10 Machine Embroidery Projects to Encourage Others

One of the best parts of machine embroidery is making thoughtful gifts to inspire, uplift, and encourage those around us. 

Here are 10 project ideas for supporting the people you care about! Each can be made in just a couple of hours and is perfect for brightening someone's day. ☀️

#1: Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets

Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets are made quickly in a 5x7 hoop and include five darling designs. Stitch each pocket from soft Embroidery Felt and add gift cards and more! 

🤗 Purchase and download Sweet Surprise Gift Pockets HERE! 

#2: Well Wishes

Kimberbell’s Well Wishes collection features six designs for thoughtful gifts! From Happy Birthday to You Did It and more, you'll reach for Well Wishes for a variety of occasions.

 

🤗 Purchase and download our Well Wishes collection HERE! 

#3: Spread Kindness

Spread Kindness includes nine positive affirmations to lift, encourage, and inspire others. Each design comes in two sizes for 4x4 and 5x7 hoops!

🤗 Purchase our Spread Kindness collection HERE! (Note: This product will be shipped.)

Psssst . . .You can download our FREE Choose Kindness design HERE!

#4: Sippin' Label Appliques

Sippin’ Label Appliques are the sweetest way to “squeeze” the day! Labels can be made quickly in a 4x4 hoop and are the perfect pick for last-minute gifts and more.

🤗 Purchase and download Sippin' Label Appliques HERE! 

#5: Mug Rugs

Kimberbell's extensive Mug Rugs collection includes many encouraging sentiments, like our You've Got This design from Mug Rugs Volume 5.

🤗 Purchase and download Mug Rugs, Vol. 5 HERE! 

Psssst . .. Never tried a Kimberbell Mug Rug before? HERE is a free one!

#6: Easy Appliques

We also have a variety of Easy Applique designs that are perfect for encouraging others! For example, you might thank the angels in your life with this darling design.

🤗 Purchase and download Easy Appliques HERE!

#7: Everyday Appliques, Vol. 1

Quick and easy to make, Everyday Appliques, Vol. 1 includes 10 designs for different occasions. Stitch on your favorite blank, then share with others for holidays and more! 

🤗 Purchase Everyday Appliques, Vol. 1 HERE! (Note: This product will be shipped.)

#8: Everyday Appliques, Vol. 2

Everyday Appliques, Vol. 1 was such a hit, we had to make a Volume 2! Like the original, this second collection includes a wide variety of designs to make you smile. 

🤗 Purchase and download Everyday Appliques, Vol. 2 HERE!

#9: Heart-Felt Gift Pockets

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

🤗 Purchase and download Heart-Felt Gift Pockets HERE! 

#10: It's a Wrap

It’s a Wrap, Vol. 1 includes nine wrap designs for mugs, jars, candles, etc. Wraps come in three sizes each, are pieced and quilted in-the-hoop, and include sweet sentiments!

🤗 Purchase and download It's a Wrap HERE!

As we like to say at Kimberbell, saying, "I made this for you" is just like saying, "I love you." 

With these designs and your embroidery machine at the ready, it's easy to add a little sunshine to someone's day . ..one heartfelt stitch at a time.

Happy stitching!