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Embroidery is a fascinating pastime that has roots deep in human history. The art form, which has been around for tens of thousands of years, continues to wow and inspire people to this very day. While it’s just a hobby for some, others have pushed the boundaries of their needle-and-thread creativity above and beyond anyone’s expectations.

The r/Embroidery online community is a great place to find inspiration and support for hobbyists all around the globe. Today, we’re featuring some of the community’s latest and most creative and coolest projects. Scroll down to check them out, and be sure to show some love for your favorite ones.

#1

I’m Used To Working On Pet Portraits With Just Their Faces Showing, But For This Wedding Ring Holder The Lady Wanted The Whole Picture, Including Their Bodies Because Of Their Cute Pose. I Decided To Tackle It, And After 49 Colors Of Thread And 67 Hours Of Stitching Here It Is! šŸ„¹ā™„ļø

Creative embroidery of two cats surrounded by colorful threads, showcasing intricate stitching and design.

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S Bow
Community Member
1 year ago

That is exquisitely done. I would treasure something like this.

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    #2

    Remembering Summer… My Latest Ribbon Embroidery Work

    Creative embroidery art featuring vibrant, detailed floral designs in a wooden frame.

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    The Phantom Stranger
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Looks like actual pressed flowers!

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    #3

    Embroidered My University Bag

    Creative embroidery of colorful mushrooms and plants on a beige bag against a yellow and white background.

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    Black Cat
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Wow, I love this.

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    #4

    All My Iridescent Bird Embroidery!

    Creative embroidery of a detailed raven surrounded by colorful leaves, mounted in a wooden frame.

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Insane shadows amazing

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    #5

    Pomegranate Embroidery Club?

    Creative embroidery of a pomegranate in a hoop, showcasing detailed beadwork and vibrant colors.

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    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    The seeds falling out complete the picture so well

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    #6

    Meet Stanley, My ā€œI’m Bored, Let’s Try Something With All The Stitches!ā€ Project. I’m Biased, But I Think He’s Pretty Majestic

    Creative embroidery of a colorful peacock in a hoop, showcasing detailed and vibrant stitching.

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Neat idea, I love the use of different stitches for feathers

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    #7

    I Embroidered A Sardine Tin That Opens 🐟🐟🐟

    Framed creative embroidery of sardines with a metallic lid, showcasing intricate artistic detail.

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    Cool crow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    This is true artistry!

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    #8

    Jup’s Finished Portrait! 🄹🩷🌼

    Creative dog embroidery with floral design surrounded by pink thread and scissors on a vibrant background.

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    The Phantom Stranger
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    That is so amazing it actually looks three dimensional!

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    #9

    2 Years And Finally

    Creative embroidery of a Japanese temple showcasing detailed and intricate craftsmanship.

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    Barbara Simmers
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    That is absolutely amazing! The patience & time are all worth it in the end!

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    #10

    12-String Celtic Harp Across Three Hoops - I Call This Piece ā€œTrinityā€

    Creative embroidery featuring violin and harp designs in wooden hoops.

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    Bored Birgit
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Double trinity. The strings are a special effect!

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    #11

    Thread Painting Of The Geri-Freki Glacier On The Olympic Peninsula

    Creative embroidery depicting a colorful mountain landscape in a circular wooden frame, held outdoors.

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Stunning šŸ˜

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    #12

    šŸ“šŸ“šŸ“

    Creative embroidery with strawberries and leaves on a fabric hoop, handcrafted with fine detail.

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    Bored Birgit
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    So vivid!

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    #13

    Alphonse Mucha Embroidery

    Intricate embroidery art featuring a creatively designed profile of a woman adorned with foliage and fruit motifs.

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    Gingersnap In Iowa
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Gorgeous!

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    #14

    A Wheatfield With Cypresses - Vincent Van Gogh 🌾

    Creative embroidery art depicting a landscape with swirling skies and cypress trees, inspired by Vincent van Gogh.

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Love the texture!!

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    #15

    šŸŖ”šŸøšŸ’š

    Creative embroidery comparison from 2021 to 2024, featuring a green frog holding a beverage.

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    Patti Golden
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    You have really improved the color shading

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    #16

    One Of My Best Embroideries To Date: A Wedding Anniversary

    Creative embroidery art depicting a bride and groom embracing, showcasing detailed needlework on a blue background.

