Welcome to today’s embroidery lesson! In this post, you’ll learn how to make the Broken Chain Stitch — a beautiful variation of the classic chain stitch that adds a unique textured look to your designs. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to expand your stitch collection, this step-by-step video tutorial will guide you through each part of the process with ease. Grab your needle and thread, and let’s start stitching this elegant design together!
Video Tutorial below
Now that you’ve learned the Broken Chain Stitch, try adding it to your floral patterns, borders, or decorative motifs to bring extra charm and texture to your embroidery work. Keep practicing to get smooth and even stitches, and soon it’ll become one of your favorites to use. Don’t forget to watch the full video tutorial for clear step-by-step guidance and more stitching tips. Happy embroidery! 🌸
Welcome back to the Flower Embroidery Series! 🌸
It’s a joy to have you here again as we create our fourth design — a bright and cheerful Lazy Daisy Sunflower. Using the same easy lazy daisy stitches, this flower gets its sunny look with layers of golden petals and a cluster of French knots at the centre. It’s simple yet striking, perfect for adding warmth and a pop of color to your fabric. Learn how to make this beautiful sunflower in the video tutorial below and bring a touch of sunshine to your embroidery garden! 🌞
Centre of flower - French Knots - 6 strands, 1 wrap
Stem - whipped back stitch - 3 strands
Leaf - Herringbone stitch - 3 strands
Your sunflower now glows beautifully with golden petals and a textured centre of French knots. 🌻 It’s amazing how a few simple stitches can capture the brightness of a real sunflower. Keep experimenting with different thread shades to make your flowers even more lively. In the next post, we’ll explore another unique floral design to make your embroidery garden bloom with even more colors and creativity.
Welcome back to the Flower Embroidery Series! 🌸
It’s lovely to have you here again as we move on to our third design — the pretty Lazy Daisy flower. This stitch is one of the most fun and relaxing ones to learn, creating soft, petal-like loops that instantly bring your fabric to life. Whether you’re stitching it on a saree, kurti, or cushion, this simple flower adds a touch of elegance and charm. So, let’s pick up the needle and make these lazy daisies bloom beautifully! 🌼✨
And just like that, your Lazy Daisy flower has come to life — soft, delicate, and full of charm. 🌸 With just a few loops and stitches, you’ve created petals that look effortlessly graceful. Keep practicing this stitch to create clusters or borders of daisies that brighten any fabric. In the next post, we’ll continue adding new blooms to your embroidery garden, one stitch at a time. 🌼✨
It’s wonderful to have you here again as we move to our next design — a cute and easy round flower made with straight stitches. This pattern is simple to follow and perfect for adding a neat, cheerful touch to your fabric. With just a few stitches, you’ll create a lovely round bloom that pairs beautifully with your first 8-petal flower. Let’s begin stitching and make your embroidery garden grow even brighter! 🌼
And there you have it — a sweet little round flower stitched with ease and charm. 🌸 It’s amazing how a few straight stitches can create such a bright and cheerful design. Keep practicing and combining these flowers to form your own patterns. In the next post, we’ll explore another beautiful floral design to add more variety to your embroidery garden. 🌼✨
Ever since people first picked up a needle and thread, flowers have been a favorite muse for embroidery. They tell stories of seasons, celebrations, and simple joys—each petal stitched carrying its own little charm. I still remember the first time I embroidered a tiny daisy; it wasn’t perfect, but it bloomed with pride on my fabric and sparked a love for floral designs that has never faded.
This blog series is my way of sharing that joy with you. Together, we’ll explore different stitches and patterns that turn plain fabric into a garden of creativity. From simple blossoms to intricate floral motifs, you’ll discover how each design can add beauty, elegance, and a personal touch to your embroidery journey.
Every embroidery journey begins with something simple yet meaningful. For me, it was the straight stitch—one of the easiest stitches, yet capable of creating delicate little blossoms. I still remember my first 8-petal flower, stitched with two bright colors. It wasn’t perfect, but it bloomed beautifully on the fabric and gave me the confidence to keep going.
In this tutorial, we’ll start with that same flower—an easy 8-petal design using only straight stitches. With just two colors of thread, you’ll see how simplicity can turn into charm.
Step by Step Photos
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1 Straight stitch in each petal
Small Straight stitches on both sides of the previous stitches
1 French knot in the centre. Add 6 more french knots around it.
Centre of flower - 290 (12 strands) - French knot, 1 wrap
And there you have it—a tiny flower, stitched with nothing more than straight lines and a splash of two colors. 🌼 It’s proof that even the most basic stitch can create something delightful. Think of this flower as the first seed in your embroidery garden. In the next tutorial, we’ll learn another floral design that adds more detail and texture, helping your fabric bloom even further. 🌹
Welcome to our needlepoint journey! In this post, we’ll be exploring the Norwich Stitch, also known as the Waffle Stitch—a beautiful and textured design that adds depth and charm to your canvas. Perfect for both beginners and experienced stitchers, this stitch creates a raised, woven look that’s eye-catching yet easy to master. Whether you’re working on a decorative piece or enhancing your needlepoint sampler, the Norwich/Waffle Stitch is a wonderful technique to add variety and elegance to your work.
Here’s a sample design using the Norwich/Waffle Stitch to inspire your creativity. The colorful arrangement beautifully highlights the textured, woven effect of this stitch. By experimenting with different thread shades, you can achieve striking patterns that bring depth and vibrance to your needlepoint projects. This design shows how easily the Norwich Stitch can transform simple squares into a stunning centerpiece.
This colorful sample showcases the beauty of the Norwich/Waffle Stitch. If you’d like to learn how to make it step by step, I’ve shared a detailed video tutorial also —don’t miss it!
This stitch is an excellent addition to your needlepoint stitch samplers and needlepoint projects. I’d love to see your creations and hear your thoughts, so feel free to share them in the comments.
Want more needlepoint stitch ideas? Check out all my tutorials on this page here and start stitching something new today!
“Keep experimenting with stitches, and let your creativity shine through every design!”
Looking for an easy and fun embroidery design to try? 🌸 The fly stitch flower is just perfect for beginners! It’s simple to learn, relaxing to stitch, and creates such a pretty floral pattern that you can use on sarees, kurtis, or even little fabric projects. In this post, I’ll show you how to make this design step by step, and you’ll also get a free pattern to practice with. Grab your needle and thread—it’s time to make something beautiful!
If you’d like to see this design in action, I’ve also made a step-by-step video tutorial on YouTube. 🎥 Watching the stitches being worked makes it even easier to follow along, especially if you’re a beginner. You can check out the video through the link below and stitch along with me at your own pace.
pattern for the design
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Stitches & Threads (Anchor embroidery threads)
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Long stems - Double knot stitch - 3 strands - 936
Big leaves - Leaf stitch - 3 strands - 267
Small stems - stem stitch - 3 strands - 267
Medium size leaves - Twisted chain stitch with a lazy daisy around - 3 strands - 267
Centre of flower - Weaving stitch - 3 strands - 316
Flower petals - Fly stitch - 3 strands - 298
Around weaving stitch - French knots - 6 strands, 1 wrap - 936
Outline of petals - Back stitch - 3 strands - 316
Embroidery is all about enjoying the journey, so don’t worry if your stitches aren’t perfect at first. With a little practice, you’ll find yourself getting smoother and more confident. The fly stitch flower is such a versatile design—you can use it as a tiny accent, turn it into a border, or combine it with other stitches to create beautiful floral patterns. Experiment with colors, fabrics, and ideas, and let your creativity bloom with every stitch. 🌸🧵✨
