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Embroidery kits for beginners and beginners patterns

Embarking on a new craft can be daunting, especially when you’re unsure where to begin or which tools to trust. 

If you're curious about how to begin embroidery and searching for beginner-friendly embroidery kits that offer genuine guidance, this selection is an excellent choice for you.

This collection has been thoughtfully curated to address the common challenges faced by embroidery novices. Whether it’s confusion over selecting the right patterns or difficulty understanding stitching techniques, these kits and patterns provide clear, accessible steps to build confidence from the very first stitch.

Carefully designed to simplify your creative journey, the collection combines quality materials with easy-to-follow instructions. Each kit includes everything a beginner needs, turning seemingly complex embroidery into an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

  • Comprehensive beginner embroidery kits that come with all essential tools
  • Clear, straightforward beginner embroidery patterns tailored for new stitchers
  • Step-by-step guidance designed to teach how to start embroidery with confidence
  • Engaging designs that encourage skill development while producing beautiful results

Ideal for anyone looking to explore embroidery for the first time, these kits suit hobbyists wanting a relaxing pastime or gift-givers searching for a thoughtful, creative present. Whether you’re stitching at home or joining a crafting group, these beginner kits offer a brilliant start.

Discover the joy of stitching and unlock your creative potential with this carefully selected beginner embroidery collection.

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Embroidery hoop with owl design and floral patterns on a wooden surface, featuring 'PDF Pattern' text. Embroidered design with an owl surrounded by leaves, berries, and mushrooms on a circular pattern.

Owls Delight Design Embroidery PDF Beginners Pattern

Owls Delight Design Embroidery PDF Beginners Pattern A Mini SAL  This SAL has been designed to allow everyone to have a taster of what a Stitch A Long is all about and the pattern is completely beginner friendly with no tricky stitches or complicated designs. The tutorials for completing this pattern are all accessed online from the Stitchdoodles Stitch A Long studio. The pattern is NOT available as a printable PDF. The finished design measures approx. 7.5 inches round. You will be purchasing just the template so you can download and then transfer to the fabric yourself, ready for stitching. If you want to purchase the pre printed fabric - this is available in that section of the shop. What you will get: PDF template of the 'Owls Delight' design in actual size ready to print out and then transfer to the fabric yourself. Details of how to access the tutorials online at the Stitchdoodles Studio. The Template is a PDF which once purchased will be available for you to download instantly. You will need a PDF reader to be able to view the attached file. You can download a free reader for your computer here. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This design is a Stitch A Long - All of the tutorials for completing this pattern are available for FREE here...  Stitchdoodles SAL Studio - all the information you need to access these are given with the template.

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Embroidery hoop with a fabric pattern featuring an owl and nature elements on a wooden surface. Owls Delight Pre Printed Embroidery Pattern Fabric , Pre Printed Fabric Pattern , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, creative, doodle embroidery, embroidery patern, embroidery sampler, hand embroidery , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Owls Delight Pre Printed Embroidery Beginner Pattern Fabric

Owls Delight Pre Printed Embroidery Beginner Pattern Fabric A Mini SAL  This SAL has been designed to allow everyone to have a taster of what a Stitch A Long is all about and the pattern is completely beginner friendly with no tricky stitches or complicated designs. The tutorials for completing this pattern are all accessed online from the Stitchdoodles Stitch A Long studio. The pattern is NOT available as a printable PDF. The finished design measures approx. 7.5 inches round. The design is printed for you on to a 100% beautiful Ivory Cotton fabric ready for you to get stitching straight away. This will be posted to you. What you will get: A 15 inch square Fabric Panel Pre Printed with the 'Owls Delight' hand embroidery Design. A 15 inch square of soft Calico stabiliser. Details of how to access the tutorials online at the Stitchdoodles Studio. This sampler does not come as a kit - there is a complete list of the threads used in the design at the studio, alternatively, it's a great way to use up all those extra threads you have in your stash!

