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Have you ever wandered through a store and thought, I could do that myself? Well, there are some truly creative people who took this emotion to heart and started making something. And through the magic of the internet, they are able to share these things with the world. 

The “Something I Made” internet group gathers creatives to share their DIY projects, from embroidery to painting, and even sculpting! We also reached out to Sara, from the Kitschy Stitcher to learn a bit more about embroidery and other DIY projects. So be sure to upvote your favorite creations and comment your thoughts below!

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I’m So Happy With How This Custom Needle Felted Dog Turned Out! What Do You Think?!

I’m So Happy With How This Custom Needle Felted Dog Turned Out! What Do You Think?!

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Started Painting After I Lost My Job And It's Actually Going So Well I've Been Making Rent

Started Painting After I Lost My Job And It's Actually Going So Well I've Been Making Rent

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Bored Panda reached out to Sara, from the Kitschy Stitcher, who specializes in all sorts of cool embroidery, to learn more about some tips for beginners. First, we wanted to know, at least for embroidery, where someone should start: “I taught myself how to embroider by hand from youtube tutorials and by trial and error. PRACTICE! Practice, practice, practice. That's the only thing that you need to be successful with embroidery (and any new skill!).”

“There are also a large amount of embroidery technique books available online and at bookstores/libraries with a huge catalog of different embroidery stitches to learn. I also have uploaded a number of video tutorials for beginners on my Instagram: @thekitschystitcher.” While this page focuses on embroidery, the advice would be just as true for any craft, hobby, or skill, just keep practicing. 

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I Handburned This Armadillo On Basswood

I Handburned This Armadillo On Basswood

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Alongside practice, new “crafters” often have to consider the buy-in costs for materials, so we wanted to know how important it is in embroidery. “One of my favorite things about hand embroidery is that you don't need fancy supplies to get started! If you're just learning for yourself as a hobby, everything you need is at any local craft store. You can buy a hoop, fabric, and thread all for around $5. If you want to begin selling your work down the road, then you could invest in nicer quality embroidery hoops, etc.”

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My Charcoal Drawings From Last Year (Swipe For Full Pics, See Body Text For Full Info)

My Charcoal Drawings From Last Year (Swipe For Full Pics, See Body Text For Full Info)

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I Painted A Cup Of Coffee In Watercolor

I Painted A Cup Of Coffee In Watercolor

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I Designed A Hummingbird Earring Of Only 1.36 Cm And Tried To Carve Out Its Feathers

I Designed A Hummingbird Earring Of Only 1.36 Cm And Tried To Carve Out Its Feathers

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“Any basic embroidery hoop, embroidery needle, and cotton fabric will do, though! As for the thread, I've always used DMC brand thread which is at all the major craft stores. I've even used the 97-cent fat-quarter fabric samples from Walmart to create some beautifully stitched pieces. Just remember to stay away from stretchy fabric because it can warp your embroidery design as it moves when you stitch onto it! I always go for either a sturdy Cotton or a Linen blend fabric.”

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I Made This Gown And My Friend Photographed Her Beautiful Grandma Wearing It

I Made This Gown And My Friend Photographed Her Beautiful Grandma Wearing It

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful. I love when older ladies are posing for dreamy photos like this.

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«northern Sky In Early Spring» Sweater I Knitted

«northern Sky In Early Spring» Sweater I Knitted

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Rainy Road, My Oil Painting On A Canvas Panel 12"X16"

Rainy Road, My Oil Painting On A Canvas Panel 12"X16"

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When it comes to embroidery in particular, many people can sort of picture it, but it’s rare that they actually know what’s going on. So we also wanted to hear what are some of the more common misconceptions the experts have come across and let them set the record straight. “The number one misconception is calling it Cross Stitch If I had a dollar for every time someone called my embroidery pieces cross-stitch. They are similar though so I can see how they could be confused.”

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I Made Some Cats In Flying Saucers

I Made Some Cats In Flying Saucers

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Yayheterogeneity
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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I love the composition of this photo so much. His heartfelt smile, the dog and then this awesome piece of art!

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Leather Messenger Bag I Made Recently

Leather Messenger Bag I Made Recently

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Very beautiful. But in Gondor I thought that's what the signal fires were for?

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I Made This Ceramic Mallard Duck!

I Made This Ceramic Mallard Duck!

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“Cross stitching (also known as x-stitch) is a type of counted needlework that uses little crosses or 'x's to create a tiled pattern or design. Embroidery is more free-flowing needlework where you don't have to follow a graph or specific lines. I love the utter freedom of embroidery; you can go wherever your needle takes you! The possibilities and combinations of techniques are literally endless.”

