Embroidery: Learning the French Knot

Monday, May 7, 2012


Leave it to me to wait until the last minute to decide on what I'm going to give my in-laws for mother's day but, sometimes the best ideas come out of procrastination don't they?

 I've decided to do some personalized zipper pouches for my mother-in-law and grandmother- in-law, and since I've always wanted to learn how to embroider, I thought  this would be the perfect opportunity to try my hand at it.  Little did I know that the French Knot method would take a little more time than I expected.  It's quite intimidating at first, but when I finally figured things out, it was a breeze.  I have a few books on embroidery but there is nothing like watching a visual to learn how to do something.  Below are the links that I referenced:

How to thread a needle and knot the thread

French Knot Tutorial








4 comments:

  1. Pictures please when you finish the pouches. Embroidery is really relaxing and rewarding hey! Love it!
    Kristin

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  2. Of course I'll share pics! Yes, it is very relaxing! I'm already thinking of future projects!

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  3. Your work looks beautiful! I think your French knot embroidery turned out perfect...It definitely doesn't look like your first time. Oh, and you're right, this type of embroidery is a labor of love! Hope you were watching a good show or listening to some good music. These gifts are going to be something really special.

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  4. Look at you, another talent. Can't wait to see the big reveal. I have complete faith in your ability to get it done at warp speed ;)

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