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Embroidery kit with hoop, threads, scissors, and other supplies on a marble surface. Embroidery Kit for Beginners Journal Complete Starter Kit

Embroidery Kit for Beginners Journal Complete Starter Kit

This Embroidery Journal Hand Embroidery Kit for beginners has been designed so you have everything you need to get started on this journey Want to create a beautiful Hand Embroidery Journal? You can do just that with this Embroidery Journal 'made easy' Starter Kit by Stitchdoodles. The kit includes the highest quality materials plus a printed 'How to Guide' which includesbover 150 hand drawn icons ready for you to choose and stitch. The 'How to Guide' shows you... How to transfer the motif to your journal fabric Lots of ideas for what to include in addition to the 150 hand drawn motifs provided. Where to find designs and motifs – perfect for people who don’t draw. Which embroidery thread to use. Which stitches to use. How to fill the empty space. Optional Extra: You can choose to add on a Nurge Hoop for stitching the design if required. Embroidery Kit Contents:  15inch square Premium Cotton with template design pre printed on 15 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric John James premium needles sizes 5 - 10 (16 needles) + 1 Tapestry 7 Colours of DMC Stranded thread to get you started Needle Threader Cotton Clara Embroidery Scissors Seam Ripper - perfect for tiny spaces where you need to cut Frixion Pen for transferring your motifs to the fabric - just iron away any lines still showing once stitched. Embroidery Kit + Hoop: Everything included as per the Embroidery Kit PLUS  1 x 8inch Nurge Beech Wooden Hoop.

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Embroidery hoop and fabric pattern with 'Embroidery Journal made easy' text. Embroidery Journal Pre Printed Embroidery Fabric , Pre Printed Fabric Pattern , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, Embroidery Kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit fro beginners, flower month pattern, hand embroidery, hand embroidery pattern, modern embroidery kits, Printed Pattern, year of flowes , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Embroidery Journal for Beginners Pre Printed Embroidery Fabric

Embroidery Journal Pre Printed Embroidery Fabric for Beginners Want to create a beautiful Hand Embroidery Journal? You can do just that with the Embroidery Journal 'made easy' by Stitchdoodles. There are 2 templates for you to choose from each with 12 divisions so you have some stitch space to fill in each month. Choose which template you would like pre printed for you on to 100% cotton so you can get stitching straight away. Along pre printed fabric template, there is a 'How to Guide' included as well as over 150 hand drawn icons ready for you to choose and stitch. …so if you are completely new to the whole concept, you will be stitching your journal in no time. Find out… How to transfer the motif to your journal fabric Lots of ideas for what to include in addition to the 150 hand drawn motifs provided. Where to find designs and motifs – perfect for people who don’t draw. Which embroidery thread to use. Which stitches to use. How to fill the empty space. What you will get: This listing is for a Pre Printed Embroidery Fabric Panel - the design is printed for you on to a 100% beautiful Ivory Cotton fabric ready for you to get stitching straight away. This will be posted to you. A 15 inch square Fabric Panel Pre Printed with the 'Embroidery Journal Template' of your choice. A 15 inch square of soft Calico stabiliser. Make your design choice from the drop down menu. The Completed Embroidery Journal Pre Printed Embroidery Fabric Template Design is approx 8 inches. You will need to use your own threads to make this wonderful Embroidery Journal.

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Embroidery pattern with various stitches on a wooden surface, featuring a PDF pattern label. Doodle Cloth PDF Patterns for 10 stitches , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginners, hand embroidery, modern embroidery kits, PDF pattern, unique embroidery kits , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Doodle Cloth PDF Patterns for 10 stitches Embroidery for Beginners

Doodle Cloths, Embroidery for Beginners Practice 10 different stitches with these doodle cloth patterns. This is a fun and exciting way to practice your hand embroidery stitches and enjoy playing around with different threads and techniques. Designed for beginners but actually great fun for all levels of stitchers - create a cute little cloth for each of the following stitches... Chain Stitch, Star Stitch, French Knots, Fishbone Stitch, Brick Stitch, Trellis Stitch, Sheaf Stitch, Seed Stitch, Fly Stitch, Split Stitch. Each Doodle Cloth Pattern measures 3 inches Square and its surprising how much stitching you can do in a small space! The Pattern gives you step by step instructions for each of the stitches and when you have completed all 10 you will be ready to move on and stitch the Starflower Sampler which is available separately. What you will get: Embroidery PDF Pattern for the 'Doodle Cloth' hand embroidery Design with full colour photos. Full Size Template of the Hand Embroidery Designs. The Pattern is a PDF which once purchased will be available for you to download instantly. You will need a PDF reader to be able to view the attached file. You can download a free reader for your computer here. The pattern details the floss and stitches I used in the example photo but feel free to make your own choices – it’s up to you!   BONUS: You will also receive an additional template for the mini starflower square which I used to decorate the front of the Felt Wrap. There are instructions for how to make a Felt Wrap like the one pictured to keep your doodle cloths in over on the blog once your stitching is all done.If you would prefer the Pre Printed fabric or the Ready to Stitch Kit for this design - please click on either of these options in the left hand menu.

