Embroidery References
Beginner hand embroidery stitches video by Handiworks
Learn how to do the 10 basic stitches of hand embroidery. Once you familiarize yourself with basic stitches, you will find that they are the foundation to those more elaborate stitches that once seemed too difficult to tackle.
Embroidery 101 by A Pretty Fix
Seven beginner level embroidery stitches - includes a step by step guide including basic supplies, how to use an embroidery hoop. This guide will help you start creating floral designs, cool abstract pieces or even text and cursive writing
An essential guide to embroidery by Martha Stewart
Use a needle and thread to produce any number of stitches—from stem stitches to chain stitches, french knots and woven wheels—and decorate fabric with any design.