Hello stitchers and happy National Embroidery Month (NEM)! Yes, February is dedicated to celebrating all things needle and thread, and we at Love Embroidery magazine – along with our wonderful sponsors – are going to make sure 2026 is the best NEM ever.

Embellish a plain pencil case with an easy-to-stitch sloth motif that’s almost too cute for school.

Pretty up your space with Mollie Johanson’s hanging decoration stitched with bullion knot roses.

Embroider sweet florals and ladybirds onto a soft linen bonnet to create your own treasured heirloom designed by Jevgenija Medvedeva.

We’ve put together this comprehensive list to help you understand different fabric types for sewing and what to use them for.

Use our free hand embroidery fireworks design to stitch something for Bonfire night.

Little pups will love this kid’s swing coat by Juliet Bawden, appliquéd with a tail-chasing sausage dog. Use this toddler coat pattern to make a charming outfit for a young child!

Spread the love with this gorgeous heart embroidery pattern designed by the talented Anne Oliver.

Learn how to stitch a felt rabbit so that you can have a new felt friend in time for Easter.

We’ve teamed up with the The Daylight Company to show you exactly how to transfer an embroidery design onto fabric, so you can stitch your design easily!