Hi there! I'm 81 years and kinda new to embroidery so I ordered a kit and started working on a satin stitch.It turned out horrible so started searching and I found your site.
I'm in 🥰. Thank you
Sarah says:
Dear Brenda, Keep practicing it will come! Hope you are enjoying the videos and more importantly your new hobby
xxx
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Hi, I'm new to embroidery and discovered your videos on YouTube. They are a fantastic tool to help get started. The stitches can seem really daunting but you manage to show them and explain them in such a clear and concise way that I've managed to get started with a bit more confidence. I particularly love all the tips as you go along too. So thank you for helping me fall in love with hand embroidery. P.S. I adore your cat popping in to say hello too!
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind comments Emma, I'm glad you are enjoying learning embroidery and are finding the videos helpful! Keep watching, more on the way! x
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Just discovered your videos. I love them! Learning so much. Thank you
Sarah says:
Thanks for watching Sandie! Do give them a thumbs up if you like them so more people get to see them
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I just want to thank you for your wonderful resource which i found by chance on You Tube. I am looking after my husband who is in the first stages of dementia and other related health problems and during lockdown I took an online course in exploring textiles through TextileArtists.com which introduced me to the joys of online learning. Having grown in confidence, I have explored embroidery as an extension of the simple stitches I learned and have been overwhelmed by the number of channels I found. I( was fortunate to have a short respite break recently and visited the Great Tapestry of Scotland which has given me even more incentive to embroider.) Your channel has been the most consistent and as it also give me the chance to buy resources as well, it has saved me a lot of heartache trying to get good quality products to enable me to practice this new skill. In particular fabric. So thank you. As a cat lover, the bonus is seeing the wonderful connection you have with your cats and although I am no longer a cat owner myself, I can so relate to the way they place themselves right in the middle of your work time and space. It makes me chuckle. I am also so appreciative of your free designs, which together with your very clear tutorials are helping me to begin to master stitches. I just wanted you to know how much this free content is appreciated and I hope that in the future I shall be able to support you even more. Kind regards Barbara
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind words Barbara, I'm glad you are enjoying the channel and resources we have and have discovered something to help you through difficult times. The pandemic has opened up a whole new world of learning online so it's good to know something good has come out of all this. Lots more content to come, so do keep watching and if you can give the videos a thumbs up that will help other people to see them also! x
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I discovered your videos and for the last 3 days and have been immersed in them. Just starting out as I have never done this before. At 70, and a beginner, never too old to learn a new skill. Thank you very much. Your videos are wonderful and I love when your kitty gets in the shots. I also had a ginger kitty I rescued at 2 weeks old and kept. Thank you again. Your videos are truly inspirational.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback, definitely never to late to learn a new skill Dory! Do check out my beginners Embroidery page on the website if you haven't seen it, lots of useful information and videos to get you started, you can see it here:
https://www.sarahhomfray.com/beginners-embroidery.html
We love Ginger Cats!
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I found your YouTube videos about a month ago when looking for instructions for a embroidery boarder and your account was in my recommended listing, been watching many of your older videos and been enjoying them a lot.
I have been embroidering for over 40 years and it’s funny how after all these years I still find something new to learn every time lol
I love your calm approach when demonstrating in your videos and all without that loud music in the background, looking forward to watching more of your videos.
Sarah says:
Thank you Angela, glad you found me and are enjoying the videos! It's the same for me too, thank goodness wi we will never run out of things to learn, then what would we do! I've just discovered magic paper...(video coming!)
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I really enjoy watching your video/tutorials. I enjoy seeing your work and learning something new each time I watch.
I notice you don't appear to use a thimble. I need to use a thimble but find it extremely awkward. Is there a technique to using or growing accustomed to using a thimble? My fingertip would appreciate the help.
Sarah says:
I don't use one Michelle for the same reason as you so I'm not the right person to ask! You can buy leather ones which are more flexible and sometimes if I'm doing something fine and the needle keeps sticking in me, I just put a sticking plaster on...
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I really enjoy watching your embroidery tutorials! They explain how to do stitches better than any I have found so far. I have taken up embroidery, again, as a way to pass the time. Thank you for your YouTube videos.
Sarah says:
Thank you for watching Laura, and supporting our channel, glad you are enjoying them!
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Sarah, I am inspired with your videos. I love the way you give instructions so much that they make me feel I could be capable of embroidering as beautifully as you do. I follow you almost every day.
I wanted to ask you, how do you paint your fabric? There is a video where you show a sample and it looks great, But do not show how to do it. Do you think you could make a video to show how did you paint your fabrics. I would appreciate it very very much.
Sincerely,
Soledad Luciano
Sarah says:
There is a video coming up on how to paint backgrounds Soledad, but there is one here I did with my sister Caroline which you might enjoy!
https://youtu.be/vAgqi3r7J0Q
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You are a delight Mz Sarah.. I enjoy you very much. You are also an excellent teacher. I like that your videos include the cat. I am pleased with my stitches when I first start a project and then about half way I make some irreversable mistake that is quite discouraging. I will not quit. So I really am grateful for what your videos show, your calm voice that is not rushed, the ability to stop and rewind and start again and again. I really like to embroider and wish I didn't have any other task keeping me from it.
