Peony Patterns Carnation Print at Home Pattern and Tutorial

Contents
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Pattern Information 3
Pattern Options 4
Print Layout & Guide 5
Colour Guide 6
Transferring the Design to Fabric 7
Preparing the Hoop 10
Finishing the Project 12
Threading Instructions 16
Stitch Information 18
Stitch Guide – French Knot 29
Stitch Guide – Lazy Daisy Stitch 31
Stitch Guide – Stem Stitch 34
Stitch Guide – Straight Stitch 39
Stitch Guide – Backstitch 40
Stitch Guide – Whipped Backstitch 42
Stitch Guide – Woven Wheel – Spokes 44
Stitch Guide – Woven Wheel – Outer 45
Stitch Guide – Weave Stitch 47
Stitch Guide – Long and Short Stitch 50
Stitch Guide – Satin Stitch 53
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Pattern Information
It is strongly advised to read through this entire pattern before choosing

the design to be embroidered. Take some time to familiarise yourself
with the different types of methods, finishes and stitches.
Fabric Recommendations: Medium weight 100% cotton

or linen.
Notions:
 Milliners / Straw Needle  Embroidery Scissors or Snips
 Embroidery Needle  Glue (For Hoop Art Only)
 6 Strand Embroidery Floss  Felt (For Hoop Art Only)
 8” (20.5cm) Embroidery Hoop  Light Fusible Interfacing (Optional)
 Design Transfer Tools (See Note)  3/4” (19mm) Self Covered Button
Kit (Optional)
Note: There are several options included in this pattern to transfer the
design to the fabric (see page 7). Depending on which method is
chosen, the following tools may be required: Printable Sticky Fabri-Solvy
(highly recommended), one sided washable tracing paper, or a
removable fabric marker used in conjunction with a lightbox, window
or a tablet. Projector files are also included.
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Pattern Options
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Print Layout & Guide
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hyperlink below. FAQ can be found on the Peony Patterns website:
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Option Print Page
Embroidery Key 56
Petite Button Embroidery 56
Petite Bow/Doll Embroideries 56-57
Petite Border Embroidery 57
Design 1 – Small & Large 58-59
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Colour Guide
Please note that the following colour guide applies to all of the designs
within this tutorial. Feel free to create your own colour palette and mix
and match colours as you wish!
Colours Used
DMC #06 DMC #320 DMC #543
DMC #602 DMC #603 DMC #604
DMC #605 DMC #966 DMC #3787
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Transferring the Design to Fabric
There are several ways of transferring the pattern onto the fabric.
Method 1 – Printable Sticky Fabri-Solvy: Use printable Sticky Fabri-Solvy –

the Sulky brand has been used for the purpose of this pattern. Firstly,
place a sheet of the stabiliser into the paper tray of a printer and print
the pattern as per normal. Cut a square around the design, just large
enough to encompass the whole design. Peel the backing off and
place the design onto the fabric in the position where the embroidery is
to be sewn. Once the stitching has been completed, carefully trim the
excess Fabri-Solvy from around the outside of the design. Next,
submerge the work into warm water and agitate for 2 – 3 minutes. If
using a dark fabric base, it is suggested to leave the work submerged
for at least 5 minutes. Once this has been done, remove the fabric and
drain the water. Replace the water with fresh, clean, warm water and
allow it to soak for another few minutes. It is imperative that all Fabri-
Solvy residue is removed or the embroidery work may become slightly
stiff once dry. This option is not only the easiest and quickest way to
transfer the design, but has added the benefit of stabilising the fabric
for stitching.
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Method 2 – Washable Tracing Paper: Use washable one-sided tracing
paper. Place the fabric right side up, then place the tracing paper on
top, with the transferable side facing down. Using a printed copy of the
pattern and a pen, carefully but firmly trace over the design. This will
transfer a copy of the design onto the fabric. When the design stitching
has been completed, spray lightly with stain remover and leave it soak
in warm water until all the marks are removed. Air dry the embroidery.
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Method 3 – Tracing: Print the design onto plain paper. Using a
removable sewing marker or water-soluble pen/pencil, trace the
pattern onto the fabric using a window, tablet or light box. To remove
the marks after stitching, follow the manufacturer’s instructions that are
supplied for the sewing marker or water-soluble pen/pencil that has
been used. Air dry the embroidery. Always test the marker and removal
method on a scrap piece of fabric prior to starting the project.
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Preparing the Hoop
If embroidering onto linen or a lightweight fabric, it is suggested to prep

