Create Beautiful Hand-Embroidered Napkins
Everything you need to transform plain linen into heirloom treasures
🧵Heirloom Bloom
Elegant, detailed botanical embroidery
2-3 hours🥂Modern Monogram
Simple letters with decorative accents
45 minutes🌸 Minimalist Sprig
Delicate, every popular, simple floral design
30 minutes🧵 Gather Your Supplies
🎯 Your Step-by-Step Guide
Print Your Pattern
Download and print at 100% scale (no scaling!). Place your linen napkin directly over the printed pattern - the fabric is translucent enough to see through.
Trace with Confidence
Using your water-soluble pen, trace the pattern onto your napkin. Don't worry about perfection - the marks will disappear completely with water!
Secure in Hoop
Place fabric in hoop - taut but not stretched. The fabric should feel like a drum when you tap it gently.
Split Your Floss
DMC floss has 6 strands. Use 3 strands for bold lines, 2 for delicate work. This gives you control over your design's weight.
Start Stitching
Begin from the center and work outward. Take your time - this is meant to be relaxing! Put on your favorite show or podcast.
Rinse & Press
When complete, rinse in cool water to remove pen marks. Iron with spray starch for that crisp, professional finish.
🪡 Master These 6 Essential Stitches
Running Stitch
Basic dashed line - perfect for borders and simple outlines
Backstitch
Creates solid lines - ideal for text and defined shapes
Satin Stitch
Fills small areas smoothly - great for petals and leaves
French Knots
Adds texture and dimension - perfect for flower centers
Lazy Daisy
Quick flower petals - the easiest way to add florals
Stem Stitch
Flowing lines - beautiful for vines and curved text
💡 Secrets for Success
Test First
Practice on a scrap corner before starting your main design
Natural Light
Stitch by a window - your eyes will thank you!
Start Simple
Master one stitch before adding complexity
📐 Pattern Creation Guide
For 6"x6" Cocktail Napkins
Canvas: 1200 x 1200 pixels (300 DPI)
Pattern size: 4"x4" maximum
Perfect for: Corner monograms, small motifs
For 20"x20" Dinner Napkins
Canvas: 3600 x 3600 pixels (300 DPI)
Pattern size: 12"x12" maximum
Perfect for: Large botanicals, full designs
