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!
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La Petite Fleur
Hand-stitch the first blooms of spring from easy-to-work-with wool.
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Tulip Garden
Need a gift at the last minute? Use two easy stitches to create a lovely tulip design in redwork on a tea towel.
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Home Improvement
Bright red embroidery overshadows a heart-felt message that’s cleverly disguised in ecru stitching.
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Under-the-Sea Pillow
Combine light blue and pink prints for an updated take on nautical style. An embroidered underwater scene adds whimsy to this pillow.
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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.
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I Love You Pillow
Stitch a subtle love note using a shadow redwork technique of ecru thread on a soft white foundation.
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Seasonal Stitches
Increase your hand-embroidery know-how as you embellish holiday motifs on a set of stuffed wool ornaments.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Spring Hats Pincushion
Wool pincushions pose as cute spring hats with embroidery accents and applique flowers.
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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 free embroidery pattern here.
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