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...
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laura gushue
- Nov 12, 2021
- 5 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 1 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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....
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 1 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 3 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 25, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 24, 2021
- 3 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 18, 2021
- 1 min
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...
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laura gushue
- Oct 18, 2021
- 2 min
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...
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