20 Beautiful Embroidery Ideas And Projects For Everybody

Embroidery projects are what a lot of people would call tedious and while they do sometimes take ridiculous amounts of time to finish they are also very rewarding in the end. The sheer amount of detail that goes into an embroidery project is always impressive. Of course, that’s not to say they’re always difficult or time-consuming. There are some really great embroidery ideas that aren’t as demanding as one might expect but that do look extraordinary when finished. 

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Floral designs are always pretty and some would call them timeless. Flowers never really go out of style and that means they can be incorporated into all sorts of different designs and projects. This embroidered bouquet is beautiful in a chic and modern way. It’s simple but at the same time quite detailed. Check out downgrapevinelane if you ever want to make something similar. 

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Leaf patterns and designs are often associated with fall-themed projects but they’re also really versatile. They can look great as decorations all year round, especially when the design is not necessarily realistic. We really love the leaf embroidery pattern featured on cutesycrafts because it has this graphical and simple look but it’s also quirky with all the different colors and shapes. 

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Going back to floral designs, here’s one that also includes a message. It includes three different types of flowers with different colors and shapes, with cute leaves and branches to round it all out. It’s not a difficult embroidery pattern and it’s a really pretty one which makes is a great choice for beginners. Check it out on dabblesandbabbles

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What’s lovely about most embroidery patterns and designs is the fact that they’re so delicate and intricate. This design from downgrapevinelane reflects that in a really cool way. The pattern is fairly simple but there are also of little details that help it stand out. Also, the colors used are soft and go really well together in this particular combination. 

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Embroidery is not always just decorative. There are many different aspects and versions to take into consideration and, as always, lots of creative ways to incorporate them into everyday life. A particularly interesting idea comes from findingpinsandneedles. That’s where we came across these cute sleeves that you can make for cups and various other things. 

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If you want to take on a bigger project, how about a collection of embroidery designs that you can display on a wall? You could turn that into a gallery wall and a focal point for the room. Each design can be different and unique and you can combine different themes and styles or you could stick with a single one, based on your preference. Check out this reverse embroidery hoop monogram from flaxandtwine if you want some inspiration. 

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Once you start learning various stitches and embroidery techniques you can come up with interesting ways to mix and match them or to incorporate them into original designs and projects. Start with something simple like the granite stitch which is super simple and useful for making petals and cute daisies. Learn the basics of the technique andstitches and come up with your own ways of incorporating it into future embroidery projects. 

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If you like embroidering, you can come up with lots of different ways to use this on all sorts of occasions and for all sorts of different projects. For example, you could make something cool for Halloween. This embroidered silhouette featured on lostmom is the perfect example of how you can put your skills to use. It has a spooky vibe but it’s also colorful, fresh and very quirky. 

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Of course, all of these cool embroidery ideas may seem cool but still inaccessible and overly complicated if you’re not yet familiar with the basics. So let’s start from the beginning: learning how to use an embroidery hoop. It’s easy to get the hang off and there are plenty of tips that can help you. You can find all the instructions on theseamanmom if you’re interested. 

Design or embroidery pattern

Not all embroidery projects are super detailed and meticulous. Some can be quite simple and straightforward, like this cute hello sign featured on lostmom for example. It has cute pom-poms at the top and it’s colorful and cheerful. You can make something like this for your entryway, to greet your guests and to set a friendly mood. 

Design or embroidery pattern

Embroidery can be a nice hobby that one can learn at any age. One can develop a passion for it as a kid or can discover it later on, but either way, it’s best to start simple and to develop from there. A nice little embroidery project that one can start with is described on createwithmom along with several other arts and crafts ideas. It’s merely a flower but it has plenty of detail and it’s a great starter project that uses basic techniques. 

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There are also other types of projects inspired by various embroidery designs but which don’t actually rely on this technique. One is featured on sustainmycrafthabit and shows how you can make stenciled succulent hoop art. It involves paint instead of embroidery thread and it’s a really cool project to try in your spare time. 

Stay Wild Embroidery Hoop – a Free Pattern

A lot of embroidery designs rely on templates. This one depicts a cheetah and while it may not be as intricate and detailed as others are, it’s great for practicing several stitches and techniques on. You can find the template and the stitch guide on bustleandsew and if you’re feeling up to the task you can customize or expand the design to include more details. 

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Roses are a symbol of love and beauty and they’re appreciated for their delicate shape. That beauty can be immortalized in many different ways. Embroidery is one of the arts that can do that with lots of details. If you want to see just how much detail can go into a single embroidered rose, check out this tutorial on pamashdesigns

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The embroidery hoop, as you may know already, is actually a really versatile item that can be used in all sorts of different DIY projects and crafts, not all actually related to the art of embroidery per se. For instance, this is a lovely Christmas ornament that can be made using an embroidery hoop. It has a cute polka dot pattern as a background and various ribbons and ornaments as decorations. You can definitely squeeze in more details with some actual embroidery although it’s not necessary. Check out the tutorial on delineateyourdwelling

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Although typically when we think of embroidery we associate it with very meticulous and intricate patterns and designs, that’s not necessarily what it’s all about. Here’s how you can use simple stitches and embroidery techniques to make something unique and truly wonderful. You can turn kids’ artwork into cute ornaments and decorations by embroidering the patterns. It’s such a clever and magnificent idea. You can find out more about it on swoodsonsays

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Simple stitches and lines are perfect for learning as a beginner but rather than just practicing them without an actual design or final goal in mind, it could be nice to actually incorporate them into a pattern. Check out this simple arrow pattern from craftfoxes which is centered around this very idea. It’s a perfect embroidery project for an absolute beginner. 

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Practice makes perfect and we all know nothing looks great when you first try it out. With that in mind, here’s another cute embroidery project meant to help you practice your stitches while making something fun that you can actually put on display afterwards. It may not the most detailed design out there but it doesn’t try to be that either. Check it out on pamashdesigns

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Instead of using someone else’s design or embroidery pattern, you can create your own. That way you can have a design that’s special and unique, one that has a deeper meaning. First you sketch it on paper and then you transfer it onto the canvas. The tutorial on aliciasivert is designed to explain this process and how it can be done easily and correctly.