Whether you’re stitching flowers, animals, or more abstract designs, plan to devote many hours to these projects. Of course, the result will be well worth it. And if you’re not quite ready to tackle a project of this size yet, use these patterns as an inspiration to work towards as you improve your embroidery skills. Designer Chloe Redfern has many more patterns that are equally impressive, and you’re sure to find a design to jump into. Cockerel Embroidery Pattern, $7.45, Chloe Redfern via Etsy Plus, who doesn’t want to show off their fierce embroidery skills with an animal that’s just as amazing? Tiger Face Hand Embroidery Pattern from DMC Oscar’s Bouquet Embroidered Pillow Kit from Sublime Stitching Of course, with a pattern this detailed, it will take some time, patience, and advanced satin stitching skills. The downloadable pattern includes a full stitch and color guide so you can create your own masterpiece. Floral Stained Glass PDF Embroidery Pattern, $7, Stitch in the Matrix via Etsy Even though it’s worked in basic stitches, the techniques for achieving the overlapping lines and crisp corners are more advanced and require great attention to detail. Coloris Kaleidoscope Pattern from Needle ’n’ Thread After you’ve finished the embroidery, sew him into a little toy that’s perfect for gifting to kids. Beaver Embroidery Kit, $24, Kiriki Press via Etsy
