I started doing hand embroidery about three years ago as a way to keep my hands busy but try and distract my mind. Really, it was something I could do while I watched TV without feeling like I was absolutely rotting. Since then, I've branched out to ...
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Getting Started
Storage
Personalized Projects
Getting Started
These are such high quality, and I use them all the time.
Kits are a great way to get started! You can learn the stitches, and not need to worry about colors or having enough thread or anything like that. Super low pressure.
Unittype 4 Set Embroidery Kit for Beginners
Having high quality thread absolutely can make a difference, but this is a great set to get you started.
Caydo 244-Piece Embroidery Kit with 100 Colors Threads
DMC is my go-to as I've become more advanced with this little hand hobby. Threads are high quality, and their website is FULL of free patterns and other resources.
Embroidery Floss
I was making a bunch of holiday gifts last year, and using these saved my fingers from the gripping and all that nonsense.
Zonon 20Pcs Silicone Finger Tips Protector
A lot of the starter kits come with needles, but they've broken on me before. Definitely get some good quality needles.
DMC Embroidery Needles - Michaels Product Page
Storage
Once you really pick up the hand embroidery hobby, you're going to want one of these carts for all of your stuff. Plus, the wheels and easy-roll make it perfect to scoot around the house with you.
3 Tier Mesh Utility CartWalmart.com
Seriously, these carts are great. Just make sure you get one on wheels.
Amazon Basics 3-Tier Rolling Utility Cart
Personalized Projects
Gives me clean designs and makes it very clear what I'm working toward.
Stick N Stitch Wash Away Stabilizer 12 Sheets
These are great for little accents or additions to other designs.
Peel & Stick Embroidery Transfer Paper - Water Soluble
You can draw your designs on with regular pen, but I've had issues with bleeding and such. I prefer to use these heat pens.
DMC Embroidery Transfer Pen, Blue
The DMC website has so many free patterns once you feel more comfortable and want to branch out from the starter kits.
Free Patterns - DMC
Having fun fabric as your background for your hoops is a great way to make a simple design really pop. I did a bunch of plaids and winter seasonal to make ornaments for my friends and family.
