<-- Sweet Bee & Floral Wreath Embroidery Pattern and Digital Tutorial --> Painting with thread is my dearest passion and most loved art form. It allows you to create realistic effects by using one single strand of thread, this technique is often referred to as needlepainting, threadpainting or silk shading. You can create beautiful colour gradients, magical details and flowing stitch directions that are perfect if you want to embroider animals, people, flora and fauna. I have been stitching every day since I fell in love with embroidery in 2013, and you can follow my journey on Instagram @emillieferris If you have been considering learning the art of needlepainting but are unsure where to start then this tutorial is for you! Its full of illustrations, diagrams, step by step photos and a printable pattern ready to transfer to your 5" hoop. Now lets get to the specifics! THIS GUIDE INCLUDES: + A4 pattern to print and trace + 20 pages + Materials list and explanations + How to trace and transfer your pattern with diagrams + Illustrated colour guide of the sweet bee + Detailed photographic and illustrated stitch diagrams + Beginners starting to stitch guide (threading the needle, anchoring the thread) + Step by step photographic instructions + How to finish your hoop LEVEL: Some embroidery experience would be beneficial, but it is not necessary as I have designed this tutorial for all skill levels. EXPECTED COMPLETION TIME: 8hrs (My fastest embroidery pattern!) WHAT YOU'LL NEED: Embroidery hoop, needle, fabric, DMC thread and scissors (this pattern gives you brand recommendations and advice on choosing your materials) HOW TO ACCESS YOUR DIGITAL FILES: Your files will be available to download once payment is confirmed. Please follow the instructions in the link below https://www.etsy.com/help/article/3949 GENTLE REMINDERS: + You will receive no physical items with this purchase. + Due to the electronic nature of this pattern, all sales are final. + This pattern is for personal use only + I am only a virtual message away, please don't hesitate to contact me if you need further help, I promise I will try my best to assist you <3 I've spent many hours testing and creating this product so that you can enjoy this timeless craft, please do not re-sell, distribute or replicate this pattern. If you love the pattern, please point your friends in the direction of my Etsy shop, don't give it to them please :( If you support me than I can support you in your stitching journey <3 © 2019 Emillie Ferris Find me on Instagram @emillieferris