Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions
Things You'll Need:
- Alphabet Transfer
- Embroidery Needles
- Embroidery Scissors
- Embroidery Threads
- Embroidery Yarns
- Clothes
- Embroidery Floss
- Embroidery Hoops
- Fabrics
- Linens
- Needles
- Threads
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Step 1
Obtain an alphabet embroidery pattern from a craft store, book or magazine. Enlarge or reduce pattern to desired size. The middle initial should be either slightly larger or higher than the two on the outside.
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Step 2
Transfer the pattern to the item to be monogrammed.
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Step 3
Choose embroidery floss in a contrasting color that will be easy to see against the fabric.
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Step 4
Fill in the letters by embroidering using a machine or by hand. A satin stitch is most commonly used, sometimes over a base of running stitches to make the letters stand out.