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    LastButNotLeast
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Stunning!

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    #17

    Finished

    Creative embroidery of a chipmunk baking with raspberries and kitchen utensils on black fabric.

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    Snowkit
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Awwww! So cute and creative!

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    #18

    Gift For My Girlfriend Is Almost Done :)

    Creative embroidery featuring a unicorn within a circular fence, surrounded by colorful flowers on a black background.

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    Chewie
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Great job embroidering this tapestry! Looks just like original. I think this might be my favorite šŸ˜

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    #19

    Finished My Hoodie

    Black hoodie with creative embroidery of mushrooms and flowers on the front pocket.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Very pretty

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    #20

    I Embroidered A Portrait Of The Most Soulful Lab

    Creative embroidery of a black dog, showcasing detailed artistic needlework on a floral background.

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    Patti Golden
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Wow what a great work of art. The coloring is amazing

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    #21

    Clippy Always Knows šŸ« šŸ“Ž

    Creative embroidery featuring Clippy on a notepad with humorous text asking for help, displayed in an embroidery hoop.

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    Bart
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    The true grandfather of AI...

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    #22

    For My Roommate 🐱

    Creative embroidery featuring a black cat and greenery in a pink hoop.

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    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Reminds me of Kiki’s Delivery Service.

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    #23

    Flow

    Creative embroidery of a pond with koi fish and lilies displayed in a wooden hoop.

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love the movement in the water!!

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    #24

    Added A Bit Of Stitching To My Favorite Pair Of Overalls šŸ¦ā€ā¬›

    Creative embroidery on olive overalls featuring a bird cage design.

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    Spittnimage
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I would like to be free.

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    #25

    A Pair Of Beaded Budgie Buddies

    Creative embroidery art of colorful birds in two wooden hoops, showcasing intricate needlework and vibrant designs.

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    Bored Birgit
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Their eyes are so beautiful.

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    #26

    Whale Finished

    Creative embroidery art depicting a whale breaching, with intricate detail and vibrant colors on a blue fabric.

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    cerinamroth
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Me trying to see if my butt looks big in the mirror (but seriously, a beautiful piece!)

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    #27

    My 1st Piece

    Creative embroidery art featuring a detailed cottage and garden in a hoop.

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    If this is your first, I am beyond impressed!! Stunning!

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    #28

    Floral Dog Paw

    Creative floral embroidery design on fabric showcasing intricate needlework and pastel colors.

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Oh! This is brilliant! And so unexpected!!

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    #29

    12ā€ Hand Embroidery Of My Parents’ House

    Creative embroidery of a detailed house scene in a hoop with lush garden, showcasing skillful needlework.

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    Crazy catz
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago

    That is insane, looks 3d and so real

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    #30

    Just Finished A 12ā€ Hoop Of A New Zealand Harrier Hawk (Kāhu)

    Creative embroidery of a detailed hawk on a hoop, showcasing intricate stitching and realistic design.

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    Cool crow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    This is inspired. I love it.

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    #31

    A Little Fishy Friend

    Creative embroidery of a colorful fish on dark fabric in a wooden hoop.

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    S Bow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Beautiful

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    #32

    Made These Mini Monogram Embroideries For My Daughter's Classmates As Year End Gifts

    Creative embroidered letters with floral designs on fabric in embroidery hoops.

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    S Bow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I hope they appreciate such nice work.

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    #33

    Another Emotional Tribute And Keepsake..šŸ’”

    Creative embroidery piece featuring hanging stars and a heartfelt message in a hoop.

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    Patti Golden
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love this. I lost a baby too, it's been 34 years on Monday. Sorry to you

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    #34

    New Project Finished!!

    Creative embroidery of a moth with moon phases and floral elements on fabric.

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    Cool crow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love the moons.

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    #35

    Just Finished This Floral Piece

    Creative embroidery on hoop featuring detailed floral patterns in beige and white thread.

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    So subtle, but so detailed! Gorgeous!!

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    #36

    Snoopy’s Morning Routine

    Creative embroidery featuring a cartoon character wearing a pink hat and holding a letter and a newspaper.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I šŸ’• Snoopy

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    #37

    My Two Loves, Pretty Frames And Insects. These Are A Few Of My Favorites I've Stitched Recently! šŸšŸ¦‹

    Creative embroidery of a butterfly with teal and black wings next to sewing tools and fabric.

