Nothing beats a handmade gift! DIY gifts are bursting with special value and often stay with the recipient for a lifetime. This pattern walks you through creating your own hand embroidery piece which you can treat your loved ones to this Christmas. It is also an awesome way to create affordable Christmas decor for your own home that you can reuse ever year! As a bonus, there are 9 pre-sized Christmas greetings/sayings for you to choose from - Noel, Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Season's Greetings, Let it Snow, Hope, Joy, Peace and Merry & Bright.
This pattern utilizes one and two strand embroidery stitches. While the stitches used are easy, the application is quite delicate. I recommend this pattern for intermediate level embroiderers that have confidence in executing small details.
Your purchase includes:
1) A 'Pattern' file This file is is 18 pages long and includes the following:
-Supply list -Printable pattern in two sizes (to fit 5 inch and 6 inch hoops) -Printable text for eight extra Christmas sayings should you wish to change it -Pattern guide for suggested colours and stitches -Basic written steps for what order to complete your stitches -Terms of use
2) An 'Embroidery Guide' This file is 24 pages long and contains the following:
-Detailed information on supplies and what to look for when purchasing them -My personal tips to help make your embroidery experience as easy as possible -A stitch glossary that illustrates how to execute the stitches used in my patterns -Terms of use
The stitches used in this pattern include:
-Back stitch -Chain stitch -Colonial knots -Satin stitch -Stem stitch -Split stitch
The pattern is written in English.
Contains:
- Pattern File in A4 format
- Embroidery Guide in A4 format
- Supplies List
Materials you need at home:
- Calico fabric or similar
- Embroidery hoop, 5 or 6 inch
- Embroidery needle(s)
- Scissors
- DMC embroidery floss
- Pen to transfer pattern
Ell Violet
I am a mixed media artist whose work focuses on celebrating the beauty of flora and fauna. My pieces combine delicate embroidered elements with painting, bead work and sequins.
I began offering hand embroidery patterns as a way to share my enjoyment of the process with others. Whether you are a complete beginner or seasoned creator, I hope you find something that inspires you!
If you purchase a pattern and would like to share your work, please don't hesitate to tag me @ellvioletdesign on Instagram. I would love to see what you come up with :)