Let’s jump right into it. Halloween crafting mood on! Disclaimer: This article might contain some affiliate links, you can read the full Disclosure Policy here.
Project Overview
PROJECT SIZE: approx. 11x10cm (4.3x4in) STITCHES USED: back stitch, satin stitch, and straight stitch Your final project size depends on how you’ll be printing the pattern provided. Once you download the free pattern you can resize it to the size you like. I stitched up the pattern on a 6-inch hoop and ended up with a cute Halloween decoration that’s not too big or too small. It’s just right to show off alongside the other spooky props. If you’re new to embroidery, this adorable pattern is a great place to start. It’s a simple and quick DIY project to try before the Halloween craze takes over.
Download the Free Pattern
Download the Halloween pattern from my Free Pattern Library. To get access to the Free Pattern Library fill out the form below and I will send you an email with your password. You can read more about my Free Pattern Library here. The pattern you have downloaded is full size, so when printed on A4 paper will have the exact size to fit into a 6-inch hoop. You just need to have the Fill Entire Paper option selected.
Tools and Materials
For this project, you’ll just need your regular tools. And if you feel like stitching it in a bigger hoop or in a different color palette, feel free to go for it. Simply adjust the pattern size when you print it and pick the right hoop size when you stitch it.
Transferring the Pattern
To transfer patterns manually you can use a lightbox or a window.
Halloween pattern – download from my Free Pattern Library Linen, linen blend, or cotton fabric Embroidery needle size 3 Stranded cotton embroidery thread Embroidery hoop size 6” Washable Transfer Pen Sharp Scissors
Print your pattern: If you don’t have access to a printer, you can trace the pattern onto a piece of tracing/baking paper. Plugin and turn on the lightbox: Place the printed pattern on the lightbox, then place your fabric on top of the printed pattern. If you don’t have access to a lightbox, place the printed pattern over a window and secure it with masking tape, then place the fabric on top of it and secure again. Secure the fabric: Secure your fabric with masking tape. Trace the pattern: Trace over the pattern’s lines with the tool of your choice. You can use a washable tracing pen or a very fine-tip pigment liner (0.05 or 0.1).
Stitching the “Spooky” Ghost
Back Stitch – 6 strands of thread in DMC 3776 (Mahogany Light). Start by coming up one stitch length forward, then insert the needle back one stitch. Come up again one stitch forward. You will go back down right at the beginning of your previous stitch. Continue in the same manner by coming up one stitch forward, then back down at the beginning of your previous stitch. Repeat this process until you complete the entire ghost outline. Try to be consistent with the length of your stitches.
Stitching the Details
Straight Stitch – 6 strands of thread in DMC 3776 (Mahogany Light). We’ll be stitching the small line details in straight stitch. There’s no need to rethread your needle, since we’re using the same color and number of threads. Continue adding these small details, all in straight stitch. For the ones close enough you can carry the thread on the back from one stitch to another. When you finish the left line details, secure your thread on the back, then stitch the right hand side details. Carrying the thread from one side to another will show on the front.
Stitching the Eyes and Mouth
Satin Stitch and Straight Stitch – 6 strands of thread in DMC 310 (Black).
Stitching the Vines and Leaves
For the vines use back stitch – 6 strands of thread in DMC 433 (Brown Medium) left-hand side. Stitch the leaves in satin stitch – 6 strands of thread in DMC 435 (Brown V Light) and DMC 3776 (Mahogany Light)
The Back of the Embroidery
Tidying up the back of your embroidered piece. Leaving enough thread at the end, join the 2 ends together and tie another knot. Cut the excess thread and you’re done! Your beautiful embroidery piece is ready to be displayed! At this point, you can choose to display it as is, in the same hoop you have embroidered it. Or, you can also choose a flexi display hoop. They come in all different sizes and shapes and have a nice wooden imitation outer ring. Remember that you can download the Halloween pattern from the Free Pattern Library. To access it just fill out the form below and I will send you an email with your password.
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