the fabric with fusible interfacing before placing the fabric into the
hoop.
Separate the two pieces of the hoop.
Place the smaller, inside hoop on a flat surface and place the fabric
over the smaller hoop. Centre the design.
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Place the larger hoop over the smaller hoop and press it down to
secure the fabric between them. Tighten the screw on the larger hoop
to further secure the fabric between the two hoops. The fabric should
be taut, but not stretched.
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Finishing the Project
Iron out any wrinkles around the pattern that may have appeared
whilst stitching. Be careful not to iron over any threads, as the heat may
cause the threads to melt.
Garment
If the embroidery is being used as a design feature on a garment, trace

and cut the pattern piece onto a folded piece of baking paper, in the
same manner as cutting the piece out of a folded piece of fabric.
Lay the baking paper pattern piece onto a piece of fabric and trace
the outline of the baking paper template onto the fabric. Position the
embroidery design template inside the pattern piece outline, taking
into account the seam allowance required for the pattern piece. Once
the design has been stitched, cut the bodice template out, prior to
soaking.
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Hoop
If the finished embroidery design is to be displayed in a hoop, a hoop

backing will need to be created. Using the smaller, inner hoop as a
guide, trace around the outer edge of this inner hoop onto a piece of
felt.
Cut the circle out.
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Place the embroidery back into the hoop, ensuring that it is accurately
centred. Trim the fabric approximately 5/8” (1.6cm) from the hoop.
Tip: Use pinking shears to reduce fraying.
Using a strand of floss approximately 35” (90cm) long, weave the

thread along the raw edge of the circle of fabric. Pull the thread tight
to gather the fabric and tie the thread off.
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This creates a ‘lip’ or ‘edge’ along the fabric. Place the glue around
the lip/edge.
Locate the felt circle, created earlier, and press it onto the back of the
fabric lip/edge. Allow the glue to dry.
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Threading Instructions
It is recommended to start with six strand embroidery floss, such as the

brand DMC or similar. Follow the guide below for the number of strands
required, and if they need to be single or double, for each specific
stitch type.
Strands Thread as Total Strands

Stitch Type Key
Needed Single/Double Once Tied Off
Lazy Daisy Stitch 2 Single 2
French Knot 6 Single 6
Stem Stitch 3 Single 3
Woven Wheel -
1 Single 1
Spokes
Woven Wheel -
3 Single 3
Outer
Straight Stitch 2 Single 2
Backstitch 3 Single 3
Whipped
3 Single 3
Backstitch
Satin Stitch 2 Single 2
Long and Short

1 Single 1
Stitch
Weave Stitch 6 Single 6
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Locate the floss to be used and cut it approximately 25” (63.5cm) in
length. Separate the cut piece of floss into the quantity of strands
required for the stitch type being embroidered. Thread the needle – a
needle threader can be used if desired. Tie the strands using the Stitch
Type chart, on the previous page, as a guide.
If the instructions call for the floss to be tied as double; one thread
becomes two, two threads become four, etc. Tying the thread in this
manner assists in keeping it neat, and stops the thread from slipping out
of the needle.
In the instance that the pattern calls for an odd number of strands,
thread the needle with the required number of strands. Once a small
tail of threads has been threaded through the eye of the needle, tie a
knot in the longer tail of strands.
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Stitch Information
For this embroidery design, a needle which has the same thickness as
the eye for almost the entire needle, such as straw or milliners’ needle,
is required for any french knot stitches. A size 10 embroidery needle will
be used for the remaining stitch types.
Petite Button Embroidery
If the petite button embroidery is being stitched, it is recommended

that the open heart is stitched first using stem stitch.
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Followed by stitching the small flower using lazy daisy stitch. To
complete the design, fill in the flower centre with a french knot.
Petite Border Embroidery
When stitching the petite border embroidery, it is recommended that

