Sewing Projects with Embroidery

Embroidery, both by hand and machine, are making a comeback in quilts and other sewing projects. Whether it's a small embellishment on a quilt or a larger sewn design, embroidery is sure to add an extra handmade touch to your quilts!

Holiday Time Ornaments

It’s never too soon to get a jump on the holidays--for yourself or for those on your gift list. This year, consider a quartet of easy ornaments that combine embroidery and embellishing. Stitch up the season!

Get the free ornament patterns here.

12 Days of Christmas Banner

A partridge in a pear tree takes center stage on this quilted banner. With each pear ornament bearing an embroidered phrase from the much-loved carol, you’ll be singing along every time you pass by.

Get the free quilt pattern here.

Merry and Bright Napkins

Whether you are wanting to whip up a last-minute gift or adorn your own table for the holidays, it’s hard to choose a favorite to stitch from among these versatile embroidery designs.

Get the free embroidery patterns here.

Pink Embroidered Hearts & Flowers

Honor a breast cancer survivor or encourage a friend in her fight against the disease, with an embroidered wall hanging that celebrates courage, support and the love of friends and family.

Get the free quilt pattern here.

Holiday Time Ornaments

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Spring Hats Pincushion

Wool pincushions pose as cute spring hats with embroidery accents and applique flowers.

Get the free pincushion pattern here.

Playful Snowmen Ornaments

Put felt scraps to good use by turning them into merry snowmen ornaments and package trims. Stuffed and assembled with a simple blanket stitch, the little guys wear felt-strip scarves and vibrant stocking caps topped with pom-poms.

Get the free ornament pattern here.

Metallic Fireworks Pillow

Add patriotic bursts to a plain pillow with simple machine straight-stitching. The dark blue background serves as a night sky for the red and white metallic sparklers.

Get the instructions here.