Nature Inspired Embroidery for the Modern Maker

Unwind with a hand embroidery project. This mindful craft is the perfect way to relax and be creative.

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Mojave Blend Thread Gloss

Such a great product! I love the way it makes the thread goes smoothly through my fabrics and the subtle aroma is delightful!

Sally
Thread Gloss. Mojave Blend. Citrus & Creosote. Scented Natural Beeswax Conditioner for Hand Embroidery, Quilting, Stitching.
Beautiful design.

I love the delicacy of the designs and that I can use them together of alone.

Sally
Wildflower Stems Embroidery Patterns - Stick and Stitch Floral Embroidery
Brilliant! Finished it in a hammock

I am brand-spanking-new to embroidery and I really enjoyed this kit! I ended up finishing it in a hammock at Pocahontas State Park. I was looking for a creative outlet when we travel in our RV van...I have found it! Highly recommend these kits!

Liz Adams
Cyanotype Florals - Flower Embroidery Kit for Beginners

3D Coneflowers - Floral Embroidery Kit for Intermediate Stitchers

Tina Baker
3D Coneflowers - Floral Embroidery Kit for Intermediate Stitchers
Try These out you won’t regret it

Love these products. Super easy to use and the cutest lil bugs

Morgan
Bugs Embroidery Patterns - Stick and Stitch Insect Embroidery
Auntie Zaza’s Fiber Works & Yarn Shop

MCreativeJ embroidery kits are the perfect addition to our small retail shop. The natural themes are diverse, from flowers to mountains. Kits are organized by skill level. The quality of the product is excellent. Ordering, shipping and receiving is a breeze. 5 stars for this fabulous woman owned business!! Keep it going! Yeah!!

Elizabeth Alach
3D Coneflowers - Floral Embroidery Kit for Intermediate Stitchers
Beautifully done and gives information I'm always looking for

I've been embroidering since HS when doing the entire back of a denim work shirt was in fashion. That said, I have not worked at the level of Melissa Galbraith and that is something to aspire to. I love having her book as a reference and the inspiring color project photos along with details on the stitches is perfect. I have kept only a couple embroidery books over the years. Most don't focus on the stitches well, this book does and I'm thrilled to have it on my bookshelf.

Erin Contour
How to Embroider Texture and Pattern- Hand Embroidery DIY Book
Birthday gifts

Got a few different kits as birthday presents for someone who got one of your kits at Sew Expo. She loves them and I can see why. Thanks!

Stephanie Bellman
Happy Houseplant Trio - Intermediate Embroidery Kit
LIBROS DIGITALES

SERIA GENIAL PODER OBTENR ESTOS HERMOSOS LIBROS EN VERSION DIGITAL , PARA QUIENES ESTAMOS MUY LEJOS

EVY
DIY Embroidered Shoes- Hand Embroidery DIY Book
Unconventional Flowers——

Beautiful. Haven’t had a chance to use them yet but can’t wait!!

Nancy Ehrhardt
Unconventional Flowers - Floral Stick and Stitch Embroidery Patterns

I'm so excited to get started on these little guys. Thank you for your quick shipping. I will buy from you again.

Jennifer
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Is what I expected and is a good quality

Norma
MCreativeJ

This item is on good quality stitch and stick paper. Good designs.

Bonnie
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Great product!.

The kits are beautifully packaged and easy to display. They have already started selling and we have very few customers this time of year.

The Sparrow Store
Stumpwork Strawberries - Intermediate Hand Embroidery DIY Craft Kit
Melissa from MCreativeJ holding a completed embroidery design.

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Melissa Galbraith is the fiber artist behind MCreativeJ. She was born and raised in the desert of Washington state, where her mother instilled a love of making things by hand at an early age. Drawing on her love of nature, Melissa creates whimsical and modern embroidery patterns and kits. She loves making the art of hand embroidery easy and approachable with her embroidery kits, patterns, and workshops.

