45 Times People Showed Their Creativity And Skill When It Came To Embroidery (New Pics)
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We present you with a collection of creative artworks shared by the Reddit community Embroidery. The headline on the main page states, "Embroidery: When you don't know whether to make art or stab something," suggesting that this activity may not only be suitable for artists seeking a creative outlet but also for those who want to channel their focus and thoughts into something with highly satisfying effects.
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Some Love For Microbes
This Is A Cute Hand Embroidered Chipmunk Brooch I Made Recently
Graduation Cap From Nursing School. Took About 30 Hours, Hand Embroidered, Beadwork, And Felt
In order to find out more about the process of creating embroidery pieces, we have reached out to Margarita from Ukraine. The artist works primarily as an illustrator but also doesn’t limit herself to this field, creating various handmade accessories. On her Instagram account, she shares small embroidered pieces of art like brooches, key chains, and others. To get more insights into the inspiration behind Margarita’s work, we asked how the artist developed an interest in embroidery. She shared with us: “I have a passion for crafting and enjoy creating things with my own hands. In addition to drawing, I have tried my hand at knitting and have been recently inspired by a friend to make brooches. To get ideas for my creations, I often turn to Pinterest and YouTube. Initially, I followed a tutorial to make my first piece and was pleased with the outcome. Since then, I have been exploring embroidery and different materials, gradually acquiring what I need to experiment with various techniques.”
Reference Photo And Embroidery Work Mash Up. She’s So Cute
My 3rd Project Is Complete, Aside From Cleaning Up The Back
My Fingers Are Still Intact But Barely :) French Knot Labyrinth Pattern By Nomadembroideryco On The Back Of A Denim Jacket! Already Thinking About What To Add To It Next
We wanted to know more details about this unique craft, so we asked the artist to tell us about her creative process. Margarita said: “Before starting on any project, I always begin by gathering references. I find Pinterest and Instagram to be helpful tools in this regard. Once I have my references, I sort my materials by color. I use only the highest quality materials, not only because they will last longer in the final product, but also because they are enjoyable to work with. The end result is always even and beautiful. During the creative process, I make sure to avoid distractions to maintain my focus and mood. This allows me to complete a project, such as a brooch, in just one day. Sometimes, I even find myself admiring my work during the process.”
Portrait Of A Slightly Annoyed Cat
Cobi In The Park By Me
Stitched This Screamy Boi For A Friend's Birthday. I'll Never Work With Sulky Metallic Threads Again
Each art creation comes with some challenges, so we were curious what the biggest difficulties Margarita needs to face while working on her embroidery piece could be. We found out that: “For me, the most challenging part of embroidery is stitching the contours (metal thread) of the brooch and finishing the edges. This task requires a lot of care and attention, and it takes up a significant amount of time. However, with a little perseverance, everything usually turns out well.”
Tiny Strawberries & Even Tinier Bees
Tiny Landscapes In Progress
Skull Of A Skeleton With Burning Cigarette By Vincent Van Gogh Embroidery
Lastly, we were interested in how the artist ensures the quality and durability of the embroidery work, especially in accessories like brooches that may undergo wear and tear. Margarita shared her own experiences: “As previously mentioned, the quality of a product depends on both the materials used and the workmanship. It’s important to remember that nothing is indestructible and all things deteriorate over time. However, with proper care and attention, a product can last longer. For instance, if a product is made with beads and threads (such as brooches), it’s important to avoid rubbing them against hard surfaces and refrain from washing them. By handling these products with care, they should remain in good condition for a longer period.”
Beautiful Work
Must have taken a lot of time, effort and patience. Oh, and thread. I respect that. 👌🏻
Just Finished My Fancy Pie!
My First Self-Design Black Work Embroidery I Ever Did. It Took Me 33h. Hoop 22cm, Aida 14ct, Dmc 699 & 4210
Baba Yaga’s House Embroidery I Just Finished!
Grackle Embroidery; I Decided To Try Using Some Of My Stash Of Old Sewing Thread That Is Too Brittle For The Machine; It Worked Great!
T-Rex Shirt For My Nephew
My Embroidered Io Moth
First Try At 3D Embroidery With A Wire
Jessica Long Chickadee Pattern With Additional Stumpwork. Quite Fun
This Is One Of My Favorite Miniature Custom Embroidery. I Used 2mm And 4 Mm Silk Ribbons And Threads
Snow Angel! Enjoyed Stitching The Different Textures But Stitching A Person For The First Time Was Challenging
Ramen Bowl!
Spine Pt. 1 Of 2
A Snail Using A Mushroom As An Umbrella From The Rain. Made This Design Up As I Went And I Think It Came Out Pretty Good!
Fox And The Hound
My First Hoop Embroidery Design!
Started In March And I Am Hooked. These Are My Latest Four
Obsessed With This Pattern From Stainedglassstitch On Etsy! It Was A Joy To Stitch
Miniature Custom Wedding Bouquet Embroidered With 2mm And 4 Mm Silk Ribbons
Lil Wip! Anatomical Drawing From The 1800s
In live with this. Ophthalmic Photographer for 22 years, this really catches my eye
Just Earned My Masters Degree And Went All Out On My Graduation Cap
I Hand-Embroidered Some "Motivational" Messages
Finally Finished My Mollymauk Tealeaf Coat
That's stunning, I would love to have a coat like this. My sewing skills are nowhere near good enough for this quality of work.
Beauty And The Beast Stained Glass
My Recent Bird Embroideries
Introducing My Cats As King Bubba And General Miles!
All The White Stitches Are Done, Now For The Climbing Roses And Objects In The Windows
Just Finished This Mirrorball For My Friend’s Studio! Almost Entirely Stitched With Metallic DMC Threads
I dabbled in embroidery during lockdown and metallic threads are so @#$%! This is AMAZING.
Mushrooms + Kitties, What More Could You Ask For??
“Shhh, I Think I Hear Something Outside Of The Tent”
April Showers
“You Know, A Girl In My Sorority, Tracy Marcinco Got A Perm Once. We All Tried To Talk Her Out Of It. Curls Weren't A Good Look For Her. She Didn't Have Your Bone Structure”🩷
I Am Drawing And Stitching A Wild Animal On The Same Dress Every Week In 2023. Here Are Some Of My Latest Embroideries + The Dress!
Can't upvote this sort of article enough; it's so awesome to see what talent folks have and the effort they put in!
Can't upvote this sort of article enough; it's so awesome to see what talent folks have and the effort they put in!