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Embroidery design with bunnies and flowers on a white background, framed and displayed on a wooden surface. Spring Rabbits Hand Embroidery Kit , Embroidery Kit , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit for beginers, hand embroidery kit, hand embroidery pattern, hand embroidery thread, nurge, nurge hoop, nurse kit , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Spring Rabbits hand Embroidery Kit for Beginners

Spring Rabbits Embroidery Kit for Beginners 'Spring Rabbits' - a beautiful embroidery design where you can enjoy stitching colourful flowers surrounding 3 gorgeous little rabbits.The Embroidery Kit for Beginners comes with all the Highest Quality materials you will need to complete the pictured design. (apart from embroidery scissors). Optional Extra: You can choose to add on a Nurge Hoop for stitching the design if required. The Design is approximately 6.5 x 5 inches when complete. Premium Embroidery Kit 9 colours of DMC Floss pre-wound - enough to complete the whole design. 12 inch square Premium Cotton with design pre printed on 12 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric Hand Embroidery Needle Size 7 & 9 (Premium quality John James) Printed Pattern with step by step instructions and full colour photos. Embroidery Kit + Nurge Plastic Square Hoop Everything included as per the Premium Kit plus a No.3 sized Nurge Plastic Square Hoop You can find out all about these fabulous hoops in the listing here Make your choice from the drop down menu above.

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Framed artwork of colorful flowers next to a vase with real flowers on a white surface. Meadow Flowers Hand Embroidery Kit , Embroidery Kit , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, countryside, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit for beginers, embroidery kits for beginners, flowers, garden, hand embroidery kit, hand embroidery pattern, hand embroidery thread, meadow, nature, nurge, nurge hoop, nurse kit, petals , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Meadow Flowers Embroidery Kit for Beginners

Meadow Flowers, Embroidery Kit for Beginners is a beautiful design with simple stitches and a gorgeous colourway Meadow Flowers is suitable for beginners through to advanced and uses the following stitches... Chain, Straight, Fishbone, Split, French Knots, Fly and Satin Stitch. The Kit comes with all the Highest Quality materials you will need to complete the pictured design. (apart from embroidery scissors). Optional Extra: You can choose to add on a Nurge Hoop for stitching the design if required. The Design is approximately 8 x 4 inches when complete.  Embroidery Kit 8 colours of DMC Floss pre-wound - enough to complete the whole design. 12 inch square Premium Cotton with design pre printed on 12 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric Hand Embroidery Needle Size 7 & 9 (Premium quality John James) Printed Pattern with step by step instructions and full colour photos. Embroidery Kit + Nurge Plastic Square Hoop Everything included as per the Premium Kit plus a No.3 sized Nurge Plastic Square Hoop (see photo) You can find out all about these fabulous hoops in the listing here Make your choice from the drop down menu above.

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Embroidery Journal Templates with PDF pattern text on a pink background Embroidery Journal Hand Embroidery Templates , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit for beginners, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginers, embroidery pattern, hand embroidery, modern embroidery kits, PDF pattern , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Embroidery Journal Hand Embroidery Templates for Beginners

Want to Create a Beautiful Embroidery Journal in Hand Embroidery You can do just that with the Embroidery Journal 'made easy' by Stitchdoodles. This PDF download contains templates for 7 different embroidery journal layouts for you to choose from. Each design has 12 divisions so you have some stitch space to fill in each month. There is also a bonus template for 4 different frame templates for any special moments that might stand out in your year. Along with the templates, there is a 'How to Guide' included as well as over 150 hand drawn icons ready for you to choose and stitch. …so if you are completely new to the whole concept, you will be stitching your journal in no time. Find out… How to transfer the motif to your journal fabric Lots of ideas for what to include in addition to the 150 hand drawn motifs provided. Where to find designs and motifs – perfect for people who don’t draw. Which embroidery thread to use. Which stitches to use. How to fill the empty space. THIS IS A PDF PATTERN FOR DIGITAL TEMPLATES SO YOU CAN TRANSFER TO FABRIC YOURSELF. PLEASE NOTE - THIS IS NOT A PATTERN - it is for you to fill in the templates yourself by adding small little icons or motifs that represent things that happen in your weeks and months. You can read all about stitching a thread journal, on the blog here> What you will get: Embroidery PDF Pattern for the 'Embroidery Journal made easy' Full Size Templates for 7 individual templates = 1 bonus Over 150 hand drawn icons to get you started This is designed for you to make your own choices on the thread and colours you want to use. It is a great way to use up all those extra threads you have in your stash! Join the Happy Stitching FB Group and share your journals progress along the way with lots of other stitchers joining.

