20 Embroidery Projects

If you ever wanted to do embroidery but never got around to easy projects you could try, then you should begin with these fun and simple ones. 

You will find projects that are so basic, you and the kids can start learning how to do embroidery together. 

What can you make with embroidery?

Here are some things that you can make with embroidery:

1. Customized clothing (this is a great way to make something with your old jeans).
2. Wall hangings for your room.
3. Keychains (these make easy gifts for graduation parties or weddings).

These are just three of the endless list of crafts that you can make and sell with embroidery.

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If you need some inspiration getting started, grab your embroidery kit (like these all-in-one sets here) and let’s have some fun. 

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20 Fun Embroidery Projects You Will Love

1. Silk Bookmark

Have a family member or friend that loves reading? Well, here is a lovely silk embroidery bookmark you can gift them. It’s simple and easy to make and won’t take so much of your time. 

2. Christmas Tree Pattern

This delightful Christmas tree pattern done in the Chicken Scratch embroidery style is the perfect way to add some bit of personality to your home décor during the holidays. 

3. Winter Hoop Wreath

Looking for an embroidery project that you can use to decorate your home all through winter? Cheer up your home in the gloomy winter days with this winter greenery embroidery hoop wreath wall art piece. 

4. DIY Sneakers for Teenagers 

Got an old pair of white sneakers? Why not sew in some embroidery patterns and rock the new sneaker in a matter of days? Teenagers will especially love the project, so get them off their phones and enjoy family time with this creative project. 

5. Gift for Dad

Sometimes, getting dad something for father’s day can be tricky. After all, daddy always has everything! But I bet he doesn’t have anything embroidered. Here is a great yet simple project your older kids can make for their father. 

6. Spring Pattern

Spring is almost here. Get ahead of the game by stitching a ‘hello spring embroidery pattern.’ Chase away those winter blues while making this pretty little spring pattern.

7. Cute Pin Cushion

There can never be too many pin cushions for anyone who loves to sew, embroider, or quilt. Here is a cute embroidery project to store your needles.

8. Halloween Decoration

This haunted Halloween embroidery project is a great addition to your decorations. Add some little potion bottles next to it, and you have unique holiday décor. 

9. Snowflake Ornament

This hand-stitched snowflake embroidery hoop ornament will make a perfect gift idea. And the best thing about the design is that it can easily be customized for any time of the year. 

10. Girly Picnic Blanket

Here is a beautiful embroidered picnic blanket ideal for picnics. It does make an inexpensive DIY wedding gift idea too. 

11. Vintage Style Dish Towels

Class up your dish towels with these vintage embroidery patterns.

12. Farmhouse Tea Towel

This fun and easy to create redwork chicken tea towel will make a unique addition to your kitchen. 

13. Quick Hoop Wreath

Another quick and frugal spring embroidery hoop wreath to welcome those beautiful spring butterflies. 

14. St. Patrick’s Day Hoop with Felt Buttons

This embroidery with felt buttons is a unique St. Patrick’s day project you will enjoy making! You can easily change the buttons to fit any holiday. 

15. Rainbow Project for Kids

Stuck indoors with the kids? Here is a fantastic rainbow embroidery project that can keep them busy for hours. 

16. Kid-friendly Ice Cream Cone Craft

Another super fun kid-friendly hand embroidery ice cream cone project. 

17. Floral Bouquet with French Knots

Here’s a gorgeous embroidered bouquet project for someone who isn’t a complete noob with needlework. 

18. Minimalist Dinner Napkins

The perfect little project with such a big impact! Jazz up your dinner napkins with these hearts for those special occasions.

19. Easy Beginner Embroidery Project

This beginner-friendly embroidery project is a great way to try out a new skill. 

20. Plant Lady Pattern

Here is the perfect gift idea for that person in your life with a green thumb but cannot sew anything to save their lives!

There you go! Unique embroidery projects to keep you off the screen for several days. 

Before you go, don’t forget to pin this list to your craft ideas board on Pinterest to refer back to it when you need it.