Iva
Sarah says:
I wish I didn't have other tasks to keep my from stitching too Iva! Glad you are enjoying the videos, thank you for watching and supporting our channel
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Dearest Sarah,
I just wanted to tell you Thank you for helping me to find the desire to start embroidery once again. I actually started embroidery back when I was 10 or 11 years old. Seems I always had a hoop in my hand until I was about 14. Then other things got in the way, as it usually does for a teenager. Back then I think I only knew 3 or so stitches. Well now here I am a few days before 56th birthday and finding that Im really falling in love with embroidery. Thank You again !
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind words Jen, I'm glad I'm able to help you rediscover your love of embroidery!
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Just found your tutorial! Wonderful instructions. Haven’t done in years already learnt new stitches and tips thank you!
Sarah Says:
Glad you are enjoying Joyce, do check out all our other videos, we have hundreds!
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I love your show. I have learned a great deal from you. Say to your Cats for me.
Sarah says:
Thank you Nancy! I'll give them an extra cuddle!
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I am so enjoying your tutorials. I embroidered with my grandmother as a child, but concentrated primarily on cross-stitch when it became very popular in the 80's. Now I have great niece and Id like to embroider them an heirloom pedigree chart. Your tutorials are helping me remember so many of the stitches my grandmother showed me in the early 60's. Thank you for sharing your talent so beautifully. Sincerely, Marcia R. Sasser
Canton, Georgia USA
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind commets Marcia, I'm glad the videos are helping to jog your memory and remember your grandmother also at the same time. In my own small way, like your grandmother, I'm doing what I can to make sure these skills are passed on to future generations! Thank you for watching and supporting our channel by doing so.
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Thank you for creating your videos and teaching how to embroider. I am amazed at how easy you have made the lessons. So many stitches, so much to learn. I subscribed to and will continue to watch your videos. I appreciate your dedication to teaching us the skill of embroidery. 😘😉
Sarah says:
Thank you Ann for your kind feedback. I'm glad you are enjoying the videos, there are more to come so keep watching!
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Sarah your videos have changed my embroidery life. Thank you so much. Love that you get right to business and not a lot of chatter.
Sarah says:
Thank you Sally, I'm glad you are enjoying them!
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Hi Sarah (and members), I found your website when I was searching for something else (as you do 😁) , and I stopped searching to look at one, then two, then three, of your hand embroidery teaching videos. Pretty soon, I was thinking maybe I CAN do more embroidery, other than the blanket stitch I use on my appliqued quilt blocks.
Ive tried hand embroidery before, without a lot of success, but I would like to have another go at it. Just something small-ish to begin with.
I found your videos very easy to follow, and I like the embroidery tips you also offer. I am yet to check out your entire website, but have already found the free teapot design, which I think I'll make my first project.
Thank you for your inspiration!
Cheers
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback Myra; If you have already mastered blanket stitch then you have all the skills you need to do more embroidery! Most of the free designs have accompanying videos and do check out the beginner's embroidery page on our website for lots of useful information and reminders!
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Hi Sarah,
I love your videos! Your voice is so soothing and you give such clear instructions- it's like being taught by a very patient friend. I turned to embroidery to calm anxiety and it's been doing wonders, but I almost chucked it before I even started because other videos I watched had terrible music, bad sound, vague instructions...then I happened on your channel.
Thank you so very much- for sharing your talent with such quality and care.
Sarah says:
Thank you Tanya and I'm glad you didn't give up! I think you might like the video on Mindful embroidery, do check it out! x
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Hi Sarah,
My mother, who was an excellent stitcher, taught me the basics of embroidery, but I wasn’t a very good pupil. 50 years later I’ve finally got the bug! I’ve really enjoyed watching your videos on YouTube and learnt so much. Thank you!
Sarah says:
That's a great story Carole, you got there when you were ready!
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Have done one little kit and was surprised as it turned out quite well and am about to start your kite project. Have tried a lot of crafts including lace making but have already found the goldwork a bit addictive, hence am about to order the golden daisy kit before it goes out of stock! Thank you for such in depth, clear videos free online, brilliant service!
Jacquie
South Molton
North Devon
Sarah says:
Thank Jacquie! Glad you are enjoying the goldwork, it is a unique form of embroidery!
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Hi, I'm new to this side of crafting I do a lot of knitting and crochet normally. I've just bought a tambour kit so starting from scratch with your very helpful videos. Fingers crossed I can master it.
Sarah says:
Take time to do the initial practice bits Jenny, tambour can take a bit to get the hang of so learn to tambour walk before you tambour run! Have Fun!
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Just wanted to pop by to say thank you for all the videos you've posted, and the lovely patterns. I love to learn and find your videos are as enjoyable and relaxing as embroidery itself! Thank you for sharing your skills.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback Sherry, glad you are enjoying the videos!
