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Embroidery

Embroidery Instructions
Find great embroidery instructions with illustrations for victorian embroidery projects here.

• Principles of Stitch Direction
  Principles of Stitch Direction will help you embroider realistic (and beautiful) flowers and other plants. Knowing this information can make all the difference!
  
  
• How To Embroider Flower Stems
  How to embroider flower stems properly can make the difference between a nice embroidery piece and an excellent one. Learn all the tips and tricks Victorian ladies used.
  
  
• Flower Stem Stitches
  The best flower stem stitches are listed here along with suggestions on how to obtain the best results with each one.
  
  
• More Stem Stitches
  More Stem Stitches You Should Know About.
  
  
• Stem Stitches
  Here is a table of stem stitches for various flower to help you choose the most appropriate embroidery stitch to use.
  
  
• Transfer Methods
  Which transfer method will work best for you? There are a number of ways to transfer patterns to your material. Here are a few ways you may not have thought about and may want to give a try.
  
  
• Borders and Insertions
  Embroidery borders and insertions can add something special to almost any article. Here are illustrations of stitches that can take your items from so-so to WOW!

Secrets of Embroidery
The secrets of embroidery can soon be discovered by reading the words of a woman who was well known for her knowledge of great embroidery as well as her ability to teach others, through words, how they may also be able to produce wonderful works of art for their homes.

• Embroidery Frames
  Do you know how many different types of Victorian embroidery frames that were in use from the mid 1850’s to 1912? It might surprise you!
  
  
• Dressing Embroidery Frames
  Dressing embroidery frames properly was extremely important to Victorian women. See why.

Hand Embroidery
Hand embroidery is an art of it's own. Care must be taken from the very first step to the last. Learn the finer points in hand embroidery to ensure your project becomes a work of art you are proud of. Victorian Embroidery and Crafts shows you how!

• How to Make a Perforated Pattern
  Victorian ladies made their own perforated patterns to transfer their embroidery designs from paper to fabric. Here are step by step instructions they followed to do so.
  
  
• Stamping a Pattern
  Once a pattern had been made, it needed to be transferred to the fabric. Victorian ladies had a number of solutions and powders to do this. Here are a few you may find interesting.
  
  
• The Embroidery Hoop
  An embroidery hoop or frame is an essential piece of equipment to any embroiderer. Today's hoops still retain the general shapes as were used 100 or more years ago and the sizes available then are still available today. Below is some information which was published in 1889 to instruct ladies in the use of this important item.
  
  
• Embroidery Needles
  An item to claim attention of any embroiderer is the matter of needles, and be sure this is a very important item in the embroiderer's outfit, as upon the use of proper needles depends much of the beauty of the work.
  
  
• Single or Double Thread
  It is sometimes confusing on whether to use a single or double thread when embroidering. Here is some information that Victorian ladies were given when the question "single or double threads?" arose.
  
  
• The Embroidery Sampler - A Brief History
  Learn the interesting history of the humble embroidery sampler.
  
  
  • Cross-Stitch Sampler
    See a authentic vintage cross-stitch sampler. Learn the proper how-to's here.
    
    
  • A Crewel Stitch SamplerLearn the stitches and the proper method of making a crewel stitch sampler.

Embroidery Stitches
More great embroidery stitches with instructions brought to you by Victorian Embroidery and Crafts. Use to make wonderful needlework articles for your home which will be loved and cherished for years to come.

• Algerian Stitch
  The Algerian Stitch is a kind of Cross stitch somewhat akin to Cretan stitch, but worked on canvas. It may be worked as a single or double stitch. (See Double Algerian Stitch.)
  
  
• All-over Stitch.
  The Over-all stitch is a great stitch to cover a large amount of background material. It’s fast and easy, too!
  
  
• Anchor Stitch
  The Anchor Stitch described here is a specialty stitch, not a stitch used just to keep the thread in place and not pull out as you begin to sew.
  
  
• Applique Stitch
  The Applique Stitch is used to attach one fabric to another. This is the traditional applique stitch.
  
  
• Au Passe Stitch.
  Au Passe Stitch - The Au Passe Stitch is a flat Satin Stitch, worked across the material, with no raised foundation. Learn more about this stitch here:
  
  
• Back Stitch
  The Back Stitch is a simple stitch used to outline areas in embroidery. When completed, it resembles machine stitching.
  
