Resources

ONLINE CLASSES

The Royal School of Needlework
Expertise in hand embroidery from qualified Royal School of Needlework tutors directly to you, wherever you’re located. HD video lessons and interactive online learning. Crewel, blackwork, goldwork, whitework, silk shading, canvaswork! All from the comfort of your home.

Hand & Lock Embroidery Hand & Lock’s rich history dates back to 1767 when M. Hand, a young Huguenot refugee from France, arrived in London and began selling lace to military tailors. As his reputation grew, M. Hand expanded his business to include the design and manufacture of military badges and uniform accoutrements. His expertise in embellishing officers’ dress uniforms, which required precision and craftsmanship, quickly made M. Hand & Co. a trusted name among Savile Row and military tailors—a relationship that endures over 250 years later.

Hand & Lock is not just a hub of expert craftsmanship but also a global ambassador for the fine art of embroidery. Through workshops and educational programs worldwide, the team remains committed to promoting quality British craftsmanship and passing down the timeless skills of embroidery to future generations.

Here you will find online courses with Goldwork, Beading and Couture Embroidery. Check out the website…

ONLINE HELP AND INSPIRATION

Most of these sites maintain a presence on multiple platforms, including Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, and others.

Yarn Tree Cross Stitch Calculator

Fiber Talk
Includes podcasts with interviews of designers and stitchers from around the world. There is also a YouTube channel with stitch-a-longs, tutorials, and more. Hosted by Gary Parr and Vonna Pfeiffer.

Pintangle
Pintangle’s focus is on hand embroidery and crazy quilting. Here you will find tutorials, free patterns, stitch instructions and tips, as well as eye candy! Take a look at TAST (Take a Stitch Tuesday).

DMC
Most are acquainted with DMC thread, but check out this site for kits, fabric, accessories, an embroidery stitch guide, and new products.

Krenik Threads
Known especially for metallic threads, Krenik offers an incredible variety for any kind of needlework or craft. The site also offers over 500 free patterns!