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    Bec
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Wow!

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    #38

    My Husband And I Have Been Married 10 Years Today So I Stitched Him This Anniversary Present. He’s My Very Favorite Person. šŸ’š

    Creative embroidery art of a couple and house in a rustic white frame, featuring intricate handmade details.

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    GenuineJen
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    We say this often! I love this! 🩷

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    #39

    After +10k Hours Of Practice, 4 Years Ago When I Started Thread Painting vs. Now

    Creative embroidery of a cupcake topped with citrus slices and a blueberry, displayed in a wooden hoop.

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    Mary Kelly
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    awesome!

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    #40

    My One Halloween Hoop For The Year! 🧔

    Creative embroidery of a swirling pattern with yellow and black threads on a hoop, showcasing artistic needlework.

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    The Phantom Stranger
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Life's no fun without a good scare!

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    #41

    I Made A Mini Terrarium And I'm Obsessed With How Cute It Turned Out šŸ„

    Hand holding embroidery hoop with a 3D embroidered mushroom, showcasing creative embroidery techniques.

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    Cin
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    But where is the terrarium?

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    #42

    Some Detail Shots Of Recent Work

    Embroidery art depicting an anatomical heart with intricate stitching and vibrant red threads.

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    The Phantom Stranger
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Did you embroider this on a jacket, so you can wear your heart on your sleeve? (Sorry, I'll see myself out now )

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    #43

    My 4-Yr-Old Daughter Calls Shredded Cheddar ā€œCheese Sprinklesā€ And Grated Parmesan ā€œSprinkle Cheeseā€ And It Can Get Confusing, So I Stitched This Handy Guide To Hang In Our Kitchen

    Creative embroidery showing humorous cheese sprinkles comparison, labeled "Know The Difference."

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Good to have a reference!

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    #44

    The Last Unicorn Is Alive(Finished)!!

    Creative embroidery of a unicorn in a vibrant, mystical forest with purple and pink hues.

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    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love that movie.

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    #45

    Had A Go At Turning One Of My Own Ink Drawings Into An Embroidery. Black Shuck, The 'Straunge And Terrible Wunder' Of East Anglia!

    Creative embroidered wolf design in a hoop, showcasing detailed artistry and texture, inspired by a nearby illustration.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Very cool

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    #46

    "Pull Me Back In," 14" Hoop

    Creative embroidery art with detailed hand designs emerging from a smoky background.

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Subtle and creepy

    #47

    Ocean Eye - Framed Embroidery

    Creative embroidery depicting a night sky with moon and stars, framed in a decorative eye-shaped design.

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    AKA AKA
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    billie needs to see this

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    #48

    Beep Beep! Can You Spot The Coyote?

    Creative embroidery of a desert scene with cacti and rocks, displayed in a wooden frame.

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    The Phantom Stranger
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Obviously, he's smashed flat against the stone mesa with his ACME rocket skates sputtering out.

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    #49

    2.5 Months Of My Life

    Creative embroidery of a spine adorned with flowers on textured fabric background.

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    and_a_touch_of_the_’tism
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    OHHHH, they’re vertebrae! It was in the title and I had no clue what they were.

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    #50

    Present For A Y2k Themed Birthday

    Creative embroidery of a MASH game on cloth, framed with colorful decorations.

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    Amanda Fondaumiere
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Too cute

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    #51

    D’oh

    D’oh

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    Cool crow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Good one!

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    #52

    Mountain Triome

    Mountain Triome

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Never seen anything like this! Wonderful!!

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    #53

    First Self-Designed Pattern!

    First Self-Designed Pattern!

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Pretty

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    #54

    Nothing Goes Together Like Embroidery And Iridescent Feathers 🪶 (Wip)

    Nothing Goes Together Like Embroidery And Iridescent Feathers 🪶 (Wip)

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    Jules
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Beautiful so far, would love to see how it came out at the end...

    #55

    I'm In My Fish Era: Brooches In Progress (More Sardines!!)

    I'm In My Fish Era: Brooches In Progress (More Sardines!!)

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I suggest making them iron ons for dad's fishing vest or hat

    #56

    Embroidered The Back Of My Jeans- Should I Add More Leaves?