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Hi from the Pacific Islands!
Nice, thorough videos.
Sarah says:
Thank you Rachaell!
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Good morning,
I have very little experience and want to add lettering to a finished baby quilt. My sister made a beautiful quilt for my daughter when she was born. 30 years later, my daughter just had a baby and I want to add her daughters name and birthday to the existing lettering on the quilt. Could you suggest a stitch that wouldn't show on the back of the blanket. (please refer to a video, if you so happen to have one)
Thanks so much!
Nora
Sarah says:
You can work many stitches so they don't show Nora, use a running method rather than an up and down through the fabric method. I explain it in this video here:
https://youtu.be/rPR5rAGEIOc
Jump forward to 14 minutes 20 seconds
If you use this method you can then choose which stitch you would like to do
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Hi Sarah
Thank you for your tutorial videos. You are fantastic at showing us how to.
I’m just getting back to doing embroidery since school years so refreshing my memory watching your videos is great. Thanks again.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your feedback Zora, glad you are enjoying the videos and they are helping to get you back into embroidery again!
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Hallo Sarah:
I saw your videos about Stem Stitch and French Knot.
I have doubts in stitching the stem stitch and the French knot. I bought Introduction to Jacobean Crewelwork from RSN.
STEM STITCH;
How do I know where to put the loop, to the right or to the left hand side, so that the twisted rope effect looks the same in one line segment as in the other. I saw that Deborah Wilding always holds the loop to the side of the motif. Is this correct?
FRENCH KNOT:
I can understand how to stitch it but some of my French knots don’t look perfect as they should , they tend to sag to one side and sometimes I have to put a little stitch in the other side of the knot so that it looks straight. I TENSION THE TGREAD EHILE I’m stitching it. Some look perfect but others don’t. What am I doing wrong?
Sarah says:
In stem stitch, the loop goes to the right if you are working upwards along your stitching line (if you are working from left to right it the loop goes downwards). Outline stitch is the opposite. Check out this video here:
https://youtu.be/BZ62d5j4bXQ
We also have a free download at the bottom of this page explaining the difference:
https://www.sarahhomfray.com/free-stuff.html
We had a good video about French knots, but it got corrupted on YouTube so we will make another one but they are also in this video here:
https://youtu.be/Hq3_WQ9J8YI
How many times are you wrapping your knot? Try just once, and if you want a bigger knot then use a thicker thread
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Hello Sarah I absolutely love your videos and the embroidery you do. My own interest at the moment is goldwork as well as the embroidery you do , but I am hooked now, I have always done quilting and appliqué but that's been put on the side for now.
keep up the good work Sarah and thank you for sharing alll this with us .
Sarah says:
Thank you Joan for your kind comments! You could embroider on your quilts?!
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Thank you so much for your website and videos, I have only just come across them. So easy to follow with your clear instructions and excellent camera work (love the cat as well!)
I only starting teaching myself hand embroidery last year after spending a lifetime avoiding anything connected with a needle, but to my surprise and delight found could do it. My grandmother was a tailoress in Saville row and her family apparently made cassocks for the priests back in Ireland. Just wish I'd started years ago.
Thank you once again.
Sarah says:
You found the joy of it when you were ready Gill, it is obviously in your blood! We have loads of videos, so enjoy catching up and your new found hobby! x
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Hello,
I am in Wexford Ireland, but born in London, l used to design and sell knitwear, so l am a knitter first....my mum won a scholarship to go to a trade school in London when she was young around 1937 and it was for embroidery, however, she spent her work life as a machinist in a factory to earn a wage as they did then in London..l never saw her do a piece of embroidery , how sad is that.
But since l retired, l have taken it up and l won first prize for my own design of a cottage scene at our local craft fare ( l had originally done it for my husband because he loves everything l do, bless)..l wish l could have shown my mum.
Anyhow, that's me and so far all the things l have looked at of yours l have loved, and my technique is improving because of your video explanations...thank you Sarah
Sarah says:
That's a moving story Susan, thank you for sharing. Your mums love for embroidery obviously passed to you and it sounds like you are doing her proud with your stitching! We are lucky to have opportunities now that other generations didn't, and it's wonderful to see so many people of all ages embroidering professionally and for a hobby. I'm glad you are enjoying the vidoes, thank you for watching and supporting us.
x
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Hello Sarah,
I've discovered you through your YouTube channel. Your videos inspired me to start needlework again. Also through your videos, I found that I was taught incorrectly certain stitches; for example, French knots vs Colonial knots. Please keep making videos and sharing your knowledge. You inspire and help so many people.
Also, can you put together a beginner's beading kit to go with your beading embroidery video, please? I would love to stitch along with those videos.
You are AWESOME, Sarah!
Much thanks and love,
Angi from the USA
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback Angi, It's wonderful to hear you have been inspired to stitch again! We have lots more videos planned but have just had a little break as last year was a bit full on; we are actually reducing the number of kits we make so that we can do more videos! There just aren't enough hours in a day...
