When most people think of hand embroidery, they think of using it to decorate tablecloths, pillowcases, or similar items. Yes, you can use it for those applications but it’s also an easy way to embellish other projects such as pincushions, ornaments or even quilts.

I’ve never been a hand quilter, but I like to do hand embroidery (I know, I can’t figure it out either!) and I like to use it to add extra touches to my quilting projects.  

I want you to be able to enjoy this versatile technique so I have created Hand Embroidery Essentials. This course will teach you the basics of hand embroidery and prepare you to unleash your creativity on your own projects.

Hand Embroidery Essentials is an online video course which teaches you the basics of hand embroidery. You’ll receive step by step instructions that teach you how to do a variety of hand embroidery stitches.

I believe that the best way to learn a technique is to use that technique on a project so I’ve included the Flourishing Heart project in this course (free pattern included). I’ll show you exactly how to create this charming project that can be used as an ornament, a pincushion or a shelf sitter to decorate your studio.

In Hand Embroidery Essentials, you’ll learn how to:

• ensure that you have the tools necessary for this technique

• make outline, filler and decorative stitches

• create the Flourishing Heart project

Hand Embroidery Essentials is composed of pre-recorded videos that you can watch on your own time and at your own pace.

The beauty of an online course is that you can quilt along with the videos, stopping them and reviewing sections when you need to.

If you have questions, you can ask them in the course community area to get help.

You’ll also receive a PDF download that includes the pattern for the Flourishing Heart project. In Hand Embroidery Essentials, you’ll create the Flourishing Heart project so you’ll get a chance to practise what you’ve learned.

Hand Embroidery Essentials will teach you the basics of hand embroidery and prepare you to unleash your creativity on your own projects.

If you are wondering what’s in Hand Embroidery Essentials, here’s what’s included:

Fabric Preparation – Learn about fabric selection, tracing your design, and hooping your fabric

Tools & Thread – Learn what you’ll need to do hand embroidery

Stitching Techniques – Learn how to start and end your hand embroidery stitches

Outline Stitches – Learn which stitches work best to border a design area

Filler Stitches – Learn which stitches are used to fill in blank areas

Decorative Stitches – Learn how some hand embroidery stitches can be used for decorative effect

Flourishing Heart Project – Learn how to use the embroidery stitches you’ve learned to create the Flourishing Heart ornament (pattern included).

Curious about the type of videos you’ll find in Hand Embroidery Essentials? Here are a few video samples so you can see the type of video training in the course.

In addition to the online videos that teach you how to do hand embroidery, you’ll have access to a private community of other quilters who are also learning how to do this technique. You’ll have their support and encouragement to keep you motivated.

Hand Embroidery Essentials is for you:

• If you wanted to learn to do hand embroidery, but didn't know where to start.

• If you are interested in unleashing your creativity by adding embellishments to your projects.

• If you’re committed to learning a new technique and willing to invest the time to learn it.

Hand Embroidery Essentials is not for you:

• If you are not interested in hand embroidery.

• If you are already feeling comfortable and confident in your hand embroidery skills.

• If you aren’t willing to invest the time to learn and to practice what you learn.

If you’re not sure if Hand embroidery essentials is for you,

email me at help@thequiltersway.com with your questions.

Buy now for $29.99 USD*

*Note: This course is also included in The Quilter’s Way.

You've spent enough time without being able to use Hand Embroidery on your projects.

Now's the time to make a decision.

Now's the time to make a change.

It’s time to sign up for Hand Embroidery Essentials!

Buy now for $29.99 USD*

*Note: This course is also included in The Quilter’s Way.

I’m not very good with computers, will I be able to watch the videos?

Yes! We make it easy for you to access all of the content in the course and, if you ever have any problems, we’re just an email away.

Can I use any sewing machine for this course?

Yes you can! You can do fusible web appliqué on any domestic sewing machine.

Why would I take an online rather than an in-person course?

Good question! There are advantages to either way of learning but with an online course you don’t even have to leave your home to learn. You can watch the videos whenever you want and as many times as you want. You can stop any video and rewatch any part of it – you can’t do that with an in-person class! Whenever you want to learn, the videos are there waiting for you – and you don’t even have to get dressed to attend class!

How long does it take to go through the course?

That totally depends on you and your schedule. There’s no time limit or schedule so you can work through the various lessons at your own pace.

How long will I have access to the course?

You will have access to the stand-alone course as long as you require – due to possible technology changes I’m not able to offer “lifetime access” as no one can truly promise this but you will always be able to access the training videos if you purchase the course. 

Are the videos downloadable?

While the videos are not downloadable, you will have access to them anywhere you have an internet connection

Why is the price in US dollars?

All our products are sold internationally and we use US dollars as this is a universally recognized monetary unit.

*Note: This course is also included in The Quilter’s Way.