  
• Backstitched Chain
  The Backstitched Chain is a very interesting stitch, especially when it is stitched with heavy thread and into two colors.
  
  
• Basket Stitch
  The Basket stitch, a distinctive stitch from that used in Basket Couching, is a kind of Cross Stitch. It can produce a variety of beautiful effects.
  
  
• Battlemented Stitch
  Battlemented Stitch, also known as the Battlement Stitch, is often used in decorative embroidery for castle tops, etc. It is a great little stitch to know. See how easy it is to do!
  
  
• Beading Stitch
  The beading stitch is sometimes used where very light sprays are introduced into the design. Here you will find instructions on how to make this wonderfully dainty stitch.
  
  
• Bird's Eye Stitch
  Learning the Bird's Eye Stitch will help you make embroidered flower petals with ease. Fast, effective, and beautiful.
  
  
• Blanket Stitch
  Blanket stitch is a simple but effective stitch, not only for binding edges of material, but as a decorative stitch as well.
  
  
• Border Stitch
  The Border stitch is a great stitch if you need a border design and the stitch is one you probably already know but worked just a little differently.
  
  
• Brick Couching
  Brick couching is derived from old ecclesiastical embroideries and differs from ordinary couching. Find out more here.
  
  
• Brick Stitch
  The brick stitch produces a pattern that resembles bricks laid in rows. It is suitable for filling large leaves in conventional designs.
  
  
• Brier Stitch
  Here you will find how to make the essential Brier Stitch and all its variations.
  
  
• Bulgarian Stitch
  The Bulgarian stitch is a heavy outline stitch used by Victorian embroiderers. Many current embroidery books make no reference to it. Learn more about it here!"
  
  
• Bullion Stitch
  Find out to make and use this unique stitch. Also find the Bullion and Star Stitch, a great variation.
  
  
• Buttonhole Stitches
  Here you will find many of the variations of Buttonhole stitches, also called "overcast" stitches. These stitches are ones that you will be glad you know!
  
  
• Capturing Stitch
  The Capturing Stitch was commonly used during Victorian times as a border or all-over stitch. How will YOU use it?
  
  
• Carpet Stitch
  A term sometimes applied to varieties of Cross stitch, Cashmere stitch, and a Rug Stitch. How does it apply to your embroidery work?
  
  
• Cashmere Stitch
  The Cashmere Stitch is a rectangular Mosaic Stitch that is supposed to represent the texture of cashmere material. Learn more about it here.
  
  
• Chain Stitch
  The Chain Stitch is a basic but very important embroidery stitch. It is not only beautiful in its own right but is also the basis for many other stitches.
  
  
• Chain Stitch Variations
  Chain stitch variations can add that special touch to your embroidered linens. They look extremely difficult to make but are actually very simple.
  
  
• Cord Stitch
  The Cord Stitch is a twisted stitch made by securing it with a stitch at the farthest side and twisting the needle around and around this laid thread back to the starting point. Learn more about it and see if you should use this stitch on your next project.
  
  
• Cretan Stitch
  The Cretan Stitch is a creative filling stitch often used for leaves and petals in the traditional embroidery. It is a popular stitch for crazy quilts. Learn more here.
  
  
• Cross Stitch - See Cross Stitch Embroidery.
  
  
• Couching
  Embroidery Couching can be extremely simple or very complex. You can learn the use of a range of couching materials, from floss to gold, here.
  
  
• Couching Stitch
  The Couching Stitch can produce admirable results on almost any embroidery project. Learn how to add the “special touch” to your project.
  
  
• Cushion Stitch
  The Cushion Stitch is arranged in a series of geometrical Vandykes or half circles and gives the appearance of woven fabric.
  
  
• Damask Stitch
  Damask stitch is a name given to Satin Stitch worked upon linen. Easy and beautiful. Check it out.
  
  
• Darning Stitch
  Toward the end of the Victorian era, the Darning Stitch was used more as an embroidery stitch than anything else. See how this simple stitch may add interest to your embroidery.
  
  
• Double Algerian Stitch
  The Double Algerian Stitch is, as its name implies, the Algerian Stitch using two different colors of silk.
  
