Learn Byzantine Stitch - Needlepoint Stitch #7

Byzantine stitch is a classic and elegant needlepoint stitch known for its textured, diagonal pattern. It is made using slanted stitches worked in alternating directions, forming a series of interlocking blocks that create a rich, woven effect on the canvas.

This stitch is especially popular for its strong structure and durability, making it ideal for items that receive regular use, such as cushions, upholstery, and bags. The raised texture adds depth to the design, while the repeating pattern gives a neat and organized appearance.

Byzantine stitch works beautifully with wool, cotton, or silk threads and looks stunning in both single colors and shaded combinations. It is often used as a filling stitch or for backgrounds, where its bold texture can enhance the overall design.

Although it may look intricate, Byzantine stitch is quite beginner-friendly once you understand the stitch sequence. With a little practice, it can become a versatile and reliable stitch for creating stylish and long-lasting needlepoint projects.

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Pattern Chart

Byzantine stitch is a timeless needlepoint stitch that combines strength, texture, and elegance in a beautiful way. Its structured pattern makes it perfect for both functional and decorative projects, while its versatility allows you to experiment with colors and designs. With a bit of practice, this stitch can become a go-to choice for adding depth and durability to your needlepoint work. Happy stitching! 

Learn Heart Stitch - Needlepoint Stitch #6

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Today I am going to share with you the tutorial for heart stitch in needlepoint.  

Heart stitch is a decorative needlepoint stitch that creates small heart-shaped patterns on canvas. It is formed using a combination of straight stitches arranged in a way that resembles a heart, making it both charming and eye-catching. This stitch is often used as a filling stitch or as a small motif in needlepoint designs.

One of the appealing features of heart stitch is its textured and slightly raised appearance, which adds depth and interest to embroidery projects. It works beautifully with different thread types such as wool, cotton, or silk, and can be stitched in one color or multiple shades to highlight the heart shape.

Heart stitch is commonly used in decorative items like cushions, samplers, wall hangings, and small accessories. Because of its simple structure and repeating pattern, it is suitable for beginners who want to explore creative needlepoint stitches while adding a playful and elegant touch to their designs.

For this sample I have used 10ct aida fabric & 6 strands of thread.  That's why the fabric is seen in between the stitches.  To give full coverage use 12 strands of thread.  If doing on single thread canvas 6 strands of threads or tapestry thread gives the full coverage.  

Video Tutorial

Pattern chart

Heart stitch is a delightful needlepoint stitch that adds a charming and decorative touch to embroidery projects. Its simple structure and lovely heart shape make it perfect for borders, fillers, or small motifs. With a little practice, this stitch can bring texture and beauty to your needlepoint work, making your designs look unique and expressive. Happy stitching!

Simple & easy beginner friendly lazy daisy flower border embroidery for cushions, sarees & Kurtis

 In today’s tutorial, we’ll learn how to make a beautiful  lazy daisy flower — a simple yet elegant embroidery border design perfect for cushions, handbags, sarees, and Kurtis. This design is easy enough for beginners and adds a lovely handcrafted touch to any fabric.

Video Tutorial

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Stitches Used

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Flower - Lazy daisy stitch,  then one more petals around the existing one. Then a small loop in white colour around the first lazy daisy - 6 strands

Centre of flower - French knots - 6 strands, 1 wrap

Leaf - Raised herringbone stitch - 6 strands

Hope you all like this tutorial.  See you soon with a kutch work design.  Till then have a nice time with your needle and thread.  

Beginner friendly Satin stitch flower embroidery design

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Hope all are doing well and good.  Today I am happy to share with you an easy and simple flower embroidery design that features satin stitch suitable for beginners.  

Video Tutorial 

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Stitches Used

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Flower -  Satin stitch outlined with back stitch     - 3 strands

Stem  -    Satin stitch     - 3 strands

Big leaves -  Open fly stitch     - 3 strands

Small leaves  -  Satin stitch     - 3 strands

curls  -  Back stitch     - 3 strands

Outlined the tear drop portion inside the flower with blanket stitch - 3 strands

Small circles  -   Satin stitch  - 3 strands

Hope you all like this design.  See you soon with another design.  Till then, happy embroidering and have a happy time with your needle and thread.  

Hand embroidered Kasuti work kurti Neck design

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Hope all are doing well and good.  Today I am happy to share with you a kasuti embroidered kurti in green colour.  I am doing this design for the second time. You can view the first one here.  This time also I have done in same color fabric with the same color threads.  But this time I have traced the complete design using carbon paper.  And the advantage is I have completed the embroidery without any confusion and 4 to 5 hours of time is also reduced than working with net.  Because while working with net we have to refer the design pattern and we have to remember it.  But this time that problem is not there and I have completed the whole neck design in 10 hours.  Have a look at the work. 

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I have included a 3 part video tutorial on working this design from the start to end.  You can watch it if you want to know about the working of the design. 

Part 1 - Working the necklines.  

Part 2 - Working the motifs inside the necklines

Part 3 - Working the motifs along the edges

I have purchased this design book  from Mridulas school of embroidery & fashion design.  You can find a good range of traditional embroidery books in there website.

Hope you all like this design.  If you want to purchase this embroidered fabric it is available in my instagram page here.  

See you soon with another design tutorial. Till then happy embroidering and have a nice day.

Simple & easy beginner friendly back stitch frilled flower embroidery for cushions, sarees & Kurtis

In today’s tutorial, we’ll learn how to make a beautiful  back stitch frilled flower — a simple yet elegant embroidery design perfect for cushions, handbags, sarees, and Kurtis. This design is easy enough for beginners and adds a lovely handcrafted touch to any fabric.

Video Tutorial below 

Stitches & threads used

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Flower - 102(Dark), 96(Light), 88(Medium)

• Outline the flower with back stitch in light colour(96)
• From each back stitch make a straight stitch towards the center with the same light colour
• Work Blanket stitches over back stitches without picking up the fabric in dark color(102)
• Add some straight stitches towards the center with medium colour(88)

Leaves - 245(Dark), 254(light), 203(very light) 

• Herringbone stitch - 3 strands
• Centre vein of the leaf in stem stitch 

Stem - 245 - Stem stitch - 3 strands

Centre of flower - 332 - satin stitch - 3 strands

French knots - 298 - 12 strands, 1 wrap

This simple back stitch frilled flower embroidery is a perfect project for beginners and a lovely way to add handmade charm to cushions, sarees, and Kurtis. Try it on different fabrics and colors, practice at your own pace, and enjoy the beauty of creating something unique with just a needle and thread. Happy stitching! 

How to do Plaid Filling Stitch? - Easy tutorial for beginners

Plaid filling stitch is a decorative hand embroidery stitch used to fill large areas with a neat, woven look. It is worked by stitching evenly spaced vertical and horizontal lines that cross each other, creating a checked or plaid pattern. This stitch is simple to learn, uses straight stitches, and looks attractive even with basic color combinations. Plaid filling stitch is ideal for borders, motifs, and all-over designs on fabrics like cotton, linen, and Aida, making it beginner-friendly and versatile.

Video Tutorial Below

I hope this plaid filling stitch inspires you to add beautiful texture to your embroidery projects.  With a little practice, the plaid filling stitch becomes easy and enjoyable. Try it on your next project and enjoy the rhythm of stitching.  Have a happy time with your needle n thread.