Framed Sheerness

Here’s a DIY project that I can recommend for you all: framing your artworks! I chose to frame these sheer embroidery works that I made as a pattern tester for The Craft Central. I purchased these floating wooden frames here, then I simply placed the embroidered fabrics inside the acrylic pieces.

I liked the end result. These frames can also hold photos, drawings, doodles, concert tickets, notes, plant specimens, and other memorabilia. Best of all, they cost less than Php130 each.

I hope that you can also try this project soon! Enjoy!

Sheer Embroidery Day 3

I have finally completed the Sheer Yellow kit from The Craft Central. This concludes my pattern tester duties for this round.

This third pattern was more challenging because of the wavy leaves. This did not stop me though, and I still enjoyed stitching the pattern to life! The result was worth the effort! I think I found a new hobby.

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Sheer Embroidery Day 2

I enjoyed day 2 of my sheer embroidery journey as a pattern tester for The Craft Central. This pattern has given me a few hours of crafting bliss. I was swamped with month-end tasks, so this gave my brain a much-needed respite. I was able to practice my embroidery skills while giving myself a break. Definitely a win-win!

Check out The Craft Central for more embroidery kits and ideas!

Embroidery Day 4

I recently made my third embroidery piece as The Craft Central’s pattern tester for their Daisies kit. I enjoyed this project, and I even learned some life lessons along the way.

Here were the lessons that I have uncovered while learning embroidery:

1. It is okay to be a beginner at something new.

2. Learning a new skill grows our mindset and improves our adaptability.

3. Starting something new as an adult teaches humility.

4. Finishing a project gives satisfaction and joy, especially during the global pandemic.
   

So, if you think that you need some time away from your gadgets, I highly recommend embroidery! Visit The Craft Central to browse their embroidery kits. Stitch tutorials can be found on YouTube! This is a skill that will help you relax as you expand your mind.

Enjoy embroidery!

Embroidery Day 3

I recently finished my second embroidery piece as a pattern tester for The Craft Central. So far, I learned that embroidery takes a lot of patience for the stitches to look polished. Also, I was able to stay away from my phone as I was making this project. It was a lesson on focus and determination during the lockdown.

I recommend this project to beginners like myself, as well as to anyone who wants a new hobby that is not gadget-related! Check out The Craft Central for embroidery kits and future announcements regarding pattern testers.

Embroidery Day 2

I recently finished my first embroidery piece as a pattern tester for The Craft Central. I had fun working on this project, as I realized that I can definitely do embroidery! The instructions were clear. When I also shared on my socials that I was beginning embroidery, my friends messaged me tips on stitches and notions. I am grateful to have discovered this craft!

I highly recommend being a pattern tester at least once in your life. You will learn new stitches, find out what patterns make you happy, and expand your skill set.

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Embroidery Day 1

They say that you have to do something that terrifies you every now and then. Guess what- embroidery scares me! I may be skilled in crocheting and knitting, but embroidery just intimidates me. So, I challenged myself by signing up as The Craft Central’s pattern tester for their Daisies beginner kit.

First impressions: the kit was packed in bubble wrap. It arrived on September 1st, and I think I have enough time to overcome my fear of embroidery by the challenge deadline on the 30th!

The kit came with carbon paper, three pieces of cloth, two embroidery needles, embroidery floss, stitch guide (in English!), patterns, and embroidery hoop.

The first step is to trace the pattern onto the cloth. Since I used to work in a bank, I am familiar with carbon paper! I can do this, no worries!

I got the tracing done in one go. Now on to the actual stitching!

I used the color guide to match the thread to the appropriate parts of the pattern. Since the first stitch needed was the satin stitch, I did not have any problem with just doing it. Before I knew it, I was stitching yellow petals and I felt confident with my progress!

I may be a slow stitcher, but I will get there! Slowly but surely, I will overcome my fear of embroidery and finish my first pattern.

Wish me luck!