Project
Monogram Velvet Pillow
Velvet fabric and a web of contrasting metallic embroidery floss give this pillow a luxurious look.
Source: Martha Stewart Living, September 2011
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Introduction
materials
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Dark-colored velvet pillowcase
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White transfer paper
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Embroidery hoop and needle
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Metallic embroidery floss
steps
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Download the PDF; print the initial you'd like to use, enlarging as needed
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Place transfer paper face down on pillowcase. Place letter right side up on transfer paper. Trace letter with a pencil to transfer outline.
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Center letter in embroidery hoop. Stitch in space around letter, zigzagging to create dense diagonal stitches.
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Sew a running stitch along outline of letter to finish.
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