9 beautiful Embroidery Patterns for Letters and Words

Today, we are delving into the world of hand embroidery patterns that beautifully incorporate letters and alphabets. hether you want to personalize gifts, create custom home decor, or simply add a touch of elegance to your projects, letter-themed embroidery designs offer endless creative possibilities.

Fancy embroidery designs with words and letters?

So that you don’t have to search for beautiful embroidery patterns for long, I have compiled some of my favorites for you here. From beautiful ornamental fonts to floral swear words, there’s a bit of everything. All embroidery designs are printable PDFs.

1. No Rain No Flowers by Mindful Mantra Designs

Embroidery Pattern: The words 'No rain, no flowers', surrounded by little bees and flowers.
Image: Mindful Mantra Design

This sweet embroidered quote would definitely look lovely on a t-shirt or a tote bag. An easy design, perfect for beginners who want to learn how to embroider delicate words.

2. Chickadee Peony Monogram by Magnus and Quill

Embroidery Design: The letter C adorned with a rose and a chickadee.
Image: Magnus & Quill

Monograms are classic and timeless, making them perfect for adding a personal touch to your embroidery projects. They are ideal for personalized gifts. I particularly like this pattern with the rose and bird.

3. Mantra by The Idle Hands Club

Embroidery Pattern: The words 'Let that Shit go' surrounded by blue flowers.
Image: The Idle Hands Club

This beautifully embroidered mantra is the perfect decoration. Hang the embroidery hoop in your room and let it remind you every day to let go of negative thoughts. Suitable for beginners and advanced embroiderers alike.

4. Floral Swear Words by Get Stitch Done

Embroidery Pattern: The word 'FUCK' filled with flowers, with options below including you, me, it, off.
Image: Get Stitch Done

F* you, me, it, off – with this embroidery pattern, you have the choice! Theresa, the queen of embroidered swear words, offers a whole range of great swear word embroidery patterns. The colors and flowers of this template have particularly caught my eye.

5. Love Yourself by MONA Kollektiv

Embroidery Pattern: The word LOVE in capital letters, with 'yourself' in cursive script on top.

Are you looking for a suitable letter embroidery pattern for a self-care evening? Then my “Love Yourself” embroidery design is just right for you. The combination of delicate and bold fonts gives this embroidery a special expressive power.

6. Star Surfer Whale by The Wildflower Collective

Embroidery Pattern: The name Darcy, featuring a blue whale and a night sky.
Image: The Wildflower Collective

Nowadays, newborn babies are literally overwhelmed with gifts. However, with personalized embroidery, your gift will definitely stand out from the crowd and become something truly special.

7. Tiny Flower Alphabet by Moody Green

An embroidery hoop stitched with small flowers, with the letter A visible in the negative space.
Image: Moody Green

This embroidery pattern is an excellent choice if you love detailed projects. The many small flowers in this monogram embroidery pattern take their time. But the finished result is definitely worth it!

8. Plant Lady by Embroidery by Alba

Embroidery Pattern: The words 'Plant Lady' surrounded by houseplants.
Image: Embroidery by Alba

You’ve become a plant mom/dad during the pandemic? Then you will love this embroidery pattern! The instructions include three different text variations and it’s so much fun to stitch.

9. Be Still and Know by Stitchin with Samantha

Embroidery Pattern: The words 'Be Still and Know' in a circle around a flower.
Image: Stitchin with Samantha

If you don’t have much experience with embroidering words, this embroidery pattern is a good choice for you. The document includes a step-by-step guide with pictures.

With these nine enchanting hand embroidery patterns that feature letters, you’re all set to embark on a creative journey full of personalized and delightful stitching projects. So, pick up your needles, select your favorite patterns, and let the magic of embroidery with letters unfold! Happy stitching!

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