Embroidery idea generator

Not sure what to make next? Get a project idea with a free design, the item to stitch it on, the size and the placement, for any occasion.

Occasion121 ideas

Christmas tree embroidery design, stitched

Christmas embroidery ideas

Personalized stockings

A tree on the cuff with the name stitched underneath. Embroider the cuff before the stocking is sewn together.

Size: Up to 4 in on the cuff

Get the free christmas tree design Use your own artwork

Every idea comes with

More than inspiration

A free design
Ready to stitch in every machine format.
The item
What to stitch it on, from towels to totes.
The size
The right size and placement for that item.
The occasion
Holidays, birthdays, baby, pets, school and more.
Your twist
Add a name with the text tool or the combiner.
Your artwork
Or digitize your own picture for the same idea.

Tips

Turn an idea into a gift

Add a name or date: personal touches make simple designs special.
Stitch a test on scrap before the real item.
Batch the same design on several items for craft fairs.
Match thread colors to the recipient's favorites.

Free account

Create a free account to digitize any image, try every setting and watch it sew. Choose a plan only when you want to download files.

Digitize and preview any image
Realistic stitch preview and sew-out
Download free ready-made designs
No credit card needed

FAQ

Questions

The quickest way to see what it does with your artwork is to try it. With a free account, digitizing and previewing cost nothing and take about a minute.

What should I embroider?

Start from an occasion or a person: a named stocking for Christmas, a cake with the age for a birthday, a pet bandana, a teacher tote. The generator picks a project with a free design, the item, the size and the placement.

What are easy things to machine embroider?

Flat, stable items: tea towels, tote bags, pillow covers, napkins and felt ornaments. Knits, caps and towels are the next step up.

What embroidered items sell well?

Personalized gifts with names or initials, seasonal decor, kids' items and small-business merch tend to do well; check your own market.

Are the designs free?

Yes. Every idea uses a design from the free library, which downloads with a free account. You can also digitize your own artwork for any idea.

Where do the ideas come from?

From 22 idea pages for occasions and themes, each with sizes and placements checked against our size guides.

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