I decided to try to learn how to embroider with the hopes that I could make some embroidered towels or something as Christmas gifts.

I ended up buying this Savvy Stitches kit from Michaels for only $6 with the 40% off coupon from the sale flier. It came with 32 iron-on designs, hoop, needle, embroidery floss, practice fabric, and instructions.

I did some practice stitches and then I tried a butterfly pattern that came with the kit.

I think it looks kind of funny with the head hovering over the body, but that was how the pattern came.

It was pretty easy to do. It was fun, too. I liked doing a fiber craft that had immediately visible results. Knitting and crocheting takes so long to finish. I am known to finish scarves long after the cold weather is gone.

Anyway, if you want to try out embroidery to see if you like it, I highly recommend these kits. The regular price is $9.99, but Michaels has 40% off coupons nearly every week. There are different designs available, too. Here is the manufacturer’s website. It shows the four design sets available and you can search for a retailer near you.