If you are finding yourself stuck at home dreaming about your new home with your future spouse, you can use your time to learn a new skill! And I’m not talking about becoming fluent in Spanish or being able to rewire a home. There’s a new craft on the market that is very old school – needlepoint. And why not pepper your walls with lovely embroidery designs that you made yourself? The best part is that embroidery stitches can be done while you are watching TV or chatting with family. It’s a wonderful way to pass the time with beautiful results!
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About Embroidery Patterns
Etsy has many different DIY kits for you to make beautiful things for your new home. The examples below are made with all hand embroidery stitches, but it’s necessary to look at the details thoroughly to find out what exactly comes in each kit. You may have to purchase embroidery tools or various types of embroidery needles, so read through what your kit includes so that you are fully equipped to sew all of your lovely embroidery flowers once your kit arrives.
The beautiful cacti pattern below is an example of how some of your supplies may come. Minimally, you should receive your fabric, which is pre-printed with the design. A quality kit should also include thread in a variety of colors. Instructions will include what embroidery stitches to use. Additional embroidery tools, such as a hoop and needles may be included. Just be prepared and read the details of the kit you are considering.
1. Cacti and Succulents Hand Embroidery Kit, $20 (available here)
Embroidery Designs for Your New Home
2. Beginner Floral Embroidery Kit, $11
This kit is perfect for beginners as it mainly focuses on one simple stitch in a repeating pattern. It is the perfect place to begin your embroidery library!
3. Floral Embroidery Kit, $16
With this kit, you can pick one of three patterns. Although they are very similar, there are subtle differences in both color and style. There are a variety of stitches, which is a bit more advanced than the previous one. It is still very manageable for a beginner, though!
4. Modern Succulents, $16
If you want a bit of color added to your succulent collection, this embroidery kit is the one! There are four patterns available, so you can choose one that best suits your style.
5. I Love You Kit, $11
What a great way to show your love! This design would also make a sweet little gift to give to your love on your big day. It’s filled with a variety of embroidery stitches and is super cute to boot.
6. Moon Embroidery Kit, $27
Adore the moon and stars? This adorable kit combines a crescent moon with flowers as a focal point for your wall. Too cute!
7. Hawaiian Scene Kit, $35
Admittedly, this kit that depicts Hanauma Bay isn’t for the faint of heart! This is one of those embroidery designs that include a variety of stitches. Plus, it covers the entire space, which leaves only a bit of fabric along the edges. It sure is lovely, though.
8. Sunset Embroidery Kit, $26
Part mandala, part sunset, this beautiful kit features a dark fabric with a geometric evening skyline as its feature. How pretty, and it’s great for beginners, too. As you can see below, it also includes the hoop, which is a bonus.
9. Laugh in Flowers, $27
If you believe that the earth laughs in flowers, then this happy DIY embroidery kit is for you. It uses a reverse technique by leaving the word area free of embroidery stitches. So cute!
10. Hair Embroidery Design, $9
This beautiful hairstyle kit is perfect for the bride-to-be who is wearing her hair like this on her big day. The little flowers are adorable, and it is a sweet keepsake.
11. Succulent Embroidery Designs, $17
Yay! More succulents. These hanging cuties come in three different embroidery designs, so you can choose the color and style that appeals to you. Coupled with real succulents, this could look so cute on a wall.
12. Hope Floats My Boat Design, $30
What a cute kit! A paper boat floats on a sea of waves in this fabulous, nautical design. It’s not terribly difficult to make, either. Perfect for a house by the ocean – or anywhere, really!
Which is your favorite of these embroidery designs?
Do you have a favorite? There are so many more embroidery designs and DIY kits, and you can see the full collection here. From flowers and words to animals and food, the selection is really vast! And – as always – I stand with small. Find out more about Etsy’s initiative here.
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