Stitch Into Spring

Embroidery Pattern
 overview
pg 1
shopping list

pg 2
beginner basics + terms

pg 3
transferring your pattern

pg 4
threading your needle
securing your stitches
knotting your end

pg 5
finishing the back of your hoop

pg 6
FAQ library

pg 7
pattern template

pg 8
colour

pg 9
stitch guide

pg 10-11
instructions
 shopping list

Needles - I always use DMC tapestry needles, size 24.

Whatever needle you choose should have, a large eye to
thread the thick floss.

Floss - Your colour guide will provide the numbers for

DMC floss. You can use any type of embroidery floss.

Heat Eraseable Pilot Frixion Pen - These pens erase with

any heat source, either an iron or hair dryer.

Fabric - You have lots of options here. I always go simple with a

cotton quilting fabric from my local fabric store. Broadcloth is a
very afforadable option or a lightweight tight woven linen is an
option. I use Kona(brand) Quilting Cotton Solids.

Embroidery Hoop - I use bamboo embroidery hoops for most

of my projects, similar to these. Any correctly sized hoop that
holds your fabric tightly is great. Your pattern template will
indicate your hoop size.

Small Scissors - I always use little embroidery snips, nothing

fancy but without fail my favourite. They are lightweight,
sharp and inexpensive. I grabbed a pair on Amazon!
 beginner basics
This is a great place to start if you are just getting started on your
embroidery journey - 5 tips for Beginners video

Strands - each embroidery floss is made of 6 “strands“ of floss. You will

see 6s, or 3s on your pattern. This stands for 3 strands. You will cut your
floss and then gently pull the strands apart. Check out this video about
splitting floss.

Folded Over - A pattern that calls for 12 strands in some places will use
the “folded over“ method of threading your floss. You will thread all 6
strands through your needle, pull The floss till half way folding it with the
needle at the center and tying the ends together. You can use this
method for any number of even floss strands if you struggle with the
thread coming out from the needle.

Floss Length - How much floss should you cut when your working?
Shorter is better. When your floss tangles up, it can be the most
frustrating part so shorter pieces of floss prevent that. About 10-15” is
a good length.

Patience - Your most important tool in this process is patience. Don’t

strive for perfection, I promise its rarely possible to achieve. I make
plenty of mistakes and I’ve stitched hundreds of hoops.
 threading your needle
This tutorial will guide you through the steps of
threading your needle with a few tips. You'll need to
decide or check how many strands you need and split
them if the strands are less than 6.

secure your stitches

This tutorial will guide you through the options.

Best option is to weave your needle under the existing

back stitches 2-4 times securing the tail of your floss.

knotting your end

This tutorial will guide walk you through a simple
knot and a quilters knot.
 transferring your pattern
Video instructions for transferring your pattern with a heat erasable pen can be found
here.

My preferred method is using a pen, pencil or

heat erasable pen (provided in some kit options)
to trace the pattern by laying the fabric on top of
the template and tracing through. You can use a
bright window or light table/pad source.

Transferring can be done a number of ways.

1. Heat Erase Pen (recommended option) using a printed template tracing through
the fabric using either a window or any light source(light pad on amazon, ipad
screen turned up behind), when finished the pen erases with high heat like an iron,
hair dryer or steam. This option can also be done with a regular pencil but it won't
be erasable.
2. Sulky Stick and Dissolve Paper is paper that prints in your normal printer and sticks
to the fabric. You can stitch through this paper and when you are done it dissolves
in warm water.
3. Carbon Paper - this is a non erasable option that sits on top of your fabric but
under the printed template and when you trace over the printed template the
carbon paper transfers to your fabric leaving the lines.
4. Printing on your home printer directly onto the fabric. Using a full sheet of 8.5x11
sticker paper stuck to the back of your fabric to create a stable printable surface.
Then print onto it like normal.
 backing your hoop
This tutorial will guide you in Backing Your Hoop... or check out the instructions
below.

There are many fancy methods for backing your hoop, here is a simple option.

Often I will lay a second layer of fabric once my project is complete to cover all
the messy back and put both layers back into the hoop.

Trim around the edges, leaving about 1“ of

fabric. I like to use pinking sheers(the zig
zag scissors) to avoid fraying but this is
very optional.

Next you will tie a knot in the end of your

floss leaving about 2 inches of tail.
Starting at the bottom middle, do a
running stitch all around the edge fabric.

When you meet back at the bottom

middle take both ends of floss and pull to
cinch the fabric.

I take a few stitches into the thread once I have cinched the fabric to secure
it, tie the two ends together and cut them short.

You are done!! I hope you love your finished project! Display it however you like, whether it’s hung on
the wall, in a modern hoopla frame or resting on shelf, enjoy!!
 faq video library
Click the question to find a video answer to your question.

1. How do I trace my pattern? Tracing written instructions can be found on page

3 of your pattern, as well.
2. How do I put my fabric in my hoop? You'll want to sandwich your fabric
between the inner and outer circles of your embroidery hoop and use the
knob/screw at the top to tighten while pulling around the fabric edges to get
your fabric taut.
3. How do I pull my floss out and how much? I always use about 1 arms length as
a general rule but with time you can gauge this better for your comfort zone.
4. How do I thread my needle? Slowly and with lots of patience. You'll want an
cleanly snipped tip and wetting the tip while flattening it with your fingers
before attempting to slip it through.
5. How do I tie a knot? The video will best explain this one. You can just tie a basic
knot or a quilters knot.
6. How do I end my stitches? The video is your best bet here too.
7. How do I erase my pen marks? If using a pilot frixion pen, high heat will erase
them so either a hair dryer or iron.
8. How do I finish the back of my project? Another great one for the video or
page 6 has your written directions.
pattern template
5”
 colour map

Colour List
DMC 503 DMC 3822
DMC 223 DMC 3865
DMC 21 DMC 3363
DMC 353
DMC 3827
 stitch map

Satin Stitch Flower

French Knot
Leaf Stitch Click each title to
Satin Stitch bring you to each
Stem Stitch YouTube tutorial
Straight Stitch
Woven Wheel
 instructions
1.After transferring your pattern from the
instructions on page 4, its time to start
stitching. If you are new to embroidery, watch
over the frequently asked question section and
beginner info of this PDF.
2. This pattern doesn't need to be stitched in
any particular order so you can work through it
however you'd like. Below I will give a brief
overview and some tips for the stitch order.
3. I started with the large Satin Stitch Flower in
DMC 3865 in 6 strands. I left the french knot middle till a bit later.
4. Next up, I finished the woven wheel next. If you feel concerned you'll
snag it later or ruin it, you can save it till the very end. This is a 12 strand
with DMC 223.
5. I moved onto all the stems and leaves next using a stem stitch and leaf
stitching with 3 strands in DMC 503 and DMC 3363 (follow the colour map
for specifics)
6. The leaves and stem at the base of the flower buds is a straight stitch
using 3 strands.
7. Finishing the flowers around the outside you'll finish in a satin stitches
in 3 strands. Some of those flowers will add small straight stitches on top.
8. Lastly, you'll finish up your French Knots in 6 strands of DMC 3822. I did
one wrap for my french knots. If you are more comfortable wrapping your
French Knots 3 times, switch to 3 strands.
9. It's time to back your hoop. Check out the full page instructions at the
start of your booklet.