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Welcome 2025 with Embroidery Goals That Spark Joy! Hi, Reader, There are few days left to Christmas. Time to relax and celebrate! Then, as the holiday glow fades and we step into the fresh promise of a new year, it’s the perfect time to think about the projects and dreams that bring us joy. Whether you’re looking to try a new technique, finish a long-lingering project, or dedicate more time to your craft, let’s make 2025 the year of stitching success! Here are some ideas and resources to get...
How to recognize AI-generated embroidery images Hi, Reader, How is your December going? One of my traits for long dark evenings is to dive into Etsy and look for new hand embroidery patterns and designs I would like to embroider. You probably noticed that I sometimes make a list and share it in my blog posts, too. Recently, I’ve noticed a fascinating (and tricky!) trend—AI-generated images of “hand embroidery” that look almost identical to the real thing. Many shops sell design template...
NOVEMBER OVERVIEW Hi, Reader, If you live in the U.S. and celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday, I hope you had a wonderful time! As usual, on the last Friday of the month, I wrote an overview of articles, guides, and video tutorials that landed on the Practical Embroidery blog and YouTube channel in November. Ready to Explore? On-Trend Christmas Embroidery Embroidery and Holiday Decor Ideas for 2024 Read Now How to Embroider Stars and Sparkles Hand Embroidery Stitches + Free Sampler Download...