Innehållsförteckning för Issue 75 från Love Embroidery

Whether they are your best pal or your one true love, a hand-stitched gift is a great way to show someone just how much you care – on Valentine’s Day, or just because! And this issue is bursting with fun, romantic projects to make your loved ones feel extra-special, from Sara Davey’s tattoo-inspired True Love hoop on p29, to Lia Griffith’s sweet felt heart decorations on p37. And while you’re busy stitching, don’t forget to treat yourself to something fabulous too, like Lucy Freeman’s superchic J’adore shirt hack on p35. Ooh la la!…

MATERIALS Your gift: mini frames, circle/hexagon Cotton fabric: 20x20cm x2, light blue Stranded cotton: 1 skein each of blue, light blue, very dark brown, slate grey, light slate grey, pink, light pink, white, yellow Embroidery hoop: 10cm diameter Acrylic paint: blue/gray, light slate grey, slate gray Fine paintbrush Strong craft glue Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Backstitch, French Knot, Lazy Daisy Stitch, Long and Short Stitch, Satin Stitch, Split Backstitch, Straight Stitch NOTES Find the templates on p72. Mount the designs into a 10cm embroidery hoop for stitching, then re-mount the designs into the gift frames (hoops) to display. 01 For the cherry blossom design, transfer the design onto cotton using a heaterasable pen and a light source. Work the branch using Split Backstitch in one strand of very dark…

London-based stitcher Tihara Smith fell in love with embroidery during her fashion degree, but not in the way you might think. Forget threads and dainty florals. She created a collection inspired by Caribbean souvenirs in her final year at UCA Epsom when she hit on raffia embroidery. Big and bold with sunshine energy, it was the perfect medium to celebrate her Caribbean roots… “My grandparents are from the Caribbean,” Tihara shares. “So, my mum was born here (the UK) but her dad was from Saint Lucia, and her mum is from Jamaica. I was very close to my grandparents growing up. And then my granddad was able to help me – I interviewed him and my grandmother about their experiences to inform the collection I made.” Her graduate 2018 Windrush…

MATERIALS Raffia fabric: 60x60cm Raffia ribbon: Black, brown, green, light green, turquoise, white, yellow Fusible stretch interfacing: 60x60cm 15mm wooden dowel: 47cm Twine Quilting hoop: 30cm diameter Carbon paper Toothed tracing wheel Fine-tip permanent marker: brown Fabric, paper and embroidery scissors Dressmakers’ pins Pinking shears (optional) PVA glue and brush Machine thread to match the colour of the raffia fabric Sewing machine with a standard foot Basic embroidery kit (including a Chenille needle) STITCHES USED Raffia Fill Stitch (Satin Stitch) NOTES Find the template and hanging guideline on p74-75. We recommend using a large chenille needle for this project. Finished size is 40x36cm, including fringe. TIPS & TRICKS You can find raffia fabric in specialist fabric shops or millinery supply shops. If you can’t find raffia fabric, hessian makes a…

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HOW TO TRANSFER TRACING Place light-coloured and fine fabrics over the design and trace over it. For thicker or dark-coloured fabrics, a light source such as a window or lightbox makes this process much simpler. TRANSFER PENS AND PENCILS Choose a colour that will show up on the fabric. Use a permanent marker if the stitching will cover the lines, or a removable marker if you need to erase the lines afterwards – test on a scrap of fabric first so you know it can be removed. IRON-ON TRANSFERS Press your fabric, then place your transfer sheet ink side down on top and press with a hot, dry iron (taking care with heat-sensitive fabrics). You can reuse the transfers three to four times depending on the type of fabric you…

We know how much you all enjoy a Stitchalong, so in this issue we’re very excited to bring you Part One of our brand new, threepart Italian landscape hoop. Designed exclusively for us by the incredible Georgie Emery, this sunny SAL is just what you need to kick off your stitching year in style, featuring Georgie’s signature layered fabric background technique and oodles of luscious Tuscan countryside details to lose yourself in. Ready to get stitching? Turn to p47 to find the first instalment and get a sneak peek of how the design will grow over the next few issues. We can’t wait to see your landscapes in progress, don’t forget to share them with us – and our wonderful online community – via our socials using #LEstitchalongs – it’s…

