Free motion embroidery applique

Learn How To Do Free Motion Embroidery (in 7 simple steps) – Amy Loves to Sew

Free motion embroidery is one of those sewing techniques that, once you give it a go, will become a source of great inspiration (and just maybe a little bit addictive). Master the basics and …

Free motion embroidery, free motion sewing, or raw edge applique allows you to turn one your favourite pictures or sketches in a piece of fabric art. This technique provides you with full control over the picture - by dropping the feed dogs on your machine you guide your picture through your sewing machine to create the look you want. For your background fabric, choose something firmly woven such as calico, cotton or even linen.

CRAFTY RED: Free motion Embroidery Butterfly

Yesterday, I practiced free motion scribble stitching around some scrappy fused flower patches. Stitching with black thread was scary, but now after stitching a dozen flowers, I think I'm getting the hang of it. I was prepared to do my practice stitching and throw away my samples, but I really like them. So next week, I'll make them up into little zippered pencil cases. Stay tuned. Want to try it yourself? Here's a link with some tips.

GEMMA | FREE MOTION EMBROIDERY ARTIST on Instagram: "Love these guys! This is one of my favourite fabrics too! #snail #garden #autumn #autumnvibes #jimjamdesigns #freemotionsewing #timelapsesewing #freemotionembroidery #handmade #drawingwithstitch"

Bag making workshop with Jo Hill Textiles

What is free motion embroidery? How long has it been around? What can you do with it? How can you get started? Read more here!

Free Motion Embroidery Workshop ⋆ A Rose Tinted World

I recently discovered free motion embroidery and I love it! I combined two of my most favorite passions, art and sewing, and created this painted and embroidere…

A beginner's guide to using a free motion foot on your sewing machine to do free motion quilting.

This needlework tutorial is for a simple diary cover or journal. The tutorial is easy to follow with lots of photos to guide you along the way. This needlework project uses free form embroidery tec…

Not all sewing has to be exact! Free motion applique is fun because it's a rough sketch - with your sewing machine. Go ahead give it a go with the free download. #FMA #freemotionapplique #sewingtutorial #sewing

Butterflies - raw edge applique.

Embroidery is supercute, but many of us can't afford an embroidery machine or want different designs from the one you can purchase. Embroidery (or free motion appliqué) can add a personal twist to your purchased wardrobe and it can easily theme your next sewing project. All you need is a bit of inspiration and excercise... the more you try the better your outcome will look! The following tutorial will mix pictures of two of my projects, but most of the steps are the same. Option 1 is free…

Mira on Instagram: "If you fancy using up some of your gorgeous scraps and learn how to free motion sew (or just have a little practice), you can now watch the tutorial for this floral post card on my YouTube channel. (There’s also a bonus chapter at the end on how to create this gold leaf edging). I’ve got lots of tips for you along the way to help you get to grips with this fascinating sewing technique and I promise you it’ll be worth the effort - the creative possibilities are endless…