Embroidery

May 30, 2018

These Charming Embroidery Kits for Beginners Make Crafting a Breeze

If you've been looking for a way to get in touch with your crafty side, Cozyblue Handmade is here to help. Founded by artist and “moment noticer” Liz Stiglets, the creative company offers embroidery kits for beginners that are as exquisitely designed as they are easy-to-follow. Each set comes with all of the embroidery supplies you need to create your own handiwork, including a pre-printed fabric pattern, a six-inch wooden hoop, coordinating embroidery floss, and a needle.

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April 7, 2018

Floating “Garden” of Embroidered Thread Drawings Brings Nature Indoors

Lately, we’ve seen many incredible artists creatively pushing the boundaries of embroidery, but Toronto-based Amanda McCavour is one artist that has literally taken her stitching skills to the next level. The talented artist constructs three-dimensional embroidery art installations, featuring delicate textile motifs that float in gallery spaces. Describing her work as “thread drawings,” McCavour uses a sewing machine to illustrate her designs on a special type of water-soluble fabric called Solvy.

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March 28, 2018

8 Contemporary Artists Taking String Art to the Next Level

On face value, a ball of string might not seem the most exciting object in an artist’s tool box. But in the right creative hands, embroidery thread, cord, and yarn can be used to create incredible masterpieces. Today, string art is utilized for artistic DIY projects, but it’s also evolved into a respected, contemporary art form.

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March 13, 2018

5 Essentials for Developing Your Creative Brand

So you’ve decided to turn your side hustle into a full-time profession. How can you be guaranteed success? Nothing is 100%, but one of the essentials of growing your business is understanding and developing your brand. Whether you are specializing in pet photography or create contemporary embroidery pieces, you need to understand who you are to get where you want to go. But what does “branding” really mean?

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