MATERIAL Mohair jumper, white/off-white Mohair yarn, 2ply: 50g each of bright blue, cool bright green, bright pink, pale pink, rose pink, bright orange, cherry red, bright yellow, pale yellow Embroidery frame or hoop (optional) Stitch markers Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Chain Stitch, French Knot, Running Stitch, Long and Short Stitch, Satin Stitch NOTES We’ve stitched these designs freehand, but if you prefer to transfer the template first (using your preferred method), you’ll find the template on p72. Select a yarn that is the same material as your garment – this will help with washing as the care instructions will match for both. 01 Start by placing a series of stitch markers across the jumper, each representing the centre of a flower. Avoid arranging the flowers in lines, and instead…

MATERIALS 100% cotton shirt: white Stranded cotton: 1 skein of red Embroidery hoop: 10cm diameter Small square of felt Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Full Knot Stitch, Split Stitch, Straight Stitch NOTES Find the template on p72. Prewash your shirt before stitching it to prevent shrinkage. Check your threads are labelled colourfast, to avoid the dye staining the shirt in the wash. 01 Transfer the design from the template onto the shirt using a heat-erasable pen and a light source. Scatter the motif randomly, leaving gaps of approx. 15cm between each one, and varying the angles to create interest. Mount the shirt into a hoop and place a piece of felt between the shirt and the screw of the outer ring to protect the shirt from marking. Cut a 1m…

MATERIALS Wash Bag: 18.5x15x12cm, linen Stranded cotton: 1 skein each of lilac, mint, pink, dark pink, pale pink, purple, teal Adhesive soluble stabiliser Machine thread: colour to match the bag’s lining (optional) Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Backstitch, Chain Stitch, Couching Stitch, Lazy Daisy Stitch, Satin Stitch, Split Stitch, Whipped Backstitch NOTE Find the template on p77. 01 If the wash bag has a waterproof lining, we recommend carefully unpicking the seam on the inside of the bag first, so that the reverse of the front fabric is exposed – this step is optional but it will leave you with a neater finished product. Transfer the bow design onto soluble stabiliser using a fabricsafe pen. Peel off the backing and stick to the front of the wash bag. All the…

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MATERIALS Card: A4, white x2, black, pink, red, turquoise Machine cotton thread: 1 spool each of black, red, turquoise Pencil and eraser Craft-scissors and ruler Paper glue Sewing machine with a freemotion (aka darning) foot Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Machine Straight Stitch NOTES Find the template on p73. Use the main image as a guide to positioning throughout. 01Take an A4 sheet of white card and fold it in half to form the base of the greetings card. Next, trace the shapes from the template onto the various colours of card – you will need one large turquoise heart, four medium red hearts, six pink small hearts and two each of black heads and tails. Neatly cut out all of the shapes along the outlines. 02 Glue the large…

COVER PROJECT STAINED GLASS POPPY HOOP Page 14 Pattern at 100% 2cm square test square (for printing) Thank you for making these projects from Love Embroidery. The copyright for these templates belongs to the designer of the project (and/or Our Media). The magazine and all of its contributors work extremely hard to create projects for you to enjoy, so please don’t re-sell or distribute these patterns without seeking permission first. Please do not make any part of the templates or instructions available to others through your website or a third party, or copy it multiple times without our permission. Copyright law protects creative work and unauthorised copying is illegal. We appreciate your help. COVER GIFT MINI FRAMES Page 11 Patterns at 100% FLORAL JUMPER Page 26 Pattern at 100% J’ADORE…

