to catch up on some blog reading (Google reader is back at 1000+, what a surprise).  I came across this delightful tutorial from doe-c-doe and simply had to share.  I of course want to give credit where credit it due, so please pop on over to her blog to see the complete how to.  And if you're an embroidery enthusiast you simply must follow her stitching adventures!

Happy crafting!

love, emmy-ray

Etsy Love: spinthread

I don't know how you could be a hand maker of things and not be in love with spinthreads Etsy shop.  Hand embroidered jewelry pieces, in bright colors and with geometric patterns.  What more could a girl ask for?  All the items are made to order, and with all the work that probably goes into each piece the price is oh so nice.  Her yummy tumblr page also provides lots of fun inspirational images, and updates on new products.  I'm obsessed!

 

Works of art for your shoulders, yes please!

(all images from spinthreads Etsy page)