  
• Double Herringbone Stitch
  The Double Herringbone Stitch is variation of the regular Herringbone stitch. It is worked as two rows and can be worked with two different colors of thread. It gives nice color and texture to any project.
  
  
• Double Running Stitch
  The double running stitch is known by many different names. This simple stitch looks as good on one side of the fabric as on the other. Learn more about it here.
  
  
• Faggoting and Faggoting Stitches
  Faggoting is both useful and quite beautiful. It is used in joining of two pieces of material by means of an insertion stitch.
  
  
• Fish Scale Stitch
  The perfect embroidery stitch to represent fish scales is the Fish Scale Stitch. It has often been used in seascape needlework.
  
  
• Fish Net Stitch
  The Fish Net stitch is a wonderful filling stitch that adds dimension to any embroidery project. It is done much differently than most embroidery stitches and yet is very simple.
  
  
• Gobelin Stitch
  The Gobelin Stitch is one copied from old tapestries. It take the light beautifully and produces that dreamy effect we associate with antique hangings.
  
  
• Half-Solid Kensington Stitch
  Half-solid Kensington Stitch is done in the regular satin or filling stitch but with a twist. Find out more here!
  
  
• Hemstitching
  Hemstitching is a form of Drawn Work that has unlimited border design potential. It can only be worked upon fabrics that can be readily drawn.
  
  
• Herringbone Stitch
  The Herringbone Stitch is an embroidery stitch that every embroiderer should know. Knowing this stitch gives the basis of a number of other stitches as well.
  
  
• Holbein Stitch
  The Holbein stitch is most commonly used in blackwork. Learn the technique of producing this simple, but beautiful, stitch here.
  
  
• Honeycomb Stitch
  The Honeycomb Stitch, as used in embroidery, adds dimension to any project. Although this stitch takes time and patience, the end result is worth it.
  
  
• Irish Stitch
  The Irish Stitch is used in Berlin Work as a filling in or grounding stitch. Learn more about this great stitch.
  
  
• Ismit Stitch
  The Ismit Stitch, also known as the Turkish Cross Stitch, is an adaptation of the Herringbone Stitch. See how this unique stitch can add new dimension to your embroidery.
  
  
• Janina Stitch
  The Janina stitch, also known as the Filling Cross Stitch, is the perfect stitch to use on leaves and other open designs. It is also quite easy to do.
  
  
• Japanese Stitch
  The Japanese Stitch is used primarily to depict water or ground in embroidered landscapes. With the proper thread used, the effect is quite stunning.
  
  
• Kensington Stitch
  The Kensington stitch is one of the most important, and easiest, of embroidery stitches. Knowing the proper way to use the Kensington stitch call enable anyone to produce wonderful works of embroidery.
  
  
• Kensington Outline Stitch
  The Kensington Outline stitch is one of the most common of the outline stitches. It produces wonderful results when worked correctly.
  
  
• Knot Stitch
  The Knot stitch is more than just the well-known French Knot stitch. There are a number of variations of this stitch that can be used in ornamental embroidery as well as Drawn Work.
  
  
• Ladder Stitch
  The Ladder Stitch is the perfect stitch to add that truly Victorian look to any project. Here you will find step by step instructions on how to add this wonderful stitch to your linens.
  
  
• Long and Short Stitch
  The Long and Short Stitch is the foundation of all solid embroidery and it is the most important stitch to master. Learn more here.
  
  
• Loop stitch
  The Loop Stitch is an easy embroidery used to make very small leaves and also as a powedering.
  
  
• Mexican Stitch
  The Mexican Stitch has become the name of at least two different stitches. Both can be used as decorative stitches and one can be used when pieces two pieces of fabric together (known as faggoting).
  
  
• Oriental Stitch
  The Oriental Stitch is a stitch forming a plait not unlike Cretan stitch. The working resembles Herringboning, but the stitches are quite close together. Find out more here.
  
  
• Outline Stitches
  Outline stitches are often considered accessory only to others. Very good work, however, may be done with them alone. Learn how.
  
  
• Overcast Stitch
  Learn the proper way to embroidery the Overcast Stitch, an easy and valuable stitch to know in embroidery.
  