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Embroidery hoop with floral and bee pattern on a white background Flower Hive Hand Embroidery Kit , Embroidery Kit , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginners, flower embroidery, hand embroidery, hand embroidery kit, modern embroidery kits, unique embroidery kits , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Flower Hive Hand Embroidery Kit

Flower Hive Hand Embroidery Kit.  Gorgeous flowers and bees mixed with hexagons and beautiful colours - what could be more delightful - this is really happy stitching... The kit comes with all the Highest Quality materials you will need to complete the pictured design (apart from embroidery scissors).Optional Extra: You can choose to add on an 8inch Elbesee Hoop for stitching the design if required. The Design is approximately 7 inches round.   Embroidery Kit 10 colours of DMC Floss pre-wound on to cardboard bobbins - enough to complete the whole design. 12inch square Premium Cotton with design pre printed on 12 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric Printed Pattern with step by step instructions and full colour photos Hand Embroidery Needle Size 7 & 9 (Premium quality John James) Embroidery Kit + Elbesee Hoop Everything included as per the Premium Kit plus an 8 inch Elbesee Hoop. Make your choice from the drop down menu above

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Embroidery hoop with colorful leaf patterns on a white background As the Leaves Turn, Hand Embroidery Kit , Embroidery Kit , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, Embroidery, embroidery hoop, embroidery hoop kit, Embroidery Kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit fro beginners, embroidery pattern, hand embroidery, hand embroidery fabric, hand embroidery kit, hand embroidery seat frame, modern embroidery kits, nurge embroidery hoop, PDF pattern, Printed Pattern , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com
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Embroidery hoop with a colorful landscape design on a gray surface with a plant and books. Flower Meadow Cottage Hand Embroidery Kit , Embroidery Kit , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, Embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, Embroidery Kit, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginners, flower embroidery, hand embroidery, hand embroidery fabric, hand embroidery hoop, hand embroidery kit, hand embroidery pattern, hand embroidery thread, hand stitching, modern embroidery kits, nurge embroidery hoop, unique embroidery kits, wildlife embroidery , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Flower Meadow Cottage Embroidery Kit for Beginners

Flower Meadow Cottage Hand Embroidery Beginner Kit Get lost in all the gorgeous colours and stitches found in the meadows that lead to the Cottage.  The Flower Meadow Cottage Hand Embroidery Beginner kit comes with all the Highest Quality materials you will need to complete the pictured design (apart from embroidery scissors).Optional Extra: You can choose to add on a 7inch Elbesee Hoop for stitching the design if required. The design is approximately 7 inches round. Flower Meadow Cottage is also available as a PDF download or a Fabric Pack - you can find these in those sections of the shop. Beginner Embroidery KIt 15 colours of DMC Floss pre-wound on to cardboard bobbins - enough to complete the whole design. 12inch square Premium Cotton with design pre printed on 12 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric Hand Embroidery Needle Size 7 & 9 (Premium quality John James) Printed Pattern with step by step instructions and full colour photos. Beginner Kit + Elbesee Hoop Everything included as per the Embroidery Kit plus a 7 inch Elbesee Hoop. Make your choice from the drop down menu above.

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Embroidery hoop with colorful geometric pattern on a gray surface Hexagon Sampler Beginner Hand Embroidery Kit , embroidery pattern , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kits for beginners, hand embroidery, hand embroidery kit, PDF pattern, unique embroidery kits , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Hexagon Sampler Embroidery Kit for Beginners

