🧵 Beginner’s Guide to Paper Embroidery 🌷 Part 1

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Beginner’s Guide to Paper Embroidery (Everything You Need to Know) - Part 1

Paper embroidery is one of the easiest ways to start stitching — especially if traditional fabric embroidery feels intimidating.

Instead of fabric and hoops, you stitch directly onto cardstock. The holes are pre-marked, so your needle knows exactly where to go.

Why Beginners Love Paper Embroidery

• No embroidery hoop required

• No fabric bunching

• Small, manageable projects

• Clear stitch placement

• Faster to complete

Basic Supplies You’ll Need

• Medium-weight cardstock (#60 works beautifully)

• Embroidery floss (DMC recommended)

• Embroidery needle

• Push pin or thumb tack

• Scissors

How It Works (Simple Overview)

1. Print your pattern at 100% scale
   

   

2. Pre-punch holes using a push pin

   

3. Stitch outlines first

   

4. Fill in petals and shapes

   

5. Add details like French knots

   
   
   

Paper embroidery is structured, relaxing, and incredibly satisfying for beginners. Stay tuned for Part 2 for additional details.

If you’d like a printable pattern to practice these stitches, I have beginner-friendly paper embroidery templates available in my shop.

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Becca

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