  
• Overlap Stitch
  The Overlap Stitch is an embroidery stitch used when scrolls or tendrils are to be done in solid raised work.
  
  
• Pattern Darning Stitch
  A unique method in creating designs is by using Pattern Darning. See how it is done, here.
  
  
• Persian Stitch
  The Persian Stitch is a variation of the Herringbone, but the stitches are not so close as to overlap. The result is a braid-like band.
  
  
• Persian Cross Stitch
  The Persian Cross Stitch is another variation of the Herringbone Stitch. It can be used as a filling stitch or in rows.
  
  
• Picot Stitch
  The Picot stitch is an easy and quick embroidery stitch that can add a decorative touch to your embroidery. Use it alone or with other stitches to create your own design. It is easy. Check it out.
  
  
• Picots
  Picots are ornamental knotted stitches used in embroidery to decorate edges or borders. There is a great variety and others may easily be invented. A great addition to almost any embroidery project.
  
  
• Plush Stitch
  Plush Stitch gives a soft, dimensional look to your embroidery.
  
  
• Point Natte Stitch
  Point Natte Stitch is a fancy outlining stitch. It consists of a succession of slanting stitches on each side of an outline. Easy and quickly done, it will quickly become a favorite stitch of yours.
  
  
• Queen Anne Stitch
  The Queen Anne Stitch, also known as the Weaving stitch, is a fine darning stitch that produces wonderful artistic effects. Take a look for yourself!
  
  
• Railway Stitch
  The Railway stitch, also known as the chemin de fer stitch or loop stitch, was given its name because of how quickly it could be executed. Try it yourself and see if you don't think it was aptly named!
  
  
• Raised Overcast Stitch
  The Raised Overcast Stitch gives a heavy raised outline effect suitable for elaborate embroidery work. Here you will find instructions and illustration on how to embroider this wonderful stitch.
  
  
• Rice Stitch
  The Rice Stitch is a small fill-in stitch used in Rice Embroidery.
  
  
• Roman Stitch
  Roman Stitch is one of the nicest solid stitches to use for leafs and other forms showing a mid-rib.
  
  
• Satin Stitch
  Satin stitches are one of most important embroidery stitches to master. These stitches are found in several types of work. Here you can find what type of work they are most used in and how to do them as well!
  
  
• Seed Stitch
  The seed stitch is quite a versatile stitch. It can be used for texture and even shading. Learn more here.
  
  
• Snail Trail Stitch
  The Snail Trail Stitch is a popular and effective stitch for stems and outlining where a fine spotted tracery or broken effect is desired.
  
  
• Solid Overlap Stitch
  The Overlap Stitch is an adaptation of the Long and Short Stitch to a curved line or surface.
  
  
• Spider Web Stitch
  The Spider Web Stitch, which looks as its name implies, is used for conventional embroidery for filling spaces, within circles or between scrolls.
  
  
• Specialty Satin Stitches
  Here are some specialty satin stitches that are easy to make and can really make a difference to your embroidery projects. These stitches include the Bead Stitch, the Berry Stitch, Figure Stitch, Padding Stitch, Ribbon Stitch, and the Square-and-Circle Stitch.
  
  
• Split Stitch
  The Split Stitch is a wise choice to use when a narrow outline is required. Find out why and how to best use this stitch here.
  
  
• Stem Stitch
  The Stem Stitch is an embroidery outline stitch that is very useful for stems of flowers as well as adding a balance to many designs. This stitch allows the embroiderer to choose the width of the stem or outline.
  
  
• Trellis Stitch.
  The Trellis stitch is a great filling stitch. It is, in reality, a genuine Mount Mellick (Mountmellick) stitch. Used in any design, Mountmellick or not, it will add a great element to your embroidery piece.
  
  
• Twisted Outline Stitch
  The Twisted Outline Stitch is a stitch that will add richness to any embroidered piece. Give it a try! Instructions on how are here!
  
  
• Wound Stitch
  Although consisting of more than one stitch, many use the term “wound stitch” synonymously with French Knot, Twisted Knot Stitch, or French Dot Stitch.
  
  

EXAMPLES

• Botanical Stitches
  Botanical stitches and illustrations can be found here. Illustrations on the proper embroidery methods to use will help you achieve professional results!
  
