Embroidered Postcards
Artist Shaun Kardinal made some charming modifications to these postcards by embroidering them by hand. It seems like this could be a nice way to customize some holiday cards as well.
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Embroidered Circuit Boards
handstitch, also known as Flickr user sisyuinu, embroiders replicas of electronic devices with a breathtaking eye for detail. The above image is of a NeXTcube board. Check out sisyuinu’s Flickr page to see more of her work. Found on the MAKE Flickr Group.
Crewel Embroidery Chair Upholstery
I love handmade pieces with a good story behind them, and this crewel embroidery chair upholstery has some serious history woven into every stitch.
How-To: DIY Cat Sweater
Turn a boring sweater or long-sleeved tee into a cozy fashion statement with this DIY cat sweater tutorial!
How-To: Stitched Snowflake Ornament
Check out this sweet stitched snowflake ornament tutorial on the Etsy blog. It’s a perfect starter embroidery project and is a lovely way to mark a baby’s first Christmas or other anniversary.
Embroidered Records
Artist Rose Eken created this beautiful series of embroidered records, called “Singles,” then framed them and hung them on the wall like gold records.
Free-Hand Machine Embroidered Portraits
Etsy user Leigh Bowser hand draws and free-hand machine embroiders portraits onto patches and brooches.
