10 Machine Embroidery Projects Perfect for Beginners!

Are you new to machine embroidery? Whether this is a hobby you just picked up OR you've been stitching for years, a world of creativity awaits! 

Here are just 10 projects to help you get started. And if you're nervous, don't worry! Kimberbell's full-color project instructions will walk you through each step. (Learn more HERE!)

#1: Mug Rugs

Mug Rugs are always a fan favorite! They're made completely in-the-hoop, only take about an hour to stitch, and are very giftable! (They're just the right project for beginners, too.) 

❤️ Purchase Kimberbell Mug Rugs HERE! (Pssst! You can download and try a free mug rug HERE!) 

Note: Mug Rug design collections are shipped to you UNLESS it's marked "Digital Download," in which case you'll download the files and instructions instead.

# 2: Easy Appliques

We have a whole line of Easy Appliques for a wide variety of occasions (and more are released every week)! Add these appliques to any embroiderable blank for gifts and more. 

❤️ Purchase and download a variety of Easy Appliques HERE! 

#3: Heart-Felt Gift Pockets

Share kindness and smiles with Kimberbell Heart-Felt Gift Pockets! Made completely in a 5x7 hoop, these giftable pockets are delightful way to brighten a day.

❤️ Purchase and download Heart-Felt Gift Pockets HERE! 

#4: Seasonal Jar Toppers

Celebrate the seasons with Kimberbell Seasonal Jar Toppers! This darling collection includes seven holiday designs that are easy to make and fun to give.

❤️ Purchase and download Kimberbell Seasonal Jar Toppers HERE! 

#5: ME by Number

A template makes it easy to create an adorable quilt block right in-the-hoop of your embroidery machine! Each of our ME by Number designs comes in five sizes perfect for a variety of uses. 

❤️ Purchase and download Kimberbell's Machine Embroider by Number designs HERE! 

#6: One Hoop Wonders

One Hoop Wonders, Vol. 1 includes simple, repeatable patterns for making cozy quilts. Stitch one design on a single block, then sew the blocks together! (This collection comes with five patterns.)

❤️ Purchase Kimberbell's One Hoop Wonders collection HERE! (This product will be shipped.)

#7: Sippin' Label Appliques

Sippin’ Label Appliques are the sweetest way to “squeeze” the day! Labels can be made quickly in a 4x4 hoop and include Lemon, Grape, Orange, Watermelon, and Strawberry Lemonade appliques. 

❤️ Purchase and download Kimberbell's Sippin' Label Appliques HERE! 

#8: Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets

Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets are simple to stitch and very giftable! Made quickly in a 5x7 hoop, this Kimberbell collection includes five designs for gift cards, money, and more.

❤️ Purchase and download Kimberbell's Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets HERE! 

#9: Project Kits

Kimberbell Project Kits are a wonderful way to discover what your embroidery machine can do! We send you the designs, instructions, fabric, and embellishments needed for the project. 

❤️ Purchase Kimberbell Project Kits HERE!

Note: Project Kits are shipped to you UNLESS marked with "Digital Download," in which case you'll download the files and instructions and no physical product will be sent. 

#10: Subscriptions

Machine embroidery subscriptions are another wonderful way to try a variety of projects. I especially recommend Hoop Studio and Applique of the Month for beginners! 

❤️ Subscribe to Kimberbell's ME Time offerings HERE!  Pssst! The Bella Box and Perfectly Pieced are definitely worth a look, too! 

Friends, I could've kept going on and on and on. But I hope the projects listed above are a good starting point as you jump into the wonderful world of machine embroidery! 

We can't wait for you to Experience the Joy of Creativity® with us!

Oh, and if you're just getting started, please join our Machine Embroidery With Kimberbell Facebook Group, too! We'd love to see what you create. 😊

Happy stitching!