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River Anapo Here In Sicily, Me, Oils, 2017

River Anapo Here In Sicily, Me, Oils, 2017

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I Hand-Embroidered Entomological Collection

I Hand-Embroidered Entomological Collection

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Jewelry With Pomegranate Seeds Made By Me From Polymer Clay And Epoxy Resin :)

Jewelry With Pomegranate Seeds Made By Me From Polymer Clay And Epoxy Resin :)

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“I'd say another misconception is that embroidery is something our grandmas did to napkins and tablecloths as its only purpose. Nowadays, there has been an explosion of new and modern twists on this ancient craft! The amount of innovation and creativity I have seen in the needlework community since I started 9 years ago is astounding. I am so glad the "embroidery bug" has caught on around the world! It's a very addicting and fun thing to learn and I highly suggest it to anyone who is interested.”

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I Drew A... Magical Bookcase Mushroomy Moon

I Drew A... Magical Bookcase Mushroomy Moon

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“There are tens of thousands of beginner patterns to practice all over the internet, with my website being one place to offer them! I currently offer over 70 colorful digital embroidery patterns that can be downloaded immediately, as well as some cute little sewing notions and a couple of kits (& more coming!) with all supplies included. From clothing embellishment to jewelry, to hoop art you can admire on the walls in your home embroidery is a versatile and lovely talent to have.” So if you want to learn more or get inspired, check out the Kitschy Stitcher on Instagram and Facebook! And if you want to see more cool craft collections, click here, and here!

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Just Wanted To Share A Painting I Finished Today. Oil On Canvas, 61 X 76 Cms

Just Wanted To Share A Painting I Finished Today. Oil On Canvas, 61 X 76 Cms

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The hills are alive with the sound of music... I expect Julie Andrews coming around the corner 😂

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I Made American Gothic In Stained Glass...with Pugs

I Made American Gothic In Stained Glass...with Pugs

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Made My Wedding & Reception Dresses

Made My Wedding & Reception Dresses

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Stunning! If you ever have a daughter I hope you pass on your skill to her.

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I Made An Iridescent Stained Glass Floral Moon Panel

I Made An Iridescent Stained Glass Floral Moon Panel

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I'm A Young Bladesmith In South Africa And I Made This Knife That I Called 'African Sunset '

I'm A Young Bladesmith In South Africa And I Made This Knife That I Called 'African Sunset '

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I Made Elaine's Dancing From Seinfeld As A Wood Wall Piece. I Hope You Like It

I Made Elaine's Dancing From Seinfeld As A Wood Wall Piece. I Hope You Like It

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My First Serious Attempt At Wood Carving! Made This Feather Spoon Out Of Limewood :)

My First Serious Attempt At Wood Carving! Made This Feather Spoon Out Of Limewood :)

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Can’t Draw Images Worth A Darn, But Patterns All Day

Can’t Draw Images Worth A Darn, But Patterns All Day

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Got Inspired By Pinterest And Gave My Ordinary Denim Shorts Some Summer Vibes ☀️

Got Inspired By Pinterest And Gave My Ordinary Denim Shorts Some Summer Vibes ☀️

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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The inspiration paid off. I love the colors and the subtly and the way the pattern continues on the pocket! It looks like the flowers are planted in your pocket.

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Run Away With Me. Wet Charcoal And Pastel Art By Me

Run Away With Me. Wet Charcoal And Pastel Art By Me

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1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is beautiful. Mood setting and you really created the movement so well!

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One Item Took A Few Hours, Another Took Several Weeks And The Last Took Several Months

One Item Took A Few Hours, Another Took Several Weeks And The Last Took Several Months

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I Made A Little Nut Goblin To Guard My Succulents!

I Made A Little Nut Goblin To Guard My Succulents!

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Oil Paintings I Made On Thrifted Fabric Sheets

Oil Paintings I Made On Thrifted Fabric Sheets

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I Made Camel Wool And Cotton/Linen Hoodies For Spring

I Made Camel Wool And Cotton/Linen Hoodies For Spring

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Eva Kašu
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1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My granma has a blanket like this and it was itchy af...but on hoodie it looks cool!

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Made My Boyfriend A Backpack As A Birthday Present! It's Either 2 Months Late Or 10 Months Early

Made My Boyfriend A Backpack As A Birthday Present! It's Either 2 Months Late Or 10 Months Early

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I Painted A Little Picture Of A Little Void!

I Painted A Little Picture Of A Little Void!

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I Made A Mouth Chair Out Of An Old Folding Lawn Chair

I Made A Mouth Chair Out Of An Old Folding Lawn Chair

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Just Finished This Crochet Bag 😊

Just Finished This Crochet Bag 😊

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The Rainbow Shawl I Made With A 1 Skein Of Yarn. Size 75x39 Inches After Blocking

The Rainbow Shawl I Made With A 1 Skein Of Yarn. Size 75x39 Inches After Blocking

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Some Smiley (And One Worried) Wood Carvings I Finished Recently

Some Smiley (And One Worried) Wood Carvings I Finished Recently

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I Made This Medieval Fantasy Outfit For My BF: Shirt, Doublet, Sash And Pants

I Made This Medieval Fantasy Outfit For My BF: Shirt, Doublet, Sash And Pants

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Portraits Of Hades & Persephone In Stained Glass

Portraits Of Hades & Persephone In Stained Glass

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I Made Some Neon Paper Clips!

I Made Some Neon Paper Clips!

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