What is BiscornuBiscournu is a term that has become very popular in the embroidery world over the last year or so – but exactly what is it? A Technique? Thread? Stitch? Read on and be charmed! Fabulous Embroidery FreebiesWe all love a freebie, and I’ve found some great places to find free embroidery projects for you!! Using Embroidery to get the Vintage LookFrom “Downton Abbey” to “The Great Gatsby” by way of “Mad Men”, the vintage look is all the rage. You can use your embroidery skills to get that vintage look in your clothes! Using Metal ThreadMetal thread embroidery can be one of the most rewarding – and difficult – types of embroidery to attempt. Knowledge of the different types of thread, and the proper tools to use can make this technique much easier. Crewel EmbroideryWhat is crewel embroidery, and why has it remained so popular for almost 500 years? Preparing your ThreadWith any skill, there are some tricks in embroidery that will give your work a more professional look – and the best one is to prepare your thread before using it.
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