You have some wonderful bead shops in the US so see if there is one local to you , have fun choosing some colours you like (I suggest seed beads about size 8 or 10), grab some floss and get stitching along!
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I've just received my second pack of linens from you and wanted to pass on my thanks. The delivery speed was amazing. The colours and quality of the linen is just mouthwatering. I'm itching to start on new projects now. Do you have bigger pieces of linen in the wonderful range of colours you do?
Sarah says:
Glad that arrived promptly Anna and that you like your linens, enjoy working on them! We don't generally have any bigger pieces but if there is a particular colour you want then email me through the contact page on the website and I will see what I can do for you.
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I have just rediscovered embroidery after 20 some years of being away. I want to thank you for your marvelous videos and all that you do to help us improve our work.
Do you know of any reliable sources for products in the United States. I am looking for places that carry hand dyed threads and ribbons.
Sarah says:
Glad you have returned to your embroidery after a hiatus Kristen, and I'm happy the videos are helping! I don't know of suppliers in the US I'm afraid, I suggest your local needlepoint store might be a good place to start or join a facebook group such as Needlepoint Nation, they will definitely have people who know!
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Hi Sarah,
I just wanted to pop in and wish you, Jon, Ging and Pinkie a very peaceful Christmas and a Healthy, Happy 2022.
I can't even begin to imagine the amount of hours you must put in developing your business - but it will be a lot, of that I am sure. It is very much appreciated Sarah, and you've helped me, and I'm sure many others with your advice.
I sometimes miss your tutorials, and watching you stitch, but I also realise you couldn't go on doing just that forever.
Nearly time to put your feet up and have a good rest.
Love
Sally
Sarah Says:
Thank you Sally for your kind wishes, we apprecaite it! We are looking forward to putting our feet up for a bit yes (and the cats are looking forward to some laps to sit on!) but we will be back next year with more stitching and other embroidery related stuff!
Merry Christmas to you and yours
x
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Hello Sarah, is it possible to send you photographs of work inspired by you? The lovely blue butterfly was, when finished, purloined very quickly by a friend. She's had a rough time, so if it gives her something to smile about, then she's more than welcome to it. I hope it helps her to know she's cared about.
So, I have taken a copy of the butterfly diagram by trading it and am doing it in goldwork. It's to become a brooch. Also, I have 2 other projects inspired by your work and thought you might like to see the results of my interpretations.
Thank you very much for all the hard work that you, Jonathon and all the team do. Our 4 cats like to see Me Ginger Cat and Punky when they put in an appearance. Believe me, I know the joys of having feline 'help'!
Sarah says:
Yes of course you can! You can send them to me at [email protected], I would love to see what you have made. Merry Christmas to you and yours!
x
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Hi, Sarah. Thanks very much for the info about the Opus Anglicanum design. I look forward to seeing it and starting the embroidery. Best wishes, Sandra
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Hello, Sarah. Thank you for your video tutorials - I learn something new each time I watch them.
I am really keen to embroider a piece of Opus Anglicanum and loved your video on how to complete the queen's face. I am not very good at drawing and wondered if you could recommend any sources to copy an outline from? Anything similar to your design would be brilliant.
Have you any plans for an Opus Anglicanum kit?
Thanks for your help.
Sarah says:
Hi Sandra, glad you are enjoying the videos! We did do an Opus Anglicanum kit but that was a good while back. Alot of people ask me for this design so I shall pull it out of the archives and put it on the Free Stuff page!
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The information in your videos is invaluable, Sarah, thank you so much for sharing so much knowledge and so many hints and tips.
Best wishes from Ireland,
Sue
Sarah says:
Thank you for watching Sue and supporting our channel! Do give the videos a thumbs up so that YouTube shows them to more people!
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I so appreciate your videos. It has helped me improve my embroidery very much. Your work is amazing. Thank you.
Sarah says:
Thank you Mary for watching and supporting us by doing so!
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Hi Sarah,
Looking forward to receiving the table clamp I recently ordered. I love watching your videos and the appearances of your cats too. I don't have a printer and was wondering if you could send copies of your free patterns by post. I would of course pay postage and an amount you think fit. I will be making future purchases very soon.
Sarah says:
Glad you are enjoying the videos Sue, thank you for watching them! I'll email you ref the PDF's
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Hello Sarah,
Thanks for all your videos.
Wanted to let u know how much i enjoyed your recent book videos. Especially loved the Bayeux tapestry book video. Most interesting. Always learn something new from you.
Linda
Sarah says:
Thank you Linda! Glad you enjoyed them, I'm also frequently learning something new from making them!
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Hi Sarah. I love your videos. Rather than purchasing from your store, is there a way to send you donations to support your video making? Patreon? Go fund me? paypal? It would be nice to send you a gift for all your hard work of creating videos.
