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finding joy through finding relief
I want to share this idea with you, with the preface that it was not originally my idea. I initially heard this from Teal Swan. Someone...

laura gushue
Jan 22, 20222 min read


health update... and a surprise!
Hello! I wanted to finally give an update on my health, but first, a something exciting happened! Okay, I realize this totally looks like...

laura gushue
Nov 12, 20215 min read


2019: a year of free patterns
This has been quite the year, hasn't it? Anyone else? Every month this year (except one, I think), I've had the pleasure of sending out a...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20211 min read


how to use my new lettering templates
One thing I get asked about quite often is my lettering. Not even specifically how I stitch them - but what templates I use to get the...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


satin stitch - everything you need to know
Hello my embroidery loving friends! As I keep adding to my stitch Index, I wanted to do an in-depth tutorial for you on satin stitch....

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


how I store my embroidery supplies
Hello people! The few embroidery projects that I did when I was younger got MESSY. It's honestly probably part of the reason I didn't...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


making the perfect french knot
Happy Tuesday! The French knot is a staple of embroidery. It's really easy once you get the hang of it, but it can be a little tricky to...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20211 min read


how I start, finish and transfer my embroidery pieces
Hi embroidery lovers! This post might seem too obvious for some - but I see a lot of beginners who make little mistakes or are generally...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


how to make a perfect wagon wheel rose
Hi friends! I've been getting a lot of questions lately about Wagon Wheel Roses and how I do them. So I'm going to show you how and give...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


3 ways to embroider leaves
Hello! Today I'm going to show you 3 methods I use to embroider leaves: satin stitch, fishbone stitch, and my own combination of stem...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


the secret to stained hoops
I've always loved dark stained wood over the lighter natural look. Darker cabinets, floors and tables are my jam. I think the simple...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20213 min read


top 5 tips to start learning embroidery
1. get a pattern or a kit in my opinion, a kit is the best way to try your hand at embroidery without having to commit to too many...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


3 basic stitches for learning embroidery
Hi everyone! As promised, today I’m sharing 3 basic stitches that are great for beginners. These stitches are great for straight or...

laura gushue
Oct 25, 20212 min read


Supplies you need to start learning embroidery
-from the old site- Hi! My name is Laura and I'm so happy that you're here to learn what you need to start learning embroidery. My goal...

laura gushue
Oct 24, 20213 min read


DMC fall favourites
this post is a transfer from my previous website. I haven't been making many fall themed hoops but I thought it was worth bringing over...

laura gushue
Oct 18, 20211 min read


welcome to through rain or shine
new & improved! welcome to a creative space for the jack of all trades. I feel like so many of us fall into this category. as creatives...

laura gushue
Oct 18, 20212 min read
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