Stitches for making simple lines

Back Stitch

Split Stitch

Straight Stitch or Running Stitch
CLICK HERE

Satin Stitch

The Satin Stitch is used to fill designs. It gives designs a smooth, clean finish.

2 things to remember:

1. It uses a lot of thread, so start with long pieces. 
2. It should only be used to fill small designs. For larger designs use the "Long and Short Stitch".

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85kFXzOw_Lw

Stem stitch

Watch the tutorial below and practice the STEM STITCH.

Some embroidery examples

Carli's fish!

French Knot Tutorial

Click on the dude below to learn how to make a french knot.

Pillowcase Pattern

Basic pattern for a 2 fabric pillowcase.

You will learn the following:

1. How to cut pattern pieces.
2. How to sew a straight stitch on a sewing machine.
3. How to sew french seams- they make your work look professional and are easy to do!

In addition:

1. Learn to thread your machine.
2. Learn to thread the bobbin.
3. Learn about tension and how the feed-dogs work.

Spring 2013 OWW

QUILTING REVOLUTION

This year you will quilt a one of a kind, work of art using a variety of media.
Sign up for a Pinterest account and start collecting ideas online for your piece. I use pinterest to collect ideas for all of my artistic endeavors- sewing, gardening,  photography, etc.

If you have never used pinterest or don't have an account, watch this tutorial on how to sign up using your email account.

The following are links to video clips you should watch to get ideas and inspiration.

Laurie Swim

Jane Burch Cochran

Laura Wasilowski

Deborah Schwartzmann

Eileen Lauterborn