William Morris Dove & Rose Handmade Embroidered Journal

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Elevate your journaling experience with our Embroidered Journal – Rejoice in the Lord, a perfect blend of art and faith. Weight

I’ve had this embroidery starter kit for literally years and it’s just been taking up space in my WorkBox 3.0 craft cabinet, so I might as well finally put it to use. These can be used to decorate the embroidery hoop itself and/or keep the fabric tighter in the hoop

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The inside of your journal cover is probably exposed to the raw edges of the fabric. To get rid of this, you can cut out some pieces of fabric and cardboard. If you already have a smaller embroidery hoop, you could of course use it and just move the fabric around in your hoop as you work through the months/sections. Many stitchers created embroidery journals that were essentially visual diaries representing their daily activities across a single year. This method of embroidery journal is perhaps the most personal. No two could possibly be alike, as it reflects personal experience, and it’s “written” in a visual language that can only be understood by the stitcher. Start with the top and bottom edges. Then, the left and right edges. Finally, you may want to give the edges a professional touch by creasing the triangle into the corners.

What makes these journals truly remarkable is the artistry that goes into their design. The larger parts of the art are masterfully embroidered onto the cover, creating a tactile and visually stunning effect. Meanwhile, the finer details are expertly printed, ensuring a harmonious blend of texture and design. Once your hoop size is set, you need to decide how you want your journal to be designed or laid out. If you have a Silhouette or Cricut machine, you could even make your own out of cereal boxes (really!) For those that are just now discovering what an embroidery journal is for the first time, let me break it down for you. Once a day, I add an icon to my embroidery journal. This icon will be in some shape or form related to my day. It may be something I did, how I was feeling, somewhere I went, or even something I ate that day. Basically, it can be anything I want it to be as long as it relates to my day. Before we look at some beautiful creations, let’s go through how to make journal covers. This guide is essential for people who are new to the craft.

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After seeing this article last fall, I knew that finally giving hand embroidery a try was my next pursuit! Before starting this embroidery journal on New Year’s Day, I knew nothing about fabrics, threads, needles, hoops or any of the stuff in that avoided-with-wonderment craft department. Whether you gift it to a loved one or keep it for yourself, this journal is a precious keepsake that invites you to rejoice in the simple act of writing and in the abundant blessings of faith. Cut out two pieces of cardboard about an inch smaller than your journal cover. Then, cut out two pieces of fabric about an inch or two more extensive than the cardboard size. Once you find your desired fabric, the first step is to open your notebook or journal widely on the fabric. Set it in the middle and mark a rectangle 2 inches wider than your notebook. Then, cut along the rectangle.

Open up your journal and paint both sides simultaneously. Make sure it’s dry before adding any more decorations. Usually, this may take 2-4 hours of waiting. Or you could just wait till the next day to continue. I’m using what is probably the most common embroidery journal design: a pie template divided into twelve monthly sections with the year in the center. However this does not stop us stitching and this week I am excited to share with you a little stitch along (sort of) idea that I have been working on. It promises to keep you occupied during isolation or if you have lots of other projects on the go you can do this in between or save it for later. Mini Embroidery JournalI’m using a 12-inch plastic hoop and recommend that you don’t go much smaller than that since you’ll need to fit a lot of small icons, plus all the other parts of your design.

I love this marker and eraser set and also this air-erasable pen, but there are others that erase with water or heat Are you the type who likes to own personalized things? The type that likes the idea of journals unique to your personality? Square of fabric – I use 100% cotton, but the measurements completely depends on the size of your hoop. I would suggest having your fabric square being at least 4 inches larger than your hoop. If your hoop is a 12 inch hoop, I would suggest your fabric square being at least 16″x16″ large. This will give you 2 inches leeway on either side of your hoop.

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Measuring 5.75 inches in width, 8.375 inches in height, and .625 inches in depth, these journals are the perfect size to carry with you or keep on your desk. They are a tangible expression of your faith and a wonderful way to infuse spirituality into your daily life. Rejoice in the Lord as you journal your thoughts, prayers, and reflections in this beautiful Embroidered Journal. It serves as a constant reminder to find joy in your faith journey and to celebrate the Lord’s presence in your life. However, since I’m a crafty gal (ahem, I do have a DIY blog, after all), I’m always on the hunt for a fun new hobby or skill to learn. To add flair to your felt design, you can add small decorative items, embroidery, glitter, or other materials that can be glued or sewn on the felt.