Sarah says:
That's very kind of you Rebecca; you can help by simply watching them! We get some income from the adverts, and this varies on statistics so the more you watch, interact , give us a thumbs up and share the videos the more it helps us. Letting the adverts run rather than clicking off them (you can go and make a cuppa while they are on!) will help also. Glad you are enjoying the videos, I love sharing my knowledge with the rest of the world!
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I am new at embroidery, and found you on YouTube. I love your videos, they are very helpful. Your work is beautiful!
Sarah says:
Thank you Jennifer, glad you are enjoying the videos!
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Dear Sarah,
Thanks so much for your excellent tutorial videos. I have recently decided to try ribbon work so I am viewing those now. I watch many craft videos and yours are the best. The camera work is excellent. Many craft videos are frustrating because the instructor's hands are in the way and you can't really see what they are doing. Yours are great, great, great! Also, I love when the cats come to visit. You have brought much joy in my life. Warmest regards.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback Sandra, so happy you are enjoying the videos; thank you for watching and supporting our small business by doing so.
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I have been retired for nearly 2 years now, and I am really getting into Embroidery /needlework ,tapestry,
a/ to keep me sane, b/ because I really enjoy it.
Thank you for your video tutorials, they are informative ,without being overly technical, so even i can keep up and understand the techniques.
keep up the good work
Thankyou
Sarah says:
Thank you Robert, two good reasons for doing some stitching! Glad you are enjoying the videos, we have more on the way so do keep watching...
Kind regards
Sarah
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Hello Sarah,
Thank You for all the YouTube videos. I have followed your videos for years and just want to say "Thanks" for sharing your love embroidery and beautiful craftmanship with us all. I'm inspired to try new techniques and finish some of my old projects. Keep on showing us the way.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind words Beuancha and for supporting us for so long, it's very heartening to hear we are inspiring people, keep stitching!
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Thank you, Sarah! Your videos are so wonderful. I am an avid crocheter from Las Vegas, living now in Germany for three years. I've hurt my hand from too much crochet and am trying to learn embroidery while healing (my grandmother would be so proud). Some day I hope to combine the two arts. I couldn't have found a better instructor!
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind words Lori! I've never heard of anyone getting RSI from crocheting, you must have done a lot! I hope you enjoy your new hobby as much...
xx
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I've gone down the rabbit hole of your YouTube videos today. I can't even remember how I found you. haha
Your work is beautiful! Your tutorial videos are great and detailed. I cross stitch and have tried a tiny bit of embroidery (incorrectly done evidently haha) and only finished one piece out of four. "FINISH YOUR PIECE." I know now where I can come when I get frustrated with my mistakes. One good thing, it all looks ok from a distance.
Anyway, from Canada, THANK YOU!
Sarah says:
Glad you have found us and are enjoying the videos! I hope all is well across the pond and you are enjoying your stitching
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Hi, I’m new here. I have been stitching for around three years and consider myself an intermediate stitcher. I stitch mostly Hardanger but also incorporate some Sashiko stitching and some general embroidery stitches and ribbon work.
I live on Madeira Island.
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Wow Sarah order one day delivered the next Thankyou
Sarah says:
Excellent! Glad the systems are working well!
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Finished my own Goldwork design, a tree, thanks to Sarah on u tube i knew where to go if I got stuck. Now embarking on a silver birch in silver in autumn with copper leaves. That's the plan.
Thankyou Sarah for your videos , supplies and encouragement, the creative spirit is getting us through these dark times
Sarah says:
Those designs sound beautiful Gwynyfa, wonderful that you are being so productive and embroidery is keeping your spirits up x
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Having just completed Holly Blue I must say a big thank you to Sarah. This was my second only piece of silk shading, and it was a joy to stitch, Sarah’s instructions and her videos a god send.
A big thank you.
Sarah says:
Glad you enjoyed Fiona! Thank you for your kind feedback....
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Absolutely brilliant service, I can't believe how quickly my order arrived. Everything I bought is of excellent quality. The Prick and Pounce set is fantastic, I've already used it a few times.
I would also like to say thank you to Sarah for her wonderful tutorials on YouTube, I've watched some of them over and over and they've really helped.
Highly recommend!
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind feedback Lisa! Glad you are enjoying stitching along with me, it's always great to hear people are watching!
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thanks to Sarah's videos and kits I am now trying my hand at my own Goldwork design . Thankyou for prompt delivery of items ordered.
Sarah says:
Thanks for your feedback Gwynyfa! Hope you are enjoying goldwork; your support of our business is appreciated x
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What a fantastic service. I asked a question on Monday, received a very helpful reply on Tuesday and my curved needle arrived on Wednesday. Thank you so much
Sarah says:
You are welcome Susan! The right curved needle makes all the difference!
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Thank you so much for the Elbesee Versatile Clamp Kit, it arrived the day after ordering which was a surprise due to the post at the moment. It was packaged really well. Your website is so easy to use. Thank you again.
Sarah says:
Thanks Claire, glad it arrived quickly! Hope you enjoy your table clamp and find it as useful as I do!
