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    Feb 16, 2022 3 minutes

    YOUR BASIC EMBROIDERY KIT

    For the majority of the projects in this issue you will need the following items. There are different types available, so read on to choose the correct materials for each project.

    Fabric

    Thread

    Needles

    Scissors

    Embroidery hoop

    Transfer pens/pencils

    FABRIC

    Embroidery can be worked on a wide variety of fabrics or ready-made items. It’s best to choose fabrics with a fairly smooth surface as heavily-textured surfaces will prevent the stitches from lying flat. For beginners, it’s best to start with a 100% plain-weave cotton.

    When choosing fabric,

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