  
• Fancy Embroidery Stitches
  Find fancy embroidery stitches with instructions here. Use to make your embroidery work something special.

Types of Embroidery
Types of embroidery includes every sort of ornamental work done with a sewing needle. Embroidery may be done on any number of fabrics from satin to canvas. Victorian ladies embraced them all!

• Alphabet Design Embroidery
  Alphabet Design Embroidery was originally used to mark household linens and then used to personalize handmade gifts. This technique uses padding stitches under an even layer of even stitches to produced a raised embroidery effect.
  
  
• Arrasene Embroidery
  Arrasene, also spelled arasene, is an embroidery material that was very popular during Victorian times but is not seen much today. It was introduced for artistic embroidery around 1883 and was thought to likely supersede Filoselle and Crewels in all kinds of bold designs in decorative needlework.
  
  
• Back Stitch Embroidery
  Back Stitch Embroidery is one of the simplest kinds of embroidery. Only one stitch is used with this type of embroidery. Check it out and see what I mean.
  
  
• Berlin Work
  Berlin Work is a style of canvas work embroidery. Read to learn more here.
  
  
• Broderie Anglaise or English Embroidery
  Broderie Anglaise, also known as English Embroidery, is a simple kind of White Embroidery. Find out more here.
  
  
• Bulgarian Embroidery
  Bulgarian Embroidery is used almost exclusively on heavy linens and canvas. Although not discussed much in current embroidery books, Victorian ladies found it often in theirs. Check it out!
  
  
• Chinese Embroidery
  Chinese embroidery is unsurpassed, except for maybe Japanese embroidery, for the amount of labor and delicacy of execution. Find out more here.
  
  
• Crazy Work Projects to Make
  Make your very own crazy work projects. Easy to understand instructions for a variety of items are here!
  
  
• Cretonne Applique, All About
  The number one choice of most Victorian women for applique. See why here.
  
  
• Chip, Embroidery on
  Embroidery on Chip was the Victorian answer to hot pads and table coasters for protecting tables. Find out more here.
  
  
• Cross Stitch Embroidery
  Cross-stitch has not changed much over the past centuries. It's easy, fun, and can be done quickly. Try these authentic Victorian patterns and see what beautiful items can be made.
  
  
• Cut Work
  Cut Work, also known as Venetian or Roman Embroidery is considered by most, one of the lovely types of embroidery. Here are instructions to get you started in this wonderful needlecraft.
  
  
• Delft Embroidery
  Bring the timeless beauty of Delft embroidery into your home. Learn more here.
  
  
• Drawn Thread Work
  Drawn thread work was very popular during Victorian Times. The look is stunning. Here is how to make your own.
  
  
• Dresden Embroidery
  Dresden Embroidery is named from the ware of the same name. Linens embroidered in this type of embroidery will add a beautiful sophistication to any Victorian table.
  
  
• English Eyelet Embroidery
  English Eyelet Embroidery became very popular in the late 1800’s. Here you will the stitches most commonly used by Victorian ladies for this beautiful type of embroidery.
  
  
• Etching Embroidery
  Etching embroidery, also known as Print Work, is used to reproduce line engravings with embroidery and paint. Learn more about this fascinating embroidery technique here.
  
  
• French Laid Embroidery
  French Laid Embroidery, also known as White Work has been appreciated all over the world. Learn how to make your own masterpiece using these instructions.
  
  
• Florentine Embroidery
  Florentine Embroidery is a wonderful embroidery technique that makes a very pretty filling for open or cut out spaces in a design, simulating as it does drawn work, or punched work.
  
  
• Gretchen Embroidery
  Gretchen embroidery is an unusual embroidery technique not often found. See what it's all about here!
  
  
• Huckaback Embroidery
  Huckaback Embroidery is embroidered on Huckaback fabric. Huckaback is often used for towelling. This embroidery is fast and easy. The most characteristic feature of this style of work consists in the treatment of the background.
  
  
• Indian Floss Silk Embroidery
  Indian Floss Silk Embroidery is work executed on black or white net using white or colored floss. Although easy to do, it should only be applied to lightly used items.
  
  
• Irridescent Embroidery
  Irridescent Embroidery is sometimes called opalescent embroidery. Either name describes this type of embroidery well.
  
