14 June 2026
How I Embroidered a Carrot Garden on a Tote Bag (and Added a Secret Pocket)
Learn how to hand-embroider a carrot garden on a canvas tote bag — with a real denim pocket. Step-by-step tutorial using back stitch and long & short stitch.
Journal
Notes from the studio
Illustration, watercolor, embroidery, and the work behind finished pieces.
28 April 2026
5 Things Every Beginner Embroiderer Actually Needs (No Overwhelm, I Promise)
A beginner's guide to embroidery supplies: best fabrics, threads (DMC, Madeira), hoops, needles & scissors. Start your first project with confidence.
14 April 2026
Dandelion Hand Embroidery: How I Refreshed My Old Jeans This Spring
How to upcycle old denim with hand embroidery. Step-by-step dandelion pocket tutorial to turn your worn-out jeans into a spring-ready wearable art piece.
3 February 2026
Crafting Whimsical Avocado Earrings: A Hand-Embroidered Delight
Discover handmade embroidered avocado earrings. Read the making-of process, see materials used, and shop the look on Etsy or direct. Custom orders welcome!
25 January 2026
A Second Life for a Lazy Panda
Transformed a thrifted panda sweatshirt into Van Gogh-inspired art with iris embroidery! See how I sketch, stitch & breathe new life into old clothes.
11 January 2026
Beaded Heart Pendant: My Whimsical Valentine's Gift Idea (Full Process Video Inside)
Discover how I craft a whimsical beaded heart pendant for Valentine's Day: embroidery, beads & sparkle. Full process video + handmade jewelry tips!
6 January 2026
Hand embroidered robin heart: a winter memory stitched in thread
How nostalgic winter memories inspired a hand-embroidered robin heart. See the full stitching process on YouTube and discover the story behind the design.
4 January 2026
I’m Now on YouTube! Join My Creative Journey 🎥
An introduction to LenaMadeThis, Lena Kataeva's embroidery channel on YouTube, with videos showing how her handmade jewelry develops from sketch to stitch.