Another fun round-up, this one showcasing the humble bee embroidery pattern! Bees feel like they’ve been popular for a while and I’m a fan. It really feels like winter’s over when I start to see bees buzzing around and the flowers start to bloom so these patterns are giving me a little spark of springtime joy! What do you like about bee motifs, do you think?
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Bee embroidery patterns
I love how layered this one is, a sweet garden stitching scene with a tiny bee from Lauren Wright/Molly and Mama, found in her book Pretty Handmades: Felt and Fabric Sewing Projects to Warm Your Heart.
This gorgeous thread painted bee embroidery pattern from Emilie Ferriss is so intricate! I’ve never tried this style before and her work is so inspiring.
Super detailed, ornate geometric bee pattern from Why Not Stitches. I love the background details and how layered the finished pattern feels.
Free flora and bee design from Hodge Podge Craft, I love the little snail too!
A simple bumblebee embroidery kit from I Heart Stitch Art, this feels like an anatomical sketch almost, I love it.
A wildflower and bee embroidery pattern from Florals and Floss, this reminds me of our favorite hiking trail.
A folksy, minimalist bee pattern from Rik Rack, this has a unique vibe.
A quirky beehive hairdo embroidery pattern from Shiny Happy World!
Bee in a field of flowers pattern from Lou Stitches Shop, I like the way the flowers are laid out in this one.
Floral wreath and bee pattern from Hoop Embroidery Co.
A beautiful beehive with tiny bees buzzing around, from Magnus & Quill.
Not pictured:
- A punny free bee hand embroidery pattern from Whistle & Lively.
Cecilia
Sunday 21st of February 2021
Love all!!
Melanee Phillips
Sunday 2nd of August 2020
Love bees and beehives! I live in the beehive state. 😊
Patti
Tuesday 28th of July 2020
Hi, Stephanie, I don’t know if you mentioned this or someone else did but Farmhouse Fabrics acquired all the Bluprint embroidery kits and they are selling them at a good price. Your readers will need to hop on it as they are going fast!
Stephanie - Swoodson Says
Tuesday 28th of July 2020
Hi Patti! It wasn't me, that is pretty cool, thank you! Will share it in next week's newsletter if there are any left, some of my fav designers on there :)