  
• Jewel Embroidery
  Do you want to make your latest embroidery project really pop? Try adding Jewel embroidery to it. It will give a brilliant effect to your work!
  
  
• Linen Embroidery
  Linen embroidery can be described as a combination of Drawn Work and Embroidery. Used on many items such as towels, tablecloths and other items, it is an embroidery you'll want to learn more about.
  
  
• Mediaeval Embroidery
  Find original 1889 information and instructions on Mediaeval embroidery here.
  
  
• Mexican Embroidery
  Mexican Embroidery is suitable for ornamenting washable materials such as linens, muslins, and cambrics. It’s easily and quick to do. Give it a try on your next project.
  
  
• Mexican Square Embroidery
  The Mexican Square is not widely published, at least not in the books I have or the research I have done. Since it is unusual, it may be the perfect addition to your embroidery fancy work.
  
  
• Mexican Wheel Embroidery
  The Mexican Wheel embroidery stitch / style is not written or illustrated often. Here you will find the instructions for this unique embroidery.
  
  
• Net Embroidery
  Worked on white or black net for use on clothing, hats, etc. Also use for home decorations that did not get much wear.
  
  
• Oriental Embroidery
  Oriental Embroidery is actually a class of embroidery. It includes Chinese, Indian, Japanese, Persian, Bulgarian, and Turkish embroideries. They are celebrated for a number of reasons.
  
  
• Persian Embroidery
  Persian Embroidery has changed over the course of history. It receives its name based upon the designs and colors used. Give it a try!
  
  
• Punched Work
  Not your everyday embroidery and not to be confused with today's Punch Work.
  
  
• Raised Embroidery
  There are many types of raised embroidery. All are beautiful but should be used sparingly. See why.
  
  
• Redwork
  Redwork is as popular today as it ever was. Children and adults alike can enjoy this type of embroidery. Find out more about it here.
  
  
  • Redwork Instructions
    Love Redwork? Redwork instructions are here. Find how simple it is to make your very own Redwork embroidery pieces. Whether you want to make a simple doily or a beautiful Redwork quilt, these instructions will have you stitching in no time!
    
    
    • Free Redwork Pattern
      Want to try your hand at Redwork. Find your free Redwork pattern here!
      
  
  
• Ribbon Embroidery
  Ribbon embroidery is a beautiful type of embroidery, if done correctly. Make your masterpiece using this information and you are sure to have a beautiful finished piece.
  
  
• Ribbon Work
  Ribbon work has been around for centuries to adorn homes. Here are a few Victorian items to make using ribbon work you are sure to enjoy.
  
  
• Rice Embroidery
  If you like White Embroidery, then Rice Embroidery will interest you. This elegant embroidery is about texture instead of color.
  
  
• Rococo Embroidery
  The term Rococo Embroidery applies to the type of forms and styles of the Rocco period. This style of embroidery is beautiful for table and bed linens as well as large pieces of work.
  
  
• Seed Embroidery
  Sachets, handbags, and fire screens made out of embroidery using various seeds? It’s true. Seed Embroidery was practiced in Victorian era Germany but not elsewhere. Here’s the info.
  
  
• Straw Embroidery
  Straw Embroidery was a type of embroidery Victorians were interested in using. Have you used any straw in your embroidery lately?
  
  
• Swiss Embroidery
  Swiss embroidery is known by many different names such as Irish Work, Madeira Work, and Broderie Anglaise.
  
  
• Tinsel Embroidery
  Tinsel Embroidery is worked upon net, tulle, and thin muslin materials, and is an imitation of the Turkish Embroideries.
  
  
• Towelling Embroidery
  Towelling embroidery was very popular in the late 1880s. Learn how to embroider your towels for that true Victorian touch.
  
  
• Tulle Embroidery
  Tulle Embroidery is a true Victorian style embroidery. Simple to do using just Tulle, floss, and a simple pattern. Give it a try!
  
  
• Venetian Embroidery
  Venetian Embroidery takes its name from Venetian lace, owing to a certain similarity in its general appearance. It resembles Roman Work and Strasbourg Embroidery, but is lighter than either in effect.
  
