Embroidering Stamped Images

Add detailed embroidery to line art stamp images.

Supplies

Step-by-Step

1. Step 1

   Stamp a line art stamp image on light colored fabric with a neutral, light ink. Secure and stretch your fabric in an embroidery hoop.

   

2. Step 2

   Backstitch the lines with black embroidery floss.

   

3. Step 3

   Fill areas of clothing and accessories with satin stitch using desired colors.
   
   

   

4. Step 4

   Fill area of crown of head with satin stitch.

   

5. Step 5

   Bring thread up at edge of crown. Go back down very close to this stitch leaving a loop. Take a small stitch at base to lock the loop.

   

6. Step 6

   Continue making loops around crown.

   

7. Step 7

   Snip each loop with scissors.

   

8. Step 8

   Use small brush to separate strands of floss.

   

9. Step 9

   Optional: tie half ponytail with single strand of floss.

   

10. Step 10

    Trim hair to desired length.

    

Video!

Your Turn

You've seen the tutorial, now you try it! We've got a section of the gallery set aside for Embroidering Stamped Images. Try this technique, then upload your artwork to the gallery. Show us your creations!

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