the small hearts are stitched first using satin stitch. Followed by the vines,
using stem stitch.
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Stitch the leaves and flowers using lazy daisy stitch.
To complete the design, fill in each of the flower centres with a french
knot.
Petite Bow/Doll Embroideries
When stitching the petite love heart design, is suggested to stitch the
open-heart of the design first, followed by the leaves, using satin stitch.
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Followed by the dandelion stems, using backstitch, and then flowers
using a combination of stitches as directed in the threading instructions.
To complete the design, fill in the flower centre and dandelion buds
with french knots.
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When stitching the petite dandelion design, it is recommended to stitch
the stem first using stem stitch. Followed by the branches using
backstitch.
Stitch the tiny hearts using satin stitch. Complete the design by stitching
the dandelion bud details using french knots.
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Design 1
When stitching the design, it is recommended to stitch the large heart

first using long and short stitch. Followed by stitching the small hearts
using satin stitch.
Stitch the vines using stem stitch. Followed by the leaves and flowers
using lazy daisy stitch. Next stitch the dandelion stems/branches using
backstitch. Complete the design by filling in the flowers and the bud
details on the dandelions using french knots.
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Design 2
It is recommended to stitch the bike frame including handlebars,

sidewalls of the tyres, foot section of the pedals, bike seat and centre
hearts of the wheels first, using satin stitch.
Followed by the outline of the wheels, gear circle, the pedals and inner
spokes using backstitch. Stitch the outer wheel spokes using straight
stitch.
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Stitch the bottom of the basket using weave stitch and the lip of the
basket using satin stitch. Outline the bottom of the basket using
backstitch.
Followed by stitching the centre of the woven wheels, centre of the

lazy daisy flowers, and the buds of the dandelion flowers using french
knots.
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Stitch the small flowers using lazy daisy stitch followed by the woven
wheel flowers. Stitch the dandelion stems using straight stitch.
Stitch the larger balloon using long and short stitch and the two smaller
balloons using satin stitch.
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To complete the design, stitch the balloon strings using whipped
backstitch.
Design 3
To begin, it is recommended to stitch the bow first, using satin stitch.

Tip: Stitch the centre first, then the loops to create definition in the bow.
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Stitch the stems of the dandelions using stem stitch, followed by the
branches using backstitch.
Complete the design by stitching the small heart flowers using satin
stitch, followed by the bud details on the dandelions using french knots.
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Stitch Guide
French Knot
A french knot is best created using a straw or milliner’s needle. Using a

total of 6 single strands of floss, thread and tie off the strands at one
end. Bring the needle through from the underside of the hoop.
Pinch the floss a short distance from where it comes up through the
fabric and hold it taut. Place the needle in front of the floss. Wind the
floss around the needle twice, whilst still holding the thread taut.
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Reinsert the tip of the needle next to where it came through on the
front of the fabric, without pulling the needle all way through. Do not
reinsert the needle into the same point or the knot will be lost! With the
hand that is free, tug the floss downward so that the floss tightens and
makes a small coil against the fabric.
Whilst holding the coil snuggly in position, push the needle back
through the fabric, drawing the thread all the way through and tie off
the floss. A small french knot will be created.
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Lazy Daisy Stitch
Using a total of 2 single strands of floss, thread and tie off the strands at
one end. Bring the needle up through the underside of the hoop at the
pointed end of the design.
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Take the needle back down through the same hole, leaving a large
loop of thread on the surface.
Bring the needle up through the fabric at the centre of the