  
• Venetian Long Stitch Embroidery
  Venetian Long Stitch Embroidery is the old-fashioned description of Worsted Work worked on open canvas.
  
  
• Wallachian Embroidery
  Wallachian embroidery was quite popular because it was inexpensive and easy to do. Its principal characterizing feature is the simple button-hole-stitch.

Patchwork
Patchwork has been around for a long time. It can be one of the most beautiful artistic endeavors a needleworker can do. Are you ready to try one of these wonderful authentic Victorian patterns?

• Patchwork Patterns
  Victorian Patchwork Patterns are often made from geometrical figures but can be made as elaborate as the worker likes. You will find some wonderful vintage patterns here.
  
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  • Applique Patchwork
    Applique Patchwork, also known as Puzzle Patchwork, is useful for using up odds and ends of materials. Are you ready to try this?
    
    
  • Check Patchwork Pattern
    The Check patchwork pattern is one of the easiest pattern to use. Give it a try.
    
    
  • Crazy Patchwork
    Crazy Patchwork, often called crazy quilting , Victorian Style. Here is how Victorian ladies made and used their Crazy Patchwork pieces.
    
    
  • Diamond Patchwork
    Diamond Patchwork is the second most popular patchwork pattern. You will not only find illustrations and instruction on how to piece this type of patchwork together, but also see how you can make your own piano stool patchwork cover.
    
    
  • Honeycomb or Hexagon Patchwork Pattern
    Honeycomb or Hexagon Patchwork Pattern is one of the most commonly used patterns for Patchwork. See all the beautiful variations here.
    
    
  • Loghouse Patchwork Pattern
    The Victorian Loghouse Patchwork Pattern, also known as Canadian Patchwork, is similar to the Loghouse patchwork pattern many of us know. The Victorian version uses ribbons instead of pieces of cloth.
    
    
  • Right Angles Patchwork
    Right Angles Patchwork is much the same as that of the Box Pattern, but in this case, the diamonds forming the design are cut away, so as to form a number of right angles. ">
    
    
  • Tinted Patchwork
    Tinted patchwork was a new variety of patchwork in 1887. It is made with four shades of hexagons arranged to forms stars, rosettes, and other shapes.
    
    
  • Twist Patchwork
    Twist patchwork is a truly Victorian pattern that has the appearance of long narrow patches twisting or interlacing each other and twine around the squares and cubes.

Embroidery Materials
The final results of your project depend on the quality of products you use. Top quality embroidery materials are requisite. Learn more here!

Fabrics
Don't know one fabric from another? Here is a list of vintage embroidery fabrics, each with a brief description, that were more generally used for decorative purposes in 1902.

• Canvas
  The final results of your project depend on the quality of products you use. Top quality embroidery materials are requisite. Learn more here!

Crochet

Crochet
There are few things more Victorian than crochet. Find anything you wanted to know about vintage crochet HERE!

• Crochet Instructions
  Find authentic victorian crochet instructions here with wonderful illustrations to help you learn to crochet.
  
  
• List of Abbreviations
  You will find a "cheat sheet" of crochet abbreviations for today's crochet patterns.
  
  
• Victorian Abbreviations
  Here are Victorian abbreviations and explanations of terms for knitting and crocheting Victorian ladies used.
  
  
• Free Victorian Crochet Pattern
  FREE Victorian Crochet Pattern for you! Authentic 1895 pattern. Give it a try!
  

Knitting

Knitting
Vintage Victorian knitting information for you to use to make your very own AUTHENTIC Victorian knitwear.

Clipart

• Clipart - Victorian Angels
  Free Victorian Clip Art of Angels is available here, just for you!
  
  
  Clipart - Free Victorian BordersThese free Victorian borders will add a finishing touch to your Victorian Craft project. Great for all types of crafts as well as embroidery projects.
  
  
• Clipart - Children and Women
  Need some free Victorian clipart of children or women? You have come to the right place. Check out all the Victorian freebies here!
  
  
• Clipart - Halloween
  If you do Victorian Halloween crafts, you have probably had a need for Victorian clipart to put the finishing touches on it. Here you will find something that will be just what you need.
  
  
• Clipart - Kate Greenaway
  Look! Here is some great Kate Greenaway clipart. Who does not love the quaintness of this Victorian artist? Check it out here!

