At the last meeting of the Embroiderers' Guild, I was given a little project to take home. It was several candlewicking pieces that required only Colonial Knots. I had never heard of that before, so I learned it and now I'll show you! : ) So welcome back to another edition of 'Saturday Stitches' where you watch me teach myself to embroider! you can see all posts by clicking on 'Tutorials' at the very top of my blog A Colonial Knot is a little different that a French Knot. It doesn't make…

Oooh la la! French knots - so very fancy - and so very frustrating. When you don't know the trick to them, that is. For years I had a love/hate relationship with them. I loved the effect - there's nothing quite like it for teeny polkadots and nubbly texture. But I hated their unpredictability. Sometimes

French knots can be a bit tricky. Leading to a love or hate feeling. A couple of good tips will make sure you fall into the love camp!

French knots add an elegant touch to hand stitching projects. Learn all the embroidery tricks to make French knots easily.

French knot is, undoubtedly, the most popular knot stitch out there. But it has a “twin” - colonial knot. Jump in to explore the similarities and differences between the two! So, how do you stitch colonial knot? Many people fear it because it seems tricky. Me too, for a long time I used french knots exclusively and didn't even want to try the colonial one because it just seems difficult. But I was wrong! Once you “crack” the process, stitching colonial knots will go smoothly and fast. The…

Our quick guide on How to Sew a French Knot will show you how to become an embroidery pro in 8 simple steps. Learn how to do a french knot embroidery.

This is a wonderfully decorative stitch and can be used for securing sequins if you fancy adding sparkle to your projects.

Red Ted Art's craft basics - learn how to make a French Knot! A fun little stitch that is great for little extras in your sewing. They make great "eyes" or "buttons" on small felt crafts! Learn how to make basic hand stitches today! #sewing #frenchknot

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Discover the differences between Colonial and French knots in embroidery. Learn step-by-step how to create secure, rounded Colonial knots for your projects.