Hand embroidery designs with book: 15 fun and charming embroidery patterns for book lovers
Books are the plane, and the train, and the road. They are the destination, and the journey. They are home.
― Anna Quindlen
For many of us, finding time for our hobbies is a cherished part of our daily routine. But imagine the magic when two of these hobbies intertwine – the serene craft of hand embroidery and the immersive world of reading. This unique fusion offers a delightful escape, where every stitch is a step into a story, and every pattern echoes the pages of a beloved book.
Embroidery designs with book – Bringing Books to Life
Whether you’re a fan of classic literature, contemporary novels, or whimsical children’s books, you will find a perfect design. These embroidery designs with book are more than just patterns; they are a tribute to the stories and characters that have captivated our hearts and minds, much like the books we cherish.
As you read on, you’ll discover a carefully curated list of 15 enchanting hand embroidery patterns with books. Each has been hand-selected for its charm, creativity, and bookish allure. These patterns, available on Etsy, are perfect for crafters who want to bring their favorite literary worlds to life with needle and thread. And, to make your crafting journey even more comfortable, I’ve included affiliate links for each pattern, allowing you to purchase them directly and start your next embroidery project inspired by your reading adventures.
So, grab your embroidery hoop and fabric, choose your favorite thread, and prepare to embark on a journey that weaves together the joys of hand embroidery and the love of books. Let’s stitch our way through stories, celebrating the magic books bring into our lives!
15 hand embroidery designs with book for true book lovers on Etsy
Hand embroidery designs with book for avid readers, bookworms, bookaholics, and their friends.
Reading girl
This customizable embroidery pattern is created for 6-inch hoops. It is divided into two tracing parts: one basic with the girl and the two stacks of books, and then a page with 24 icons you can choose from to add to your personal version.
By: EmBeaRoidery
I’d rather stay home and read
It is a beginner-friendly embroidery project for book lovers. Great pattern for creating home decor to style your bookcase or add a touch of color to your library, study, or bedroom.
By: OfThreadsAndBooks
One More Chapter
A fun embroidery pattern is suitable for beginners and the more experienced embroidery artist looking for a fun, quick project! This would make an excellent gift for the book lover in your life – we all know at least one! If you’ve got more books than you’ll ever be able to read, this is the pattern for you.
By: flossandhoopshop
52 Book Reading Tracker
This hand embroidery pattern is perfect for tracking Goodreads Reading Challenge Progress for a book lover. What a fun way to combine reading and stitching!
By: djaycrafting
Books lover
This modern hand embroidery pattern is full of texture and suited for intermediate stitchers, but beginners are welcome!
By: ParticularEmbroidery
To Be Read
This is a fun mixed-media design for book lovers! Advanced embroidery artists and beginners alike can use this pattern, as it includes step-by-step instructions and diagrams.
This pattern is for a 5.5 “x 7″ oval or 6” circle hoop but can be resized to what you want.
By: BZCreationsShop
Bookworm
Combine your love for reading and plants into one dreamy pattern.
Perfect for intermediate stitchers or a beginner who would like a little challenge. It’s a great way to practice a variety of stitches or even learn some new ones!
It is designed for a 6″ hoop but can be resized to fit various hoop sizes.
By: GirlGotThread
Book Stack
This DIY pattern and tutorial is excellent for embroidery artists and book lovers. The minimalistic design and bright colors would make a great addition to any space.
This pattern includes step-by-step instructions to complete the design from start to finish, making it suitable for embroidery artists of all levels. Easy-to-follow instructions and photos make this a great pattern for beginners. At the same time, the large sections of neat satin stitch would also be a fun and welcome challenge to intermediate and advanced stitchers.
By: stitchandstoneshm
Book Nook
Get cozy and settle in with a warm cuppa, a pile of books, and some sweet embroidery.
The design is approximately 5.75″ and fits nicely in a 6″ hoop
By: cozy blue
The Reading Nook
This cozy reading scene is full of details and texture. The pattern is perfect for the confident beginner, covering everything you need to recreate this pattern, including thorough instructions for each step and an illustrated stitch guide.
This pattern is sized to fit a 5″ hoop.
By: FeroniaEmbroidery
Hair & cozy sweater
This snarky embroidery pattern (+ video tutorials) allows you to embroider your own “Hair & cozy sweater” hoop. The perfect DIY project or gift for crafters.
By: GetStitchDoneDesigns
Bookshelf
Perfect hand embroidery pattern for bookworms, bibliophiles, introverts, and readers.
Bookshelf is a hand embroidery design for book and dog lovers – a stack of books in contemporary colors held up by dachshund bookends.
The design measures 11 x 5 inches (28 x 13cm).
By: KFNeedleworkDesign
Bookish Embroidery
Beginner embroidery pattern of three book spines. The book spines have flowers on them.
This romantic design in earthy colors offers excellent opportunities to learn new stitches and have fun embroidering.
By: threadingtheseasons
Book Lady
This embroidery pattern is a great way to learn how to create different textures using basic stitches. It’s a fun yet challenging DIY project that would make an excellent gift for the bookworm in your life! Previous experience with modern hand embroidery will help, but beginners are welcome to try it.
By: SlowEvenings
Picking embroidery supplies
Hand embroidery is a slow and laborious craft. You will spend a bunch of time stitching your chosen hand-embroidery design with books, so start off right. Selecting the proper tools and materials is one of the first steps to secure high-quality results.
Tips on choosing embroidery supplies
- Choose natural fabrics. Linen and cotton fabrics and their blends are the best materials for embroidery.
- Opt for natural threads – cotton floss, pearl cotton, or wool yarns are the most suitable threads for hand embroidery.
- Look for the best quality scissors. You do not need many, but you need good ones. Choose one pair of high-quality, sharp embroidery scissors. Take good care of them, and they will serve you a lifetime.
- Pick a high-quality wooden embroidery hoop. It will keep the tension as you work and serve you for many years.
- Get a fresh, sharp embroidery needle for your new project.
Learn more about the tools and materials for hand embroidery
If you want to learn more about hand embroidery tools, materials, and supplies, here is a reading list for you:
- Hand embroidery supplies
- Scissors for hand embroidery
- The ultimate guide to water-soluble stabilizers for hand embroidery
- Hand embroidery needles and all you need to know to choose the right one
- Embroidery hoops. Types, sizes, and how to choose the best hoop for hand embroidery
- Embroidery floss and threads. An in-depth guide
- An in-depth guide to hand embroidery fabrics
- How to transfer embroidery pattern to the fabric
Incorporating Personal Touches
Hand embroidery patterns give us a great starting point for the project. They supply you with the design and directions on what stitches to use. But at the same time, there is a lot of space for personalization and interpretation.
You can add a personal touch by:
- Resizing the pattern. You can easily resize the patterns by changing your printer settings.
- Changing the colors. Most embroidery patterns will provide color codes, but you can always choose your favorite color palette.
- Displaying the embroidery. Use one of the six methods to frame the finished embroidery in a hoop. Or stretch it on canvas and display it in your reading space.
- Choosing the object to embroider. Instead of creating the hoop art – embroider your chosen design on a t-shirt, tote bag, pillow cover, bookmark, jacket, or any other textile piece you would like to embellish.
- Adding the initials or a quote to the design.
Over to you
It is hard to find time for everything we love and our hobbies. Embroidery designs with book can combine the two best things in the world, especially if you embroider while listening to an audiobook.
I will surely be embroidering a reading tracker with 52 books to follow my reading progress this year. I hope the joy of adding a new thread book on a textile shelf will motivate me to read faster.
Which hand embroidery pattern with books touched your heart? Which one will you choose to embroider?
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