Embroidery
Not all embroidery is the same
What nine months of embroidery study taught me about thread choices, small sequins, seed beads, and the importance of sampling a design.
Ornamentico shop handmade jewelry ideas
New ideas of jewelry crafting.
Match & Stitch
Why we checked our DMC and Anchor matches a third time
A handmade thread stand, a colorimeter, and a third manual check. Here’s why we’re taking another close look at DMC, Anchor, and Miyuki before the website goes live.
Match & Stitch
One Floral Idea Two Color Directions
A simple studio exercise shows how the same floral motif can support a quiet mauve direction or a vivid blue one.
Handmade jewelry tutorial
How to Make a 3D Beaded Water Lily
Make a 3D beaded water lily with padded felt lily pads, chain-stitchoutlines, and bead couching in this step-by-step tutorial.
Match & Stitch
Before Match & Stitch, There Were Beads
Match & Stitch began with a bead obsession. See how Miyuki Delica colors, finishes, and haute couture embroidery shaped the concept behind the tool.
