Berlin Work Embroidery Stitches from an 1867 Godey’s Lady’s Book and Magazine

by Debra // 11/01/2013 // 1 Comment

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS (Vintage Textile and Needlework Sellers) Fan Freebie where we share all types of vintage needlework patterns. These stitches are taken from an 1867 Godey’s Lady’s Book and Magazine. The parentheses are mine. The color threads,... Continue reading →

Lace Wonderful Lace!! Vintage Article on Bohemian Lace

by Debra // 06/28/2013 // No Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! Who doesn’t love lace? Lace of all kinds, shapes and colors. Today I’m featuring an article from a 1914 Home Needlework Magazine about Bohemian Lace and how it’s made. This article features using... Continue reading →

Swedish Weaving Guest Towel Pattern – Fan Freebie Friday

by Debra // 06/14/2013 // No Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS (Vintage Textile and Needlework Sellers) Fan Freebie! Are you having company this summer? Whether it’s family or friends, this Swedish Weaving pattern done on colorful Guest Towels will impress. Start with an even weave fabric... Continue reading →

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Borders Made from Basic Embroidery Stitches

by Debra // 04/12/2013 // 3 Comments

Welcome to this Friday’s VTNS Fan Freebie! With Mother’s Day approaching we thought sharing some basic embroidery stitches for borders may come in handy. These embroidered borders can be used to embellish a hankie, blouse or towel to give as... Continue reading →

A Butterfly, A New Beginning, A New Year

by Debra // 01/04/2013 // 1 Comment

Welcome to the first VTNS (Vintage Textile and Needlework Sellers) Fan Freebie Friday of the new year! We’ve had a lot of fun sharing these patterns with you over the past year and look forward to sharing many more this... Continue reading →

Beginner’s Guide on How to Embroider Holly

by Debra // 12/07/2012 // No Comments

Embroidered Holly During the holiday season, all over the world branches of bright green holly with pretty red berries adorn our homes as a decoration. This week’s freebie will show you how to embellish an item with embroidered holly. Home... Continue reading →

Vintage Colonial Woman Free Embroidery Transfer Pattern – VTNS Fan Freebie Friday

by Debra // 08/17/2012 // 3 Comments

Welcome to the VTNS Fan Freebie Friday pattern! Today we are sharing some information on a tried and true needlework art form that’s been around a long time, embroidery transfers. Some even dating back to the 16th century. Examples of... Continue reading →

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