curved/opposite end of the design. Pull the thread through the loop
carefully – do not pull too tightly – so that it maintains the petal shape.
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Push the needle back down, over the thread, in front of the hole that
the needle just came up through. This will help to secure the thread
against the fabric.
Once all the leaves and petals are finished, tie off the thread at the
back of the hoop and trim any excess thread.
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Stem Stitch
Using a total of 3 single strands of floss, thread and tie off the strands at
one end. Bring the needle up from the underside of the hoop at the
very start of the design.
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Make a single straight stitch, slightly longer than a regular straight stitch.
But do not pull the thread all the way through to the underside of the
hoop. Ensure to leave a small loop of thread on the surface.
Before pulling the thread all the way through to the underside, bring
the needle back up through the face of the fabric, at the halfway
point between the first two stitches.
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Pull the thread through completely, ideally ensuring that the thread is
positioned at the top of the stitch just created, as shown below.
Push the needle back down, a normal stitch length away from the end
of the first stitch. Do not pull the thread all the way through, again
leaving a small loop of thread on the surface.
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Bring the needle back up through the hole at the end of the first stitch
and pull the needle/thread upwards. Ensure that the thread is coming
up on the same side consistently throughout the stitching. This will result
in giving it a ‘twisted’ look.
Continue this pattern of stitching for the entire stem. At the end of the
stem, push the needle back down at the end point of the last stitch, so
that both ends of the stitches meet.
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Tie off the thread on the underside of the hoop.
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Straight Stitch
Using 2 single strands of floss, thread and tie off at one end. Bring the
needle up from the underside of the hoop, at the start of the design.
Bring the needle back down on the opposite side of the line.
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Backstitch
needle through from the underside of the hoop, one single space
ahead. To create the backstitch, bring the needle back down to the
underside of the hoop at the starting point of the design.
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Bring the needle back up through to the face of the fabric on the stitch
line, once again leaving a stitch space. Place the needle through the
same hole at the end of the last stitch.
Continue bringing the needle up through the fabric leaving a stitch

space and taking the needle back to the previous stitch point along
the line, until completed. Tie off the thread on the underside of the
design.
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Whipped Backstitch
To add the whipped detail to backstitch, complete the backstitch

steps first. Using 3 single strands, in either the same or a different colour.
Thread the needle and tie off the floss strands together. Bring the
needle up at the top end of the last backstitch.
Slide the needle upwards through the second last stitch.
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Continue along the design, always starting at the bottom and bringing
the needle upwards, so the working thread is at the top of the
backstitch.
On the last stitch, instead of pulling the needle all the way through,
poke the needle under the stitch and through to the back of the fabric
and tie off the thread.
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Woven Wheel – Spokes
Using a single strand of floss, thread and tie off at one end. Bring the
needle up from the underside of the hoop, through the centre of the
wheel.
Tip: Add french knots to the centre of the large woven wheels prior to
stitching for ease and convenience.
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Make a straight stitch following the ‘spokes’ until it resembles a star. Tie
the floss off on the underside of the fabric.
Woven Wheel – Outer
needle up from the underside of the hoop, very close to the centre of
the wheel.
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Start weaving the needle over and under each of the spokes, pulling
the fabric taut after each under and over.
The tighter the floss is pulled, the thicker and more dimensional it will
appear. For a softer flatter wheel, pull the floss a little less firmly.
Experiment with different types of looks. For added dimension try using
different colors or variegated threads. After the last weave, poke the
needle through to the underside, tie off and trim any excess thread.
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Weave Stitch
needle up through the fabric where the design begins.
Take the needle back down on the opposite side of the design. This will
create the anchor stitch. Continue the anchor stitches along the length
of the design.
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Please note that for the remaining steps, a coordinating thread colour
has been used to highlight the technique being stitched. At the bottom
of the design, close to the side edge, bring the needle back up just
below the anchor stitch. Begin to weave the needle over and under
each anchor stitch until the top of the design is reached. Carefully pull
the thread through the design. Push the needle down through to the
underside of the fabric.
This time, bring the needle back up through the fabric at the top of the
design, between the top two anchor stitches, and slightly over from the
first line of weaving. With the second line of weaving, repeat the same
technique that was used in the first line of weaving, however, ensure to
start weaving in the opposite order of how the first line was stitched.
Therefore, as the first line was weaved over first, the second line would
be weaved under first.
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Continue along the design, alternating the weaves until the design is
complete. Tie off the thread on the underside of the fabric.
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Long and Short Stitch
Using a size 10 embroidery needle and 1 single strand of floss, thread

