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Embroidery and sewing

Needlework and sewing has been a part of #LRCrafts, as standalone DIYs as well as part of multi-technique crafts, since 2016.

Also, needle crafts are Rici’s main projects.

The first approach to embroidery was related to the making of historical garments: we wanted to make a machine-made tunic seem more historical with hand-stitches. The first project was such a fun that more and more followed.

Then, to make proper historical attire, Rici got into hand sewing , while Locutus used his machine sewing skills, acquired with her seamstress grandmother. 

Don’t miss a special helpful list of embroidery and stitching shops all around the world, from crafters to crafters.

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Project ideas

Looking for some crafting inspiration? You’ve landed in our project idea hub, where we showcase our embroidery and sewing projects.

Dive into the stories behind our projects, from concept to completion, as we share the creative journey.

We hope these tales of our crafting adventures will spark your own imaginative ideas and set your next project into motion.

Tutorials and patterns

Need a guiding hand for your next crafting endeavor? We’ve got you covered with our tutorials and patterns.

Dive into the practical side of our projects as we break down the steps, sharing the ins and outs of our crafting process. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting, our aim is to make the creative journey smoother for you.

Find clear, concise instructions, complete with photos, and downloadable patterns.

Historical reenactment

Our journey into embroidery and sewing kicked off with a nod to history. Our very first projects were all about historical reenactments.

We dived into creating period costumes and capturing the vibe of historical events with our needles and threads.

These early ventures not only helped us sharpen our skills, but also sparked a genuine interest in weaving history into fabric. Come along as we tell you about our historical reenactment journey – where every stitch was a step into the past.

Vintage sewing machines

We are the proud owners of vintage sewing machines: a Singer 15 from 1933 and a Dietrich-Vesta made before 1935. Find out their history and resources about similar vintage machines.

If you own a Singer, you can search our Singer database: just input the serial number to find out info such as the model, year of production, factory where it was made.

Embroidery and needlework shops all over the world

I am continually updating a list of embroidery and stitching shops all over the world.
The goal is to provide a carefully curated resource for fellow crafters seeking local needlepoint shops (LNS).

This collection lists traditional brick-and-mortar stores, as well as online sellers and occasional gems, like annual fairs.

Each entry is a recommendation from the crafting community: more than 50 embroiderers have contributed so far, adding their personal opinion on the listed shops.

Enjoy also a complete map of the physical stores, to easily find the one nearest you.

Total shops listed: 226
Countries: 22
Reviewers: 110

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