Candlewicking embroidery

Look below for many free Candlewicking projects and patterns. If you are looking for tutorials and history on Candlewicking & Whitework, follow the link.

The nearly lost needlework called candlewicking or whitework is described and explained, with many links to various sources

Candlewicking is a form of embroidery done with heavy thread on muslin. It is considered "traditional" because it uses an old technique called the "colonial knot". Cut a piece of the muslin large enough for your selected design.

Learn how to do candlewick embroidery with Colonial knots. This traditional whitework method can still be fun and modern!

Candlewicking is a form of embroidery done with heavy thread on muslin. It is considered "traditional" because it uses an old technique called the "colonial knot". Cut a piece of the muslin large enough for your selected design.

A short tutorial and video using the Colonial Knot for Candlewicking.

The colonial knot is a hand embroidery stitch. This embroidery knot creates a cute bobble on the fabric.

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