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A reader emailed me asking for suggestions on gifts for hand embroiderers! I love hand sewing and had fun coming up with this list of things that I think are perfect. There is something for everyone, from beginner to experienced, practical and luxurious. If I missed something that you have gifted or received in the past, please leave a comment and I’ll add it!

Need more ideas?

• If you’re looking for smaller options, I have a list of stocking stuffers for people who sew, too!
• If you think the person on your gift list would like to try a different craft, check out these unique craft kits to gift
• 18+ pairs of adorable embroidery scissors

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Gifts for hand embroiderers

Everyone loves getting a shiny new box of floss; how about this fancy DMC Etoile Floss set? It sparkles!

You could also consider:

• some wool embroidery thread; this is hard to find in stores and has such a unique feel to it.
• silk embroidery floss in a beautiful substrate sampler, I’ve never stitched with this but I’m dying to!

You can never have too many scissors, and super cute, kitschy ones are even better! I’d love to receive an adorable llama scissors pair from Crafty Wool Felt.

You could also consider:

• unicorn scissors – the absolute best, these would make anyone smile.
• mermaid scissors- quirky without being cheesy, perfect for the mermaids at heart.

It’s easy to find plain wood embroidery hoops, so mix it up and give them a unique way to display their stitching! These are festive, little Christmas ornament hoops for display from September House

You could also consider:

• beautiful little wooden hoop necklaces – I have three that I haven’t used yet, and they are such high quality.
• unique, scalloped plastic embroidery hoops – I have some of these, they are so much fun!
• pretty oval metal pendant necklace – she has a bunch of free floral embroidery patterns that fit in the frames, too!

 

Snarky labels are perfect for people who make things – highly relatable, unique, and funny! Check out these hilarious options from Ktown Creative, I would totally sew these on to the back of a hoop.

Even if you have a ton of supplies at home, it’s always so nice to get a kit with everything coordinated and taken care of! I am obsessed with this Christmas embroidery kit from Hoffelt And Hooper Co. I rounded up a bunch of other modern embroidery kits for beginners here, with non-holiday options too.

I don’t wear much jewelry but I could totally wear this beautiful needle ring* from Silver Blueberry, it is so pretty. I have a whole post dedicated to sewing themed jewelry, if you want more options!

This sassy seam ripper pin cracks me up, I need it in my life! Buy it at Ric Rac and look at all her other pins while you’re there. There are so many cute enamel pins to choose from; I have a bigger list of sewing & quilting enamel pins here!

Useful and inspiration, this sassy Floss Boss needle minder from Red Gate Stitchery would make anyone smile. I have a whole post dedicated to magnetic needle holders here, with more options!

 

Beechwood embroidery footed frame that sits on a table – this looks like a piece of art! Relatively compact and looks really easy to use. I have a whole post with different embroidery hoop stands here – I haven’t tried one yet but they look handy!

Here are a few other practical gift ideas for people who hand embroider!

• Thread magic – this is a thread conditioner that makes floss easy to sew and harder to tangle
• A thimble – protect your fingers when you’re stitching constantly!
• A magnifying lamp to clip on while stitching, makes it easier to see
• Needle books are so handy to keep track of everything, and this one is so pretty
• An online embroidery class is hard to wrap (ha!) but fun and easy to send by email

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