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Received my Goldwork Daisy kit TODAY, only 2 days to the far west of Ireland, Christmas has come early.
Thank you so much for the excellent service I can't wait to get started.
Sarah says:
Great to see it has arrived already, hope you enjoy working it Louise! x
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Hello, I've just found the website and am busy watching ALL the goldwork videos after ordering the Daisy kit and other supplies. I'm new to goldwork after 50 years of doing nearly everything else "stitchy" and always thought I couldn't do it - till now. Thank you so much for the very informative videos generously shown without fees.
Sarah Says:
Happy to have you with us Louise! Glad you are enjoying the videos and are enjoying goldwork! Thank you for your feedback, it means alot to us that our hard work is recognised and is helpful to others. Happy stitching! x
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Hello!
I'm thrilled to have found your website! I've watched you on YouTube and learned a lot. Now I can pop over to the website. Thanks for all the techniques you share with us. I've shared your site with all my stitcher friends!
Sarah says:
Thank you Candis! Glad you are enjoying the videos...
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I have just received my Versatile Table Clamp. Ordered Wednesday evening, delivered Friday morning. Great service. I am thrilled with it and, having already played around with it, it does exactly what I hoped. This will take my interest in embroidery to the next level. My only query. Why did I take so long to treat myself? This is surely a necessity!
Many thanks for a great service.
Alison
Sarah says:
You will find it really useful to have two hands free Alison! I look at many things in think 'why didn't I get one of those sooner'!!
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Hello Sarah I would just like to thank you for your excellent speedy service,i also love your videos on you tube, they are so relaxing and well explained.
Brilliant Thank you. Regards Jan
Sarah says:
Thankyou Jan for buying from us! Glad you are enjoying the videos...
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Dear Sarah,
Thank you so much for your very easy to follow needlepoint instructions and tutorials. I happened upon your videos and am learning quite a bit from you! Every time I get a bit lost in the stitch, I go back to your video. watch and listen, and find myself again. Wonderful.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your feed back Julie, glad you are enjoying the videos and that we are there for you when you need us! More on the way soon...
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Ordered some Paper covered wire at 16.45 yesterday Arrived first post this morning Wonderful Service Thank you
Sarah says: You are welcome Trish!
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1/17/2019
Dear Sarah,
It is with great pride and pleasure that I've just finished your Jacobean crewel embroidery project, ' Spring'. Although full of mistakes, I very much love it. Your videos, instructions and materials set the platform for a great learning experience. Thank you for introducing me to the art of crewel embroidery.
Sarah says: Thank you Janice! So glad you enjoyed working this, hope you are inspired to do more!
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Dear Sarah,
I wanted to say thank you for such a prompt service. I've ordered a few times now and am always delighted with my threads, beads etc.
I've learnt so much by watching your videos on YouTube- just off to try myself now!
Thank you again for your inspiration.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind comments Lynette!
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I just watched all of the videos on Tambour Embroidery. Thank you for documenting these techniques. The videos were so thorough and beautifully presented I feel confident that I will be adept in no time. I can’t wait to get started!
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After 40 years since I made two beautiful embroidered pictures (Which hang in my house and have done for 40 years) and no more embroidery activities since then, you have inspired me to try goldwork. So at 60 I re-start my journey and am so looking forward to it. Let's hope I haven,t completely forgotten my basic skill level. So excited - waiting for my kit to arrive - maybe it will be here tomorrow.
Sarah says:
That's fantastic Clare! I hope you find your love of embroidery again and enjoy your kit
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I love your videos, the quality is very good. Your explanations are simple and so clear. I also love your shop, you sell everything we see on the videos and that's so great and the prices are great too, very reasonable so that we can afford it. Thank you.
Sarah says:
Thank you for your kind comments Simone! Glad you are enjoying the videos and the shop, hope you are learning lots...
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I love your pictures of embroidery but they flash on and off so fast it is impossible to appreciate them. Also it is terribly distracting when I am trying to,put together an order!
Sarah says:
Follow me on Instagram to see the pictures at your leisure Joan (I tried to slow them down but it seems there is only one setting). There are also lots more images in the gallery on the website.
Kind regards
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Thank you so much for your exceptionally speedy service. My order was beautifully packaged, it seems a shame to open it - but I will! Absolutely delighted.
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Just found your site. what a treat, what a treasure trove. I will return!
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Superb service; after accidentally ordering to the wrong address I was able to contact the owners and correct it without any fuss or delay. I will absolutely be using this website as my first port of call for embroidery-related goods in the future.
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Bless you Sarah for sending out my order so promptly, I had envisaged a dull weekend with no stitching but now, thanks to you, I'm able to carry on.
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I always thought that gold work was beyond me but your lovely videos have made it look very doable. I particularly like your attention to detail and all the tips and hints you pass on in the videos.
Sarah says:
Thankyou Sue, It is very doable honest! More videos to come, so keep checking back..
Sarah
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Hello Sarah!
I thoroughly enjoyed watching you youtube video on handling different embroidery threads.