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  • When it comes to crafting and the needle arts, I feel like there’s a lot of propaganda out there. Here’s a few things that you shouldn’t fall for⁠ ⁠ 1- There’s isn’t a right or wrong way to embroider. ⁠ Do what works for you! I love teaching classes to help makers learn to basics and beyond, but that doesn’t mean you have to stitch exactly like I do. Every maker is different and you need to figure out how stitching works for you, whether that’s adjusting a stitch, figuring out your own style, or just where you like to craft.⁠ ⁠ 2- The hoop back should look nice.⁠ I was taught this growing up and I think it can lead to a lot of imposter syndrome. The back does not need to look good. Most of the time no one will see it or it can be covered up. Just enjoying stitching and worry about it later.⁠ ⁠ 3- French knots are hard.⁠ French knots get a bad wrap. Pun intended. They can be tricky, but once you get the hang of them they’re actually a lot of fun!⁠ ⁠ 4-Embroidery kits are only for beginners.⁠ Anyone can use an embroidery kit. This is why I create beginner, intermediate, and advanced kits. Sometimes it’s just nice to have everything there with no need to source it all. Other times it’s about learning a specific skill, and others it’s about loving the design. As someone who designs and sells embroidery kits, I have also bought advanced embroidery kits on goldwork because it’s a type of needlework I’m interested in learning too. ⁠ ⁠ What other embroidery propaganda, myths, and untruths do you think should be on this list? #embroidery #stitching #hoopbutt #crafting #mcreativej
  • July is heavy on craft fairs and light on workshops. I only have two dyeing classes planned. So if you want to take a craft class with me, be sure to sign up early!⁠ ⁠ Here’s the details on everything happening in July:⁠ ⁠ July 11-13: West Seattle Summer Fest⁠ ⁠ July 18-20 @alkiartfair⁠ ⁠ July 24: Intro to Indigo Dye at @monstermonstershop⁠ ⁠ July 25: Intro to Ice Dye at @themakeapothecary⁠ ⁠ July 26-27: @urbancraftuprising Summer Show #craftfair #craftclass #indigodye #icedye #summerevents #mcreativej #westseattle
  • There’s been some new additions around here lately! Have you seen the Under the Sea and Woodland Snail advanced embroidery kits? What about the Pressed Pennies stick and stitch patterns?⁠ ⁠ I’d love to know which one of these three you’d want to stitch first. #embroidery #stitchkit #fiberarts #mcreativej #crafting
  • Another week, another chance to explore a new craft! This week you can upcycle a pocketed garment with embroidered wildflowers, learn embroidery basics while stitching wildflowers, and dye all the things fun colors with ice dyeing. Doesn’t that sound like a blast?!⁠ ⁠ June 20- Flower Pocket Clothing Embroidery at @monstermonstershop⁠ You bring the pocket garment, I’ll bring the supplies and instruction to help you upcycle it with stitched flowers. We’ll cover beginner friendly embroidery stitches and tips and tricks for stitching on garments.⁠ ⁠ June 21- Wildflower Embroidery Basics at Valley View Library- FULL⁠ Learn embroidery basics while stitching wildflowers. We’ll cover how to get started with embroidery as well as beginner friendly stitches to help you get started on your stitching journey.⁠ ⁠ June 22- Ice Dye at @monstermonstershop⁠ You can play with color! In this class you’ll get to dye tea towels and other things you’ve brought from home. I’ll show you the basics of ice dyeing and creating patterns with fabric, folds, and dye. ⁠ ⁠ So let me know, are you more into stitching flowers or ice dyeing this week? #embroidery #icedye #upcycled #craftclass #seattlevents #mcreativej
  • You might not believe me, but picking out stitches for your own project doesn’t have to be hard. ⁠ ⁠ I often look at realistic photos and then try to find stitches that create a similar texture or pattern. Admittedly, you need to know what kind of embroidery stitches make what kinds of textures, so it gets a little tricky if you’re not as familiar with that.⁠ ⁠ But don’t worry. I’ve rounded up 6 of my go-to stitches for stems and branches in my latest blog post. There I share step-by-step how to create each stitch and what I’d use them for.⁠ ⁠ Happy stitching!⁠ #embroidery #stitching #diyblog #embroideryvideo #mcreativej #howto
  • Let me tell you a secret...⁠ I avoid using metallic and sparkly threads. It’s not because I don’t think they’re beautiful. It’s because they’re kind of a pain to stitch with. They fray easily, unravel a bunch, kink up, and just aren’t that pleasant to stitch with (in my opinion). Which is why I’ve only used this type of thread for one of my embroidery kits- Bug Collector.⁠ ⁠ If you want to give stitching with this sparkly thread a try as well as stitch two types of stumpwork, then give my Bug Collector kit a try!⁠ ⁠ And if you’re looking for tips and tricks on working with metallic and other sparkly threads, be sure to head over to my blog. Just pop metallic thread in the search bar. #embroiderythread #embroidery #stumpwork #3Dembroidery #diyblog #mcreativej
  • Tell me you’re a serial crafter without telling me you’re a serial crafter. I’ll go first.⁠ ⁠ #embroideryart #handembroidery #fiberart #textileartist #mcreativej #craftaddict #womenwhomake
  • I almost forgot this is the whole point...⁠ ⁠ Sometimes you just have those days where you just need a break. That’s really why I picked embroidery back up in the first place. And now over a decade later, I can help you find that zen moment of stitching too. #embroidery #stitching #womenwhocreate #fiberartist #mcreativej
  • With my Woodland Snail advanced embroidery kit you get to create a three-dimensional snail among plants. Full of lush plant life, this DIY hand embroidery kit features a fabric applique ground surrounded by textural plants, 3D mushrooms, and more.⁠ ⁠ Even if you haven’t tried three-dimensional raised embroidery before, this advanced embroidery kit makes it approachable and fun with detailed printed instructions, step-by-step photos, and stitch videos to walk you through the entire process. ⁠ ⁠ Learn to use 15 different embroidery stitches in this sampler stitch kit: colonial knot, split back stitch, leaf stitch, straight stitch, stab stitch, running stitch, whip stitch, peking knot, long and short satin stitch, buttonhole stitch, turkey work, bullion knot, cast on stitch, thread padding, and trailing couching. #3Dembroidery #stumpwork #embroiderykit #mcreativej #botanicalart #stitching
  • The embroidery kit you’ve been waiting for!⁠ Embroider a whimsical woodland snail on the forest floor in my newest DIY stitch kit.⁠ ⁠ #embroideryart #handembroidery #fiberart #textileartist #mcreativej #womenwhomake #craftaddict #diyembroidery #snailart #embroiderykit
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