Crafts

Crafts
Find authentic Victorian crafts here! Use the very same instructions and illustrations used by the ladies of the Victorian era.

Victorian Inspired Crafts
Find beautiful Victorian inspired crafts that you can make quickly and easily. You never know what you might find here!

Victorian Decor

Victorian Decor
Victorian home decor is a special look that anyone can achieve. With the proper know-how, items can be made that will make any room wonderfully victorian. Check it out!

• Window Draperies
  Victorian draperies were an important decorating element to the home. Find authentic illustrations and instructions on Victorian draperies and curtains here.
  
  
  • Window Draperies, Part 2
    If you are looking for information and instructions on true Victorian drapes or window curtains, you have found it. Take a look.
    
    
  • Window Draperies, Part 3
    Authentic Victorian information and instructions about Victorian drapery or window curtains, just waiting for you.
    
  • Victorian Portieres
    Victorian Portieres – Beware! Using the wrong type can totally destroy the look of your room. Learn the how, when, and where of portiere uses.
    
    
• Fireplace Mantel Lambrequins
  Victorian fireplace mantel lambrequin instructions! Make your fireplace a beautiful focal point just like Victorian women did.
  
  
• Lucky Bracket (Shelf)
  This Lucky Bracket (shelf) is a perfect craft accessory that will bring luck to you and your family or so Victorian ladies believed. Give it a try. We all could use a little good luck, right?
  
  
• Portable Ivy Screen
  This wonderful idea allows you to bring the outdoors in and have the luxury of moving it where it best suits you or your room.
  
  

Special Designs

Special Designs
These special designs are complete directions on how to embroider specific fruits, flowers, and more!

• Calla Lily
  The calla lily made in raised embroidery is like none other. Besides using embroidery, wire screen is used to give dimension. Truly unique and a must try.
  
  
• How to Embroider the Carnation
  It may look easy to embroider the carnation but they can be tricky. The task can be made easier if one follows the instructions given here.
  
  
• How to Embroider the Chrysanthemum
  Learn the fine points on how to embroider the Chrysanthemum. Details so fine you almost have to look twice to see they are not real!
  
  
• How to Embroider the Daisy
  Daisies are such wonderful flowers. They are light, bright and breezy. Daisies make just about everyone happy by just looking at them. Embroider the daisy on an oft used item to bright your day!
  
  
• How to Embroider the Dogwood Blossom
  The Dogwood pattern included here was created specifically for hand embroidery and the instructions with it was designed with beginner embroiderers in mind.
  
  
• How to Embroider the Scotch Thistle
  The Scotch Thistle pattern was an favorite of Victorian women. This pattern was created specifically for hand embroidery and the instructions with it were designed with beginner embroiderers in mind.
  
  
• Goldenrod Raised Embroidery
  The Golden Rod (goldenrod) in raised embroidery would be a great addition to any decorative embroidery item you can make. See how this raised embroidery flower can add extra dimension to your project.
  
  
• How to Embroider the Holly
  Learn the tricks Victorian ladies used to embroider the Holly. It can be a little tricky, but with these instructions, you project will look amazingly life-like.
  
  
• The Snowball - A Victorian favorite flower
  Snowballs, a popular Victorian flower, use a unique raised embroidery technique. Fluffy and 3-dimensional, they are something you will want to try.
  
  
• How to Embroider the Strawberry
  Learn to embroider the strawberry and make realistic looking strawberries using these original Victorian instructions. The results will be fantastic!
  
  
• How to Embroider the Sweet Pea
  Here you will find an authentic Victorian directions and illustrations for embroidering the beautiful Sweet Pea.
  
  
• Tiger Lily
  The Tiger Lily and Japan Lily lend themselves to raised effects admirably, and are easily made. See for yourself.
  
  
• Coronation Rose Embroidery
  Use Coronation Rose Embroidery to make beautiful roses with coronation braid and French knots.
  
  
• Rambler Rose Embroidery
  Love embroidery? Love Roses? Have the best of both worlds. Using this Rambler Rose embroidery to any project will definitely make it special!
  
  
• Victorian Borders to Embroider
  Add a beautiful border to your linens with ease. Use just a few very simple stitches to create an embroidered piece you can enjoy for years to come.

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