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Curated Clicks: Tutorials, Releases & Stitchy News
Here’s a quick, curated scroll of what caught my eye this month — tutorials from talented creators, fresh releases, and a few stitchy industry updates. These are mostly outbound links so you can jump straight to the original source (and support the creators behind them). Expect a mix of tutorials, tools/apps, creator videos, and noteworthy releases.
- DMC shared a new collection of free embroidery patterns to reinforce worn areas of your knitwear
- Katherine’s Krafts shared an Instagram Reel on how to use Canva to create your own embroidery patterns
- Anthropologie is now carrying kits from embroidery designer and artist Kate Wyatt: Anthropologie, Kate’s Instagram, Kate’s website
- Penny Dowdell has a book coming out February 2026, and it’s called Embroidered Interiors: Stitch 11 Charming Spaces
- If you’re new to hand embroidery, check out Sew Simple Home on YouTube with their beginner playlist
Fresh Reads: New Stitching Books & Magazine Issues
If you like to stitch from books, magazines, and print-style inspiration, this section is for you — these are the newest reads I spotted for January.
New book: Crewelwork Then & Now
by Phillipa Turnbull & Hazel Blomkamp
Widely available on Amazon and more, or checkout their website
Fan Favorites: Most-Loved Designs This Month
Not everything worth stitching is a brand-new release — these are designs makers or shops highlighted as their most-loved or most-popular right now.
Summerhouse Sewing says 4 Spring is their most popular PDF pattern
Available in their Etsy shop
New Hand Embroidery Designs
Here are the new patterns and kit releases I’ve spotted for January — a mix of PDFs, kits, and fresh launches.
Quick Links
New here, or looking for something specific? Start with these quick links — my best hand embroidery guides, resources, stitch con info, and handy archives, all in one spot.
- Resources: Tips and Tutorials
- Hand Embroidery for Beginners: Your First Stitches, Supplies & Simple Project Ideas
Off the Hoop: Latest Posts
A little side-quest inspiration — fashion crossovers, unexpected needlework moments, and fun finds:
- Needlepoint Community Buzz: The Fendi Stitchable Bag — And Custom Design, Too
- Craft Club Co Makes It Easy and Accessible to Try a New Fiber Craft
- Crochet Meets Couture: The Prada Safety Pin Controversy
