Free motion embroidery tutorial

Some tips on how to get started with free motion embroidery

Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …

Get started doing free motion stitching with a domestic sewing machine in this comprehensive video tutorial that guides you through some easy exercises.

Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.

When I first got my sewing machine, I new this is what I really wanted to have a go at... thread sketching or free motion sewing. It is when you sew without the machine 'feeding' the fabric through. Having free motion to draw with the thread on your fabric. I've been asked numerous times for advice on this subject but have found it very hard to explain having never done a tutorial before, but also because everyone's machines are different. free motion foot for a Brother * So, you will need a…

At long last I have a new tutorial for you! This is a favourite design of mine, and was originally featured as part of a tutorial for a tote bag that was featured in Love Sewing magazine some time ago. Today I'm just going to show you how to create the stylish lady and her fabulous three dimensional frock, then you can decide if you would like to place her on a tote bag or maybe frame her. You will need: Medium weight plain fabric for the embroidery base (approx. 10 x 12 inches). Small piece…

Well spring seems to be moving on a pace here in Herefordshire! The sun is shining the grass is ris, I wonder where the birdys is? Just the other day I saw my first honey bee of the season and to celebrate I thought I would make a little tutorial to show you how to do your own freehand embroidery of this most awesome of Apidae! you will need; A sewing machine. Any machine will do as long as the sewing feet are interchangeable. A freehand sewing foot and plate (see photo) If your not sure…

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Sarah Becvar on Instagram: "🌸WORKSHOP NEWS🌸 I’ve just listed an afternoon workshop which will be more practical for those who’d like to attend one of my embroidery workshops but have further to travel. Here are the details: Friday 5th April 1-4.30pm In my garden studio, Easons Green, East Sussex (a few miles north of Lewes) Suitable for all abilities Simply bring along your sewing machine, all other materials will be provided. 🌸Join me for a fun session of freehand machine…

Thank you for all who read their way down to the end of my last post - it was much longer than first anticipated! I hope you've enjoyed visiting the blogs I nominated (apologies in advance for the Google-suggested translation for a certain sentence in Ingrid's post - I have suggested an alternative to Mr Google, but he's ignored me so far!). Right, where were we...free machining, I think! In class we have been continuing to practice our free machining skills, now using free motion stitching…