As always, we’ll cover everything from start to finish, from materials needed, and embroidery stitches, to how to tie that cute jute twine knot on top of the basket. Gather your tools, make yourself cozy, light a lavender candle, and let’s get started! Disclaimer: This post might contain some affiliate links, you can find my full Disclosure Policy here.
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PROJECT SIZE: approx. 12.5x11cm (4.9×4.3in) STITCHES USED: Basket weave stitch, stem stitch, outline stitch & lazy daisy stitch The final embroidery size is 12.5x11cm. However, if you decide to scale down the design when printing it, thus a smaller finished embroidery, I advise you to reduce the number of strands you’ll be using – 4 strands of thread should be fine. This is especially important for the flowers, where the design is pretty crowded. As a general rule, the smaller the design is, the less number of strands you should use. It takes a bit of experimentation with the number of strands, but worthwhile for a nice, not bulky outcome. Another important aspect is the needle you’ll be using. Because the basket is relatively big in size, you will need a long enough needle to be able to stitch the basket weave with ease – a Milliners needle size 3 is the optimal needle for this piece. The same goes for the jute bow. If you’d like to add the final bow, you will need a needle with a large eye – a tapestry needle size 18 should work with the thick jute twine.
Tools and Materials
For this project, you’ll need the following tools and materials. Using the right needle sizes is particularly important when stitching the basket and the jute bow.
Download the Lavender Pattern
Download the lavender design from my Free Pattern Library.
Lavender basket pattern – free download from my Free Pattern Library Linen, linen blend, or cotton (Klona) fabric Embroidery hoop 7-inch Transfer Pen – Erasable or Washable Stranded cotton embroidery floss Embroidery needle Milliner size 3 Tapestry needle size 18 for the jute bow Natural jute twine Scissors
To get easy 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 details about my Free Pattern Library here. The pattern you have downloaded is full page size, so when printed on A4 paper will have the exact size to fit into a 7-inch embroidery hoop. You just need to ensure you have the Fill Entire Paper option selected.
Lavender Embroidery Color Palette
I stitched this pattern using Anchor threads. Personally, I find them a bit more saturated than the DMC brand. If using DMC threads, you can check out this thread conversion chart, but please note there might be small differences in tone and saturation. Or, you can check these similar lavender color schemes, they’d work great for this lavender pattern:
Stitch Color Palette Purple Flowers Embroidery Color Palette with Purple Mystical Rose Stitch Color Palette
Stitching the Basket
We’ll start by stitching the basket’s body in basket weave stitch. Use 6 strands of thread in Anchor 379 (Mocha Beige Medium) and a Milliners needle size 3. The first step in the basket weave stitch is to create the vertical straight lines used as a base for the weave. When you reach the last row, you might struggle to slide the needle through the vertical lines. It’s normal, but try to stitch as much as you can to cover the supporting vertical stitches. Once you finish weaving you can use again the back of your needle to arrange a bit the stitches. This was the basket’s body done!
Stitching the Basket Bottom
We’ll stitch the basket’s bottom in stem stitch and the handle in outline stitch. Use 12 strands of thread in Anchor 358 (Brown Medium) and a Milliners needle size 3. You can now assess your result and if needed you can add a few more stem stitches to fill the gaps. I was happy with mine, even if it’s not perfectly covered. When you’re done stitching the bottom section, secure the thread in the same manner as we previously did. Just tie a knot on the back and cut the excess thread.
Stitching the Basket Handle
Use 12 strands of thread in Anchor 358 (Brown Medium) and a Milliners needle size 3.
Stitching the Lavender
We’ll stitch the lavender flowers in lazy daisy stitch. Use 6 strands of thread in Anchor 102, Anchor 110, Anchor 108 and a Milliners needle size 3. Following the pattern, continue stitching all the dark flowers using the darkest shade of purple – Anchor 102. Switch to the medium purple – Anchor 110 and embroider all the medium shade flowers using the same lazy daisy stitch. And lastly, stitch all the remaining flowers using the lightest shade of purple – Anchor 108.
Adding the Jute Twine Bow
Optional you can tie a bow of natural jute twine using a tapestry needle size 18. Additionally, you can tie a jute twine bow. For this step you will need a needle with a large eye – a tapestry needle size 18 should be fine. Thread your needle with 18-20cm jute twine. Don’t tie a knot at the ends. Gently pull the jute twine through the fabric, while holding half of the twine on the surface. Come back up and pull through the other half of the twine. Remove the needle and tie a knot. Once knotted you can easily tie a bow. If needed you can adjust the size and cut the excess twine if it’s too long. I really hope you enjoyed stitching with me this lavender embroidery and can’t wait to see your beautiful design. At this point, you can choose to display your embroidery in the same hoop you have embroidered it, or frame it. If you’re looking for more flower basket inspiration, don’t miss out on the flower coloring pages article. Even though they’re not exactly embroidery patterns, you can totally tweak them for a cool hand embroidery project. There are some seriously adorable floral baskets that would rock this same technique we covered in this tutorial. Until next time, happy stitching and let me know in the comments below if you have any questions. I’ll do my best to answer any questions you might have. Remember that you can download the lavender flowers pattern and many other free patterns 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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