Happy Stitchmas 2023: PArt 1

*If you haven't already prepared your hoop and transferred the design then please see my previous post with more information*

Find yourself a cosy corner, grab your favourite drink and get ready for our first instalment of the Happy Stitchmas sew along!

A couple of housekeeping notes:

* There is no such thing as falling behind with this project - you can start whenever you like!

* Let go of perfectionism - Make Your Own Happy is all about slowing down, enjoying the process and having fun

* You do not have to do exactly what I do - these are only ideas, you can mix up the colours and change the stitches used to suit you. I used to hate satin stitch but now I'm a fan. If there are any stitches you don't like swap them for something else.

*If there is anything you don't understand, are struggling with or if you want some creative suggestions then please get in touch with me. You can either email me at donna@makeyourownhappy.uk or message me on Instagram/Facebook.

*Please share what you are doing with others - the more the merrier! You can post your progress on social media using the #happystitchmas2023 so others can like and comment

Here it is.... sorry for the waffle (feel free to mute me):

The next video will be released on Sunday 10th DEcember.

Happy stitching!

Donna x

Happy Stitchmas 2023: Preparation

It' almost time to get started so I have made a video explaining all the things you will need in order to take part in the free sew along.

You can download the pattern using the link below the video.

Download your pattern here:

Happy Stitchmas 2023 Embroidery Pattern

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Check back here for our first walk-through video on Sunday 3rd December!

Happy Stitchmas 2023

It's back! This year's FREE sew along challenge will start on Sunday 3rd December but you can join in whenever you like!

How it works:

This sew along is completely free! You can download the pattern, use your own supplies and follow along with the video tutorials at your own pace.

To make things a little easier this year I have also made the pattern available in my Folksy shop as a Stick & Stitch transfer, or, if want to make things really simple for yourself then you can purchase a full kit!

When does it start?

Week 1: The first blog post will go live on Sunday 26th November and you will be able to download the pattern and start to gather your resources together.

I will share tips and hints for prepping on my Instagram feed throughout the week so keep an eye out and follow the #happystitchmas2023

Week 2 - 4: On the first 3 Sundays in December I will post tutorial videos on my website/YouTube channel where you can sew-along at your own pace.

More details to follow, in the mean time if you have any questions then feel free to message me on Insta or send me an email.

Donna x