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Looking for fresh embroidery inspiration?
If you love stitching beauty into fabric, you’re in exactly the right place. Whether you’re brand new to hand embroidery or you’ve been filling hoops with flowers and quotes for years, this section of Crafts on Display is here to keep your needle moving and your creativity flowing.
We’ve gathered hundreds of free embroidery patterns and tutorials from talented makers across the world. You’ll find beginner guides, modern designs, classic florals, seasonal pieces, and plenty of sweet little projects you can finish in a weekend (or even a lazy afternoon).
What You’ll Find Here
Our embroidery section is all about inspiration, learning, and sharing. You can expect:
- Free embroidery patterns for all skill levels
- Step-by-step tutorials that show you exactly how it’s done
- Seasonal and holiday embroidery ideas
- Mini hoop projects and samplers
- Modern and minimalist designs
- Floral motifs, lettering, and cute characters
- Tips, tricks, and beginner help
We love embroidery because it’s simple to start, soothing to work on, and endlessly creative. Whether you’re stitching onto a hoop, clothing, home decor, or a gift, there’s just something magical about watching your thread bring a design to life.
New to Embroidery? Start Here!
Hand embroidery is a super beginner-friendly craft, and you don’t need much to get started:
- Embroidery hoop (a 4″ or 6″ wooden hoop is great for beginners)
- Embroidery needle (sharp tip, big eye)
- Embroidery floss (start with 6-strand cotton)
- Fabric (cotton or linen works well – even an old pillowcase will do!)
- Small scissors
- A water-soluble pen or pencil for transferring your design
Start with a pattern that uses basic stitches like:
- Backstitch
- Satin stitch
- Lazy daisy
- French knot
- Running stitch
Many of the beginner patterns we share include diagrams, close-up photos, or video tutorials to help you learn these stitches at your own pace.
Pro tip: Don’t aim for perfection – embrace the wobbles! That’s part of what makes handmade work so special.
Returning Stitchers, We’ve Got You Too
Already familiar with the basics? Awesome! We feature tons of projects to help you level up your skills or just try something fresh:
- Try out a modern geometric sampler
- Dive into thread painting for realistic textures
- Stitch on clothing or denim jackets for a wearable twist
- Mix things up with bold typography or funny quotes
- Use variegated threads or specialty floss for a new effect
- Learn new stitches like herringbone or bullion knots
Plus, we’re always updating with seasonal favorites like spring florals, Halloween motifs, holiday ornaments, and sweet little Valentine’s Day hearts.
Embroidery Is More Than Just Hoops
Don’t get us wrong – we love a good hoop for display. But embroidery can go way beyond framed wall art. Some fun ideas to try:
- Embroider a tote bag or zipper pouch
- Add a small design to a baby bib, T-shirt, or apron
- Create bookmarks or patches
- Make felt ornaments with embroidered details
- Stitch on paper, felt, or even wood for a twist
Once you get the hang of it, embroidery becomes one of those peaceful, go-to crafts you can do while watching a show, sitting outside, or winding down at the end of the day.
Want to Share Your Embroidery Pattern or Tutorial?
We love supporting and promoting indie makers and designers! If you’ve created an original embroidery pattern or a helpful tutorial, we’d be thrilled to feature it.
Here’s how to submit your embroidery work:
- Make sure it’s a free pattern or tutorial (we link to your site)
- Include clear photos and step-by-step instructions if possible
- Time to fill out the form!
We’ll review your submission and, if it’s a good fit, include it in our embroidery collection with a link back to you. It’s a great way to get your work seen by fellow crafters and drive traffic to your blog or shop.
Keep Checking Back!
We’re always adding new embroidery patterns and tutorials, so be sure to bookmark this page, pin your favorites, or follow us on social media so you never miss a new design.
Whether you’re stitching for fun, for mindfulness, for decor, or for gifts, we hope this embroidery section helps you feel inspired, supported, and excited to pick up your needle. Happy stitching!