    Embroidered The Back Of My Jeans- Should I Add More Leaves?

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    April Pickett
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    It's perfect, leave it alone.

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    #57

    I Embroidered A Corset I Made!

    I Embroidered A Corset I Made!

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    Huddo's sister
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love it! I would definitely wear it too.

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    #58

    Fish My Wish

    Fish My Wish

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    PhoniexFox444
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    From the people's faces, he might have not been their wish

    #59

    This Took Forever, But I Love It

    This Took Forever, But I Love It

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I love trash Pandas, they are so cute.

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    #60

    Some Of My August Hoops 🄺

    Some Of My August Hoops 🄺

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Princess Kitty!

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    #61

    Hand Embroidered City Of Starlight - Velaris

    Hand Embroidered City Of Starlight - Velaris

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Beautiful and the frame is perfect

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    #62

    Sword In The Stone Beaded Embroidery With A Painted Background

    Sword In The Stone Beaded Embroidery With A Painted Background

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    Crazy catz
    Community Member
    Premium
    1 year ago

    This has to be one of the best ones, I love it

    #63

    Finished!

    Finished!

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    Breadcrumb.
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Epic colours magical

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    #64

    Finally Finished This Pillow Project I’ve Been Working On!

    Finally Finished This Pillow Project I’ve Been Working On!

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    Beth Wheeler
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    My cousin would love to have this at her beach condo, she would go nuts over it. It's very similar to the quilt set in the guest room that I stay in when I go.

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    #65

    Jellyfish Dreaming

    Jellyfish Dreaming

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    #66

    My Second Ever Piece!

    My Second Ever Piece!

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Those books are so realistic!!

    #67

    I Couldn’t Afford The West Elm Pillow So I Made A Cr*ppier Knockoff šŸŽƒ

    I Couldn’t Afford The West Elm Pillow So I Made A Cr*ppier Knockoff šŸŽƒ

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    Bec
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Nothing crappy there, very cute!

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    #68

    Boyfriend's Birthday Gift~

    Boyfriend's Birthday Gift~

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    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Black light?

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    #69

    I Made All The Table Numbers For My Bil's Wedding. They Plan To Use Them For Baby Photos In The Future

    I Made All The Table Numbers For My Bil's Wedding. They Plan To Use Them For Baby Photos In The Future

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Cute! I am glad they have a future after all the work you put into them!

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    #70

    šŸŖ”šŸ”®āœØšŸ’„

    šŸŖ”šŸ”®āœØšŸ’„

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    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    My future…

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    #71

    Finally Finished! My Second Attempt At Embroidery

    Finally Finished! My Second Attempt At Embroidery

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    S Bow
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Nicely done.

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    #72

    A Throwback To Last Year’s Creation, This Bejewelled Bag

    A Throwback To Last Year’s Creation, This Bejewelled Bag

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    Maggie Fulton
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Incredible!

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    #73

    Pumpkin Moo Deng!

    Pumpkin Moo Deng!

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    Patti Golden
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Adorns

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    #74

    One I’ve Been Working On For A Bit That I Finally Finished TodayšŸŖ”šŸŖ©šŸ’„

    One I’ve Been Working On For A Bit That I Finally Finished TodayšŸŖ”šŸŖ©šŸ’„

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    Not my thing, but wow!! the detailing!!!

    #75

    All Finished My 12ā€ Hobbit Hole!

    All Finished My 12ā€ Hobbit Hole!

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    #76

    Witch Hut For The Spooky Season šŸ§™ā€ā™€ļø

    Witch Hut For The Spooky Season šŸ§™ā€ā™€ļø

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    #77

    First Attempt At A Heart Covered In Moss And Lichen - A Gift For A Cardiologist :)

    First Attempt At A Heart Covered In Moss And Lichen - A Gift For A Cardiologist :)

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    Judy Reynolds
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    They will love it!!!

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    #78

    Eggward (On Sparkly Fabric) šŸ˜‚šŸ¤·šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø

    Eggward (On Sparkly Fabric) šŸ˜‚šŸ¤·šŸ¼ā€ā™€ļø

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    #79

    A Little Chaos In A School Of Fish

    A Little Chaos In A School Of Fish

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    #80

    Progress On UFO Jacket: Landscape Patch Is Done!

    Progress On UFO Jacket: Landscape Patch Is Done!

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