Can you steer me to a tutorial or something else where I can learn about how and why to use different type embroidery threads. When I was younger I always used DMC cotton embroidery floss, but today I was watching a youtube video where the person was using Perle thread.
Are there different reasons for using the different type threads?
Thank you so much for your help. I'm just now picking this back up since all my children are grown. So I'm anxious to learn:).
Thank you again!
From Fort Worth, Texas
Susan Irving
Sarah says:
This subject is rather extensive to cover in one message Susan! My area of expertise is English embroidery only and I had to study for 3 years full time to learn all about it but yes you are right, certain techniques require certain threads. The US has many more exciting threads available that we have here in the UK and I think someone Stateside would be in a better position to tell you about these; there are lots of needlepoint shops full of experienced stitchers who I'm sure would be happy to tell you all about the many lovely fibres!
Perhaps I will do some videos on threads used in English embrodiery techniques Susan (subscribe to get the latest videos!) but in the meantime, I suggest just having a go with them will teach you alot. Generally you need a larger weave fabric and needle for a thicker thread, but just have a play and see what works and what doesn't. Perhaps you can find some local classes? This is always the best way to learn.
Don't forget to check out our upcoming distance learning classes too!
Great that you are finding time to get back to stitching again...
Sarah
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Having purchased my first Goldwork kit from Sarah, I enjoyed it so much that I want to make another one. Tutorials are really first class. Thank you Sarah for enriching our lives with your expertise.
Kindly,
Joan.
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Another wonderful day, thank you Sarah.
Glad you enjoyed Fiona! Hope to see you again on another class...
Sarah
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Delighted with my recent purchases and your extremely efficient service. Only ordered on New Years Day and it all arrived within 48 hours.Thanks,sure I will be shopping here again.
Sarah says:
Thankyou Mary, hope you enjoy using your items. Don't forget the free goldwork videos in the learning Zone if you need them!
Sarah
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Had a lovely time at the Goldwork class in Rugby today - great teaching, very clear and encouraging, a wonderful day. (Am serously contemplating the Shisha class...)
Sarah says: Glad you enjoyed it Ilke! Please do join me on the Shisha class, January needs brightening up!
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Thank you for a wonderful day in Rugby on the RSN crewel work course, am looking forward to finishing my hare and the other upcoming courses.
Sarah says:
You are welcome Fiona, thankyou for coming! Look forward to seeing you again on another course....
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Dear Sarah, I have just finished embroidering the bodice of my daughter's wedding dress with Swarovski crystals. I was able to tackle the project thanks to your outstanding instructional videos on your website. A great source of information. Also my order of pouncing powder and slate frame kit arrived very quickly. Thank you.
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Thank you so much Sarah for giving me the confidence to try Goldwork. I thought it would be beyond me but when I saw your videos I realized it would just call for my every-day sewing skills. And I was right! Thank you also for your excellent quality stock and delivery service. More than anything, thank you for being there.
Pip
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Hi Sarah. I just wanted to say a huge thank you for posting my Goldwork kit and materials so quickly. Can't wait for your distance learning course to start.
Kind regards
Anna-Marie
Sarah says:
You are welcome Anna-Marie! The distance learning class is a little behind schedule as we are currently in the process of moving house, but we hope to be back on track very soon...
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I am new to Goldwork but am loving every single frustrating minute (how on earth do you thread a needle that is so small I can't even see which end has the hole in it!). I hope, one day, to have produced something good enough for the gallery but, in the meantime, thanks to Sarah for her kindness over the 'Pricker' problem and for the inspiration I get from her wonderful work.
Sarah says:
No Problem Susan, happy to help if I can. Use a bigger needle until you get used to threading it then you can change to a smaller needle when you are ready!
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Dear Sarah
Thank you for your comprehensive and helpful advice to my request about using solubles. I have some soluble material but it has become anonymous. I shall have to try it out to see if it works in cold or hot water. I have viewed two of your videos and look forward to viewing more....and be inspired.
With my best wishes
Ferial
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Thankyou for the beautiful coloured Japan threads & leatherette pieces. I love all of the colours & my head is buzzing with ideas! Hope to buy more bits & pieces in the near future.
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Thank you for the parcel. I am really delighted with the contents, they are beautiful quality. Best wishes Jane Ludlow.
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I sent Sarah a questionnaire as part of the course I am studying and she so kindly replied with lots of advice which will be so helpful to me. Thanks Sarah! Sophie x
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Sarah,
I so much enjoyed your silk shading class held in Denver Colorado this September. We learned how wonderful it is to create a piece in silk shading thanks to your experienced instruction. We all had a wonderful time and cannot wait until the next class. We hope to see you again soon.
Sarah says: Thanks Karen! It was a pleasure to teach you all, hope to do it again next year! x
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I am so happy to have found your website. I have read of your accomplishments on the RSN website and so happy to finally order your silk shading book and a few supplies for my frame. Thank You
Sarah says:
Thankyou Katherine, I hope you enjoy the book!
