1000 Best Embroidery Projects

If you think embroidery is reserved for your grandma’s throw pillow collection, you need to check out these stitchin’ DIY projects. Embroidery is coming back in a big way (thank you, Lauren Conrad), and this old-school skill isn’t just reserved for hoops and cross stitch projects. Modern embroidery = cool typography, trendy geometric patterns and some seriously rad fashion accessories. And embroidery doesn’t stop at fabric — you can throw a stitch on any material: sneakers, floral wreaths, wood planters and printed photos. Just check out these 21 DIY embroidery projects. If you’re still feeling intimidated, boost your skills

DIY Embroidered Sneakers: All the other kids will be jealous of your stitched-up kicks this spring. Spruce up a boring pair of white sneakers with abstract patterns and geometric embroidery.

DIY Giant Embroidery Picnic Blanket: It’s almost time to pull out the picnic baskets and head outside for some stylish outdoor dining.

DIY Pom Pom Market Tote: Spruce up your grocery tote with a selection of pom pom fruit and a cheeky embroidered greeting.

DIY Embroidered Instagrams: If you’re a Snapchat fiend, you already know all about doodling all over your fave photos.

DIY Floral Wreath: Look again — the embroidery involved in this project is super subtle. Use embroidery thread to add detailing to a few petals and leaves for an extra fancy floral wreath that’ll have your friends wondering just what is it that adds the extra oomph

DIY Embroidered Notebook: You’ve painted and drawn on your notebooks, but have you ever embroidered a pineapple on the cover? Once you’ve nailed the backstitch, you can embroider pretty much anything you want on every notebook you own.

DIY Embroidered Bouquet: If you want to go a more traditional route with your embroidery, check out these DIY techniques for how to nail the different flowers and textures. Frame it in a hoop, or use your new florals on a white T-shirt.