Embroidery for Beginners (20+ Patterns)

I always say that the best way to learn how to do something is by doing it.  This is definitely true when it comes to embroidery.  Starting with a beginner embroidery pattern is definitely the best way to go.  If you’d rather start with a kit that comes with supplies, check out my post full of Embroidery Kits for Beginners.

Embroidery for Beginners

If you’ve never done embroidery before, how do you know what a beginner pattern looks like?  Beginner embroidery patterns have simpler stitches and not a lot of filling in of areas.  To make things easy for you, I’ve compiled a list of patterns that I think would be great for anyone just starting out with embroidery.  Some are easier than others.  If you are a true beginner, look for something that is just lines and no filling or fancy stitches.  Some of these are free and others are from Etsy shops that I love to support. 

If you’re new to embroidery, make sure to check out my How to Embroider for Beginners series and learn any stitches you need on my embroidery stitches page.  I have a video for each one!

Beginner Embroidery Patterns

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Embroidery Patterns for Beginners: One Step Up

Kids’ Embroidery Sampler from Swoodson Says

Free Embroidery Sampler Pattern from Cutesy Crafts

Can’t Touch This Pattern from Flamingo Toes

Bird in My Garden from Knack Makings

It’s Raining Rainbows from Shiny Happy World

Ice Cream Cone Mandala from The Spruce Crafts

 

Simple Embroidery Designs: More Practice

Camera Embroidery Pattern from Cutesy Crafts

Roses Outline from Cutesy Crafts

Fall Leaf Pattern from Cutesy Crafts

Blossom from Shiny Happy World

Foggy Forest Pattern from Naive Needle

Forest Pattern from Beth Colletti

Cactus Trio from Wandering Threads Art

Woodland Christmas Pattern from Little Dear Tracks

 

Embroidery Ideas to Sharpen Skills

Floral Deer Pattern from Flamingo Toes

Insect Pattern Set from i heart stitch art

Unicorn Pattern from Hawthorn Handmade

Sloth Easy Embroidery Pattern

State Embroidery Patterns from The Niesen Nest

Rainbow Sampler Pattern from Cutesy Crafts

Bloom Hand Embroidery Pattern from Cutesy Crafts

 

Beginner Embroidery FAQ

What does a beginner need for embroidery?

• fabric
• thread
• needles
• a hoop
• tracing supplies

See my post on 5 Essential Embroidery supplies for details.

Is embroidery a cheap hobby?

Embroidery is a very inexpensive hobby.  You only need a few supplies to get started and you can embroider on almost any fabric.

I hope you enjoyed this list of flower embroidery patterns.  Be sure to check out my other hand embroidery designs for more inspiration.  Happy stitching and remember that it doesn’t have to be perfect to be beautiful!

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