Woven bars • Hardanger
on 19th April 2021
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Hardanger: learn how to stitch a woven bar
Stem stitch
on 19th March 2021
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Learn how to use stem stitch to stitch a line, an outline, and to fill that outline.
Chip work
on 19th February 2021
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Goldwork: learn how to use Bright Check Purl to fill a chip work area.
Couching • Pearl purl
on 28th September 2020
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Goldwork: learn how to couch Pearl purl
Couching • Japan thread
on 28th September 2020
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Goldwork: learn how to couch Japan threads
What’s new… 20.06
on 17th June 2020
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Featuring a brand new “Skill Levels” filter to help narrow down your search!
Closed Buttonhole stitch
on 13th May 2020
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Learn how to stitch a row of closed buttonhole stitches
How to select the right needle for the job
on 29th April 2020
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Find out which needle to use for what stitch
Rainbow World ♥ Freebie
on 27th April 2020
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Free Mini Pattern – stitch this mini Rainbow World bunting
Stitching on a budget?
on 20th March 2020
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How to stitch for less & keep the costs down
Diamond Eyelet stitch
on 3rd March 2020
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Learn how to stitch a Diamond eyelet stitch – with and without a sequin
New “Quick Challenge” series
on 27th February 2020
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Find out more about my brand new “Masterclass” series in the World of Cross-Stitching magazine, starting this month!
Long and Short stitch
on 7th February 2020
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Learn how to stitch Long and Short stitch
Rhodes Butterfly stitch
on 27th January 2020
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Learn how to stitch a Rhodes Butterfly
Round Eyelet stitch
on 3rd January 2020
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Learn how to stitch a round eyelet stitch, with and without a sequin
Ribbed Spiderweb stitch
on 2nd January 2020
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Learn how to stitch a Ribbed Spiderweb stitch
Why stitch on 32ct linen?
on 6th November 2019
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Find out why most of my patterns recommend 32ct linen, and what to do if you want to stitch them on a different type of fabric.
What’s new… 19.11
on 4th November 2019
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Videos, Pattern updates, and Commissions porfolio…
Anthea SAL’s very own Blog Post
on 1st August 2019
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Tips & advice for the Anthea SAL
Backstitch with 6 strands
on 29th April 2019
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Learn how to make your backstitch look really neat when stitching with all 6 strands of cotton.
Biscornu Tutorial
on 26th February 2018
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Learn how to finish a biscornu into a wedding ring cushion.
Knots: French vs Colonial
on 3rd July 2017
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Compare both techniques – which one is your favourite?
Card Tutorial
on 9th May 2017
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Learn how to finish a stitched card without an aperture card.
How to cut linen in a straight line
on 4th May 2017
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If you’re finding that you go cross-eyed when you try to cut a straight line through your linen, then this is a great tip to help you get there without any headache or accidents 😉 You’ll just need: a pair of scissors (I … Read More
What’s a biscornu?
on 28th March 2017
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I’ve been asked this question so often that it’s high time I should go into a detailed answer rather than just a quick one. But what we all really want to know is what on earth you’re supposed to do with them! … Read More
Hoop Tutorial
on 14th March 2017
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Learn how to frame your needlework into a beautiful hoop.
How to iron your stitching, when it’s embellished with beads
on 7th March 2017
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Beads are soooo pretty ♥, but when it comes to ironing your stitching, they can turn quite ugly and spoil the effect if you don’t go about it carefully. Here’s how to keep your beads perfectly upright 🙂 You’ll need: … Read More
How to sew on the centrepiece of a biscornu
on 28th February 2017
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Have you ever sewn a crystal or a button in the centre of a biscornu…? If so, then chances are you’ve experienced the frustration of 2 hands being insufficient to pinch the biscornu down AND stitch the centrepiece on tight enough! Here’s a way … Read More
How to stitch the outline of a biscornu
on 7th February 2017
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If you’re stitching something that has to be assembled biscornu style, and you hate having to count those endless stitches to make sure your square IS STILL a square by the time it’s done, then here’s a really cool trick for you! … Read More
How to stop a lone stitch
on 31st January 2017
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If you’ve ever had to stitch a pesky stitch that stands like a Billy No-Mates in the middle of nowhere, you’ll know how tricky it is to start and stop it, without having anywhere to anchor your thread to. Here’s … Read More
The Loop Method
on 16th January 2017
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If you have to stitch with 2 strands of cotton and you want to start a new thread without it showing at all, you need to try the loop method! You know when you’ve got to stitch 1 stitch in the middle … Read More
How to apply interfacing… without risking your iron’s life!
on 30th November 2016
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If you want to apply fusible interfacing with complete piece of mind, you need to use baking paper. Yep, that’s right. Baking paper. Have you ever seen what the sole of an iron looks like if it’s been accidentally applied to … Read More
Can I sell Faby Reilly Designs stitched models…?
on 9th September 2016
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This is a question that I’ve often been asked. Usually you want to sell my designs for charity events. (Thank you so much to all those of you who have written to me to ask me for permission – I really … Read More