and tie off at one end.
Bring the needle up through the fabric where the design begins and
outline the area of the design in backstitch.
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Bring the needle up through the fabric, just on the outside of the
outline.
Alternate a series of short and long stitches. The more inconsistent the
stitches are, the more natural the end result will be.
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Work across the design in rows, filling in any remaining gaps.
Once completed, take the needle through to the underside of the

fabric and tie off.
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Satin Stitch
needle up from the underside of the hoop at the chosen starting point.
Insert the needle back through the fabric, directly across from the
original entry point, on the opposite side of the shape being filled. Push
the thread through to the underside of the hoop.
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Bring the needle back up through to the face of the fabric, next to the
original starting point. Take the needle back down to the underside of
the fabric, next to the previous opposite stitch. Continue filling the
shape in, working across the shape. Alternatively, break it up into
sections and fill each section separately. Once completed, on the
underside of the design, tie off and trim any excess thread.
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Congratulations! Your Carnation Embroidery project is now complete.
Share your work in our Facebook sewing group or on social media using
the hashtags #peonypatterns #carnationembroidery
#peonypatternscarnation
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Bike Frame, Wheels, Lip of Bike Basket
Seat & Pedals - Satin Stitch
Petite Button Heart - Stem Stitch
Petite Leaf - Satin Stitch
Collar & Wreath Stems - Stem Stitch

Balloons - Long and Short Stitch - Large Balloon
Satin Stich - 2 Small Balloons
Balloon Strings - Whipped Backstitch
Bow - Satin Stitch
Petite Open Heart - Satin Stitch
Bike Spokes - Straight Stitch
Dandelion Stem - Stem Stitch

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It is strongly advised to read through this entire pattern before choosing

Fabric Recommendations: Medium weight 100% cotton

For detailed information on printing this pattern, click the interactive

Option Print Page

Petite Button Embroidery 56

Petite Bow/Doll Embroideries 56-57

Petite Border Embroidery 57

Design 1 – Small & Large 58-59

Design 2 – Small & Large 60-61

Design 3 – Small & Large 62-63

DMC #06 DMC #320 DMC #543

DMC #602 DMC #603 DMC #604

DMC #605 DMC #966 DMC #3787

Method 1 – Printable Sticky Fabri-Solvy: Use printable Sticky Fabri-Solvy –

If embroidering onto linen or a lightweight fabric, it is suggested to prep

Separate the two pieces of the hoop.

If the embroidery is being used as a design feature on a garment, trace

If the finished embroidery design is to be displayed in a hoop, a hoop

Cut the circle out.

Using a strand of floss approximately 35” (90cm) long, weave the

It is recommended to start with six strand embroidery floss, such as the

Strands Thread as Total Strands

Lazy Daisy Stitch 2 Single 2

French Knot 6 Single 6

Stem Stitch 3 Single 3

Straight Stitch 2 Single 2

Satin Stitch 2 Single 2

Long and Short

Weave Stitch 6 Single 6

Petite Button Embroidery

If the petite button embroidery is being stitched, it is recommended

Petite Border Embroidery

When stitching the petite border embroidery, it is recommended that

Petite Bow/Doll Embroideries

When stitching the design, it is recommended to stitch the large heart

It is recommended to stitch the bike frame including handlebars,

Followed by stitching the centre of the woven wheels, centre of the

To begin, it is recommended to stitch the bow first, using satin stitch.

A french knot is best created using a straw or milliner’s needle. Using a

Bring the needle up through the fabric at the centre of the

Continue bringing the needle up through the fabric leaving a stitch

To add the whipped detail to backstitch, complete the backstitch

Slide the needle upwards through the second last stitch.

Woven Wheel – Outer

Using a size 10 embroidery needle and 1 single strand of floss, thread

Once completed, take the needle through to the underside of the

Leaves - Lazy Daisy

Wreath Heart - Long and Short Stitch

Flowers - Lazy Daisy

Petite Leaf - Satin Stitch

Collar & Wreath Stems - Stem Stitch

Bow - Satin Stitch

Petite Open Heart - Satin Stitch

Bike Spokes - Straight Stitch

Dandelion Stem - Stem Stitch

When printed, this square must measure 1’’x 1’’

When printed, this square must measure 1’’x 1’’

When printed, this square must measure 1’’x 1’’