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Dear Sarah!
I really was scared of silk shading at the beginning, but not any more! Thank you so much for your book! The great teaching system and wonderful examples for stitching skills! And I am very pleased to recieve your answers to my questions. My carrot isnt ideal of course, but very appetizing :)))) I am very glad. And now Im waiting for the moment when I could start stitching these fantastic autumn leaves.... I loved them.... thank you..... Tania
Sarah says:
Thanks for your comments Tania, glad you liked the book, just keep practicing, practicing, practicing!!!
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Have just recieved my parcel of goodies from you , thank you very much , the instructions are very clear and go with the online video , embriodery for ever, house work ...?
Ps noticed the packing in the parcel ; please can you let me know how your rubbish /recycle bag system works ?
Sarah says:
Recycling explanation in an e-mail! It's complicated...:)
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The Stitch magazine lead me to your web site , I love it and it is now on my Favourites, many thanks for the advice , videos, and the chance to shop
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I visited your website after reading about it in Stitch Feb/March issue. What an inspiring site and lovely products - I'll be back!
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After reading your article in the Feb/March no 75 I took a look at your web site and found it excellent and then went into your shop site and found it super, the only thing that I could not find any where the postage and package amounts. So could you let me know they are. Many thanks.
Gillian..
Sarah says:
Hi Gillian,
I'm glad you like my site, thankyou for looking! There are poastage and packing details at the bottom of the Shop Front Page. You can find them here: http://www.sarahhomfray.com/myshop/
It goes on weight and destination, so it depends on what you buy and where it is to be sent (I ship world wide, with the option of recorded delivery in the UK) but all postage and packing prices are displayed in your shopping basket before you commit to buy.
Hope this is helpful, thankyou for your feedback...
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Sarah, I absolutely love your Jicarilla Apache Indian video. It is beautiful, I would love to learn to do that type of work.
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Hi Sarah, Just saw your face silk shading on Mary Corbet's Needle'n Thread newletter! Love the awesome embroidery plan for filling in the figure. Wonderful and perfect music, too! Take care and have a holy Christmas season! Love and prayers, Celeste your grateful student at RSN, SF CA
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Hi Sarah and Caroline
Many thanks for a wonderful 2 day workshop. It was great to meet you and I have been looking at some of the charity shops for clothes that I can recycle. I am looking forward to the craft show.
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Hi Sarah, so nice to meet you and Caroline and talk about drawing, Cheers, Matt
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Sarah, I received the prick and pounce kit a few days ago and FINALLY had an open evening to try it out. I finished the pattern that was sent with the kit. Thank you for a few completed lines to show how it is done. After pouncing, connecting the lines and a quick flick of the fabric I saw my results. The only thing I could say was "Wow". I cannot believe the detail and crisp lines that this technique achieves. I have to admit that I was a little intimidated to try prick and pounce but this is easier and more accurate than anything else that I have tried. The results are amazing. Thank you, Wendi
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Thank you Sarah, for this lovely spectacle of your work. You are a great artist. Congratulations. A kiss from Mexico.
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Sarah - thanks so much for your expert and immediate advice on my embroidery problem, which I shall act upon...
Your website is so full of good things - I shall be returning again and again.... Thank you again, AC
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Hello Sarah - I've just been browsing your site and found it most interesting! Your designs are lovely I so enjoyed meeting you in SF and having you as an instructor. Hope to see you again some day soon - perhaps even in the UK!
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Dear Sarah,
I've been following your beautiful work on stitchinfingers and have just now found your website. Have also just bought one of your pouncing kits online. What a find, especially for someone like me who likes embroidering on dark linen. It might not be the first one to go to Australia, but it will be one of the most appreciated.
Thank you for such an interesting website and for your informative newsletter, and I look forward to your book. Wish I were close enough to come to classes at the RSN. By the way, was amused to see a listing for'Rugby classes'. Now that's really multi-skilling, I thought.
Warm regards from Melbourne.
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Really enjoyed your updated web site, it has so much going on. I loved reading your newsletter especially the WW1 post card piece.
The art gallery is brilliant, the iconic London Eye was instantly recognizable.
Thanks for the free stuff - I am going to down load the ginger bread house for Chloe for next Christmas, now that is forward planning.
Can't wait for the next newsletter in the meantime I'm off shopping to buy the bee!
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Thanks for such a nice site, Sarah! I came here from your Stitchin' Fingers page.=) I'm always interested in the work and careers of RSN grads, esp as they often do work that's very much in my style.
I'm looking forward to seeing your book in the late spring as well as the others in the series. All the best with that and every creative thing.
http://sew-in-love.blogspot.com
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Well done with the prick 'n' pounce kits - they look beautiful. Can I have one for Christmas? ;-)
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Very refreshing and new since you changed it. Especially like the new way of presenting the newsletter. Also the moving images in the art section.
Think it is a good thing to change it now and again. Keeps it up to date.
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Lovely, lively site. I really like the little peg dolly broaches - and the windows full of sewing machines!
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