Cheer squad Celebrate all the loves in your life with these pretty, personalised hearts from Rosie Brain. Whether it’s a name, a special place, a meaningful word or a message, each madeto-order decoration is crafted to honour the moments and people you cherish most. Whether you hang them in your own home or gift them to someone special, they offer a heartfelt way to show your appreciation. Choose from delicate foliage and heart motifs or opt for the Valentine’s Day-worthy pink-and-red bow design shown here. Either way, you’ll have a cool keepsake that will be treasured year after year! www.rosiebrain.com New skills Ready to fall in love with Bargello – one stitch at a time? Inspired by the groovy colours and patterns of the 1970s, Oh Sew Bootiful’s brilliant range…

MATERIALS Cotton fabric: 25x25cm, white Stranded cotton: 1 skein each of black, cornflower blue, bright green, pistachio green, lilac, light pink, fuchsia pink, dark purple, purple, red, dark red, yellow Embroidery hoop: 15cm diameter Felt sheet: 14cm diameter Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Backstitch, Blanket Stitch, Bullion Knot, Chain Stitch, Lazy Daisy Stitch, Long and Short Stitch, Fishbone Stitch, French Knot, Satin Stitch, Stem Stitch, Straight Stitch, Weave Stitch NOTE Find the template on p72. 01 Transfer the design from the template onto the fabric using your preferred method. We used a heat-erasable pen and a light source. Then mount the fabric into a hoop with the design central and the fabric pulled taut like a drum. Fill in the centre of the heart, working vertically and using Satin Stitch…

Welcome to Part 1 of our fabulous new Stitch-along, the Italian Landscape hoop! Designed by the brilliant Georgie Emery, this must-stitch design is broken down into three beginner-friendly parts and will take you on a gentle meander through idyllic Tuscan hills. In Part 1, Georgie will show you how to build a dreamy background for your scene by layering pretty pastel fabrics, trace the template for your design, and work the luscious green Italian conifers (or cypress trees) using a needle and thread. She’ll then reveal the next fun details for you to stitch in issue 76 and 77! Worried about missing Parts 2-3? Turn to p20 to subscribe today and get issues sent straight to your door, plus bag yourself a bumper thread set. We are SO excited to…

MATERIALS Linen fabric: 20x20cm, natural Stranded cotton: 1 skein each of green, sage green, straw, dark yellow, light yellow, very light yellow Embroidery hoop: 13cm diameter Basic embroidery kit STITCHES USED Backstitch, Satin Stitch, Split Stitch, Straight Stitch NOTE Find the template on p73. 01 Transfer the design from the template onto linen using your preferred method. Then mount into a hoop with the design central and the fabric taut like a drum. To stitch using a blend of shades, first cut the thread colours to the same length, then split the strands separately and thread as one in the needle. Start by working the leaf on the left using Satin Stitch in a blend of two strands of green with one strand of sage green (3 strands total). Angle…

Hearts make everything better, which is why they’re the star of this issue’s two machine projects. First on the to-stitch list is Louisa Burtonshaw’s easy-peasy lovebug greetings card. Featuring a pair of 3D ladybirds, it’s made by layering card shapes, and then using a sewing machine to secure each piece in place and add adorable details. It’s quick to make (ahem, last-minute Valentine’s Day notes anyone?), and a perfect introduction to freemotion stitching. Then, it’s time to sew Sophie Tarrant’s mint green glasses case. Follow her tutorial to master simple freemotion quilting techniques and create a sweet repeating heart design that will help to keep your spectacles safe!…

Based in Maine, New England, embroidery artist and mum of two, Hilary, spends every spare moment with a needle and thread in hand. A lifelong creative, she grew up exploring all kinds of crafts, but it wasn’t until adulthood that she discovered embroidery and a new passion was born. Under her brand, HLeslie Design, she sells PDF patterns aimed at beginners and beyond. And she is also the author of Regency-themed embroidery book inspired by Netflix’s hit series Bridgerton. We caught up with her to find out more about her stitching style and her embroidery journey from dabbler to author… What sparked your love of embroidery and how did you hone your craft? There wasn’t one specific moment (or person) that sparked my passion for stitching. I picked up some…