New video is up! 🪡

5 must-have supplies to start embroidery — and I promise it's not overwhelming.

I cover: fabric (Aida, cotton, linen & even denim!), thread brands I actually trust (DMC, Madeira, Anchor), how to pick the right hoop, needles explained simply, and why your scissors really matter.

Whether you're building your first kit or just curious — this one's for you.

▶️ https://youtube.com/watch?v=vBKxXQArYQo

#embroidery #handmade #needlework #beginners

Happy Spring, everyone! 🌼 I couldn't bear to part with my favorite (but very worn-out) old jeans, so I decided to give them a little DIY refresh.

I’ve put together a step-by-step tutorial and a video on the blog. Grab your needle and thread! 🧵👇

https://lenakataeva.com/blog/dandelion-hand-embroidery-how-i-refreshed-my-old-jeans-this-spring/

#MastoArt #Embroidery #Upcycling #VisibleMending #SlowFashion #Crafts #DIY #HandEmbroidery

❤️ Beaded heart for Valentine's: brooch OR pendant (chain, ribbon, leather cord)!

Full 8-min process →https://youtu.be/Uurgs_7iGqA

Blog + photos → https://lenakataeva.com/beaded-heart-brooch-my-whimsical-valentines-gift-idea-full-process-video-inside/

Wear it your way! Which style yours? 👇

#LenaMadeThis #beadembroidery #valentinesgift #handcrafted #jewelry

Snow almost never stays in Serbia—but it still brought my favourite winter birds back to me. Meet the hand-embroidered robin heart that was born from memories of feeding birds in Russian winters, and watch how it came to life stitch by stitch on my blog: https://lenakataeva.com/handcrafted-embroidered-robin-birds-heart-lena-made-this/

#handmade #handcrafted #jewelry #embroidery