In this class, you’re going to be creating a pretty hand embroidered wreath of roses with a monogram in the centre. Even if you’re a complete beginner to hand embroidery or stitching, I will show you everything you’ll need to know to be up and stitching in no time. This pretty project will be framed in a 4” embroidery hoop, ready to hang. You can display this project in your own home or office, and it also makes a great gift. You will learn the following:

- how to select your materials and what you’ll need

- how to transfer your pattern to your fabric

- preparing to stitch with basics such as threading your needle and cutting your floss to the right length

- how to do three basic embroidery stitches for the hoop (backstitch, leaf stitch and woven wheel roses)

- how to finish off the back of your hoop with felt and the blanket stitch

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If you wish, take pictures to document your progress on your project. I’d love to see your project photos and comments in the class project gallery, go to the "Projects and Resources" tab and click "Create Project." It’s always fun seeing your embroidery come to life!

MATERIALS NEEDED:

Fabric for embroidering onto (fine linen or cotton), 7" x 7"
Felt for backing, 4" x 4"
4" embroidery hoop
Embroidery needle
Scissors
Embroidery floss (four colours -- DMC 4030, 3607, 3832, 3799 recommended)
Straight pins
Water soluble pen or Frixion pen
Sewing thread (can match felt colour)
Printed pattern (download below and print)

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LINKED RESOURCES:

Link to bobbin winding and storage tutorial
Link to a tutorial reviewing different needle threaders and which is best for you
Link to a further tutorial on transferring your pattern to fabric with several options for transferring
Link to a tutorial on how to wash your stitched piece before framing in the hoop
Join the Peacock Lounge to download the free "Joy" embroidery pattern featured in the tutorial
PDF hand embroidery pattern with full colour image, printable pattern, alphabet chart and stitching map (download under "Resources")

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Ari Stessens

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