This Hexagon Sampler Embroidery Kit for Beginners is the best kit to get you started on a fabulous journey with Hand Embroidery The 20 stitches used are the more basic and frequently used stitches to get you on your way to stitching a variety of exciting creations. This wonderful Embroidery Kit for Beginners contains everything you need to get you started with hand embroidery. All the materials are the highest quality to ensure you get the very best results with your stitching. There are 3 gorgeous colourways to choose from using Beautiful DMC  Stranded thread - See the photo's to make your choice.  As well as the high quality supplies, each kit also comes with a fabulous Printed Pattern with step by step instructions for all 20 stitches with full colour photo's. Learn each stitch from start to finish.This Design is approximately 7 inches round. Starter Embroidery Kit 7 full skeins of DMC stranded thread in your chosen colourway - choose either Arboretum, Bluebell Woods or Srawberry Fields. (Each skein has 8 metres of thread). 12inch square Premium Cotton with design pre printed on 12 inch square Soft Calico Stabiliser fabric JJ Needle Pack: 16 embroidery needles sizes 5 to 10 1 Tapestry Needle 7 Plastic Thread Cards  1 Needle Threader and 1 Seam Ripper 1 x 7inch Elbesee Hoop  

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Embroidery hoop with 'Dog Park' design featuring cartoon dogs and trees on a wooden surface. Dog Park Hand Embroidery Pattern , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, Embroidery, embroidery hoop, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginners, embroidery pattern, hand embroidery, hand embroidery fabric, hand embroidery seat frame, modern embroidery kits, nurge embroidery hoop, PDF pattern, Printed Pattern, unique embroidery kits , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com
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Embroidery hoop with blue and white wave pattern on a white background Waves Hand Embroidery Pattern , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit for beginners, embroidery kits for adults, embroidery kits for beginers, hand embroidery, modern embroidery kits, PDF pattern , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com
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Embroidery kit with colorful beach hut design, thread, and tools on a white background. Beach Huts Hand Embroidery Pattern , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, Embroidery, embroidery hoop, embroidery hoop kit, Embroidery Kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit fro beginners, embroidery pattern, hand embroidery, hand embroidery fabric, hand embroidery seat frame, modern embroidery kits, nurge embroidery hoop, PDF pattern, Printed Pattern , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Beach Huts Hand Embroidery PDF Pattern

Beach Huts Hand Embroidery PDF Pattern Beach Huts Hand Embroidery Pattern holds a fondness for me as every year we visit Cornwall and there is an array of beautifully painted and colourful Beach Huts along the beach edge all lovingly looked after by their lucky owners. I just knew I had to make a stitch version so you could enjoy their delights as well. Beach Huts Hand Embroidery Pattern fits nicely in a 7 inch hoop.The pattern details the floss and stitches I used in the example photo but feel free to make your own choices – it’s up to you! What you will get: Embroidery PDF Pattern for the Beach Huts Design with full colour photos and a step by step process. Full Size Template of the Embroidery Design. The Pattern is a PDF which once purchased will be available for you to download instantly.

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Embroidery hoop with dog pattern on a wooden surface, labeled 'PDF Pattern'. Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery Pattern , PDF Download , StitchDoodles , beginner embroidery, embroidery hoop kit, embroidery kit for adults, embroidery kit for beginers, embroidery kits for beginners, hand embroidery, PDF pattern , StitchDoodles , shop.stitchdoodles.com

Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery PDF Pattern

Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery Pattern – by Stitchdoodles  My gorgeous little dog Nancy has some Jack Russell Terrier in her and she is such a character and very cheeky. I am sure you will love stitching these little dogs as much as I did. Learn simple hand embroidery stitches whilst creating a beautiful piece of embroidery hoop art. The Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery PDF Pattern offers the perfect solution for embroidery enthusiasts of all skill levels, especially beginners eager to learn new stitches while creating something beautiful. This downloadable embroidery pattern captures the lively spirit of Jack Russell Terriers, making every stitch a joy. Detailed step-by-step instructions with full-colour photographs guide you clearly through the process. A full-size template of the design allows for a perfect 6.5-inch finished piece, fitting neatly into a 7-inch embroidery hoop. Flexibility in thread and stitch choices empowers you to personalise your embroidery, making the pattern truly your own. One delighted customer shared, “Stitching this Jack Russell pattern was so enjoyable and relaxing; the instructions were easy to follow, and I ended up with a charming piece of art that I’m proud to display.” Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a fulfilling embroidery project that enhances your skills and adds a touch of handmade charm to your home. Download the Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery PDF Pattern today and start stitching your very own delightful Jack Russell embroidery masterpiece. What you will get: Embroidery PDF Pattern for the Jack Russell Design with full colour photos and a step by step process. Full Size Template of the Embroidery Design. The Jack Russells, Hand Embroidery Pattern is a PDF which once purchased will be available for you to download instantly.

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