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Embroidered denim shirt
Embroidered denim shirt
Embroidered denim shirt
Embroidered denim shirt

Embroidered denim shirt

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Designer
Susie Johns
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Designer
Designer
Susie Johns
Pattern Guide
Pattern Guide
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About this pattern

Long and short stitch creates a rich surface embroidery, used to fill areas of a motif; it’s like ‘painting’ with thread. It is a variety of satin stitch and is great for covering larger areas to create a neat, even result without distorting or puckering the fabric. Split stitch and chain stitch have also been incorporated into this pretty floral bird design which we've to decorate the back of a plain denim shirt.

Essentials

  • Denim shirt or jacket
  • Erasable marker pen or pencil
  • Embroidery hoop
  • Embroidery thread, assorted bright colours
  • Crewel needle

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    Embellish a denim shirt

    1 Choose a denim shirt or jacket that has a suitable flat area to accommodate the design. Make sure the fabric is stable; stretch denim is not suitable. Also bear in mind that it is easier to embroider a single layer, so if you decide to embroider your design on the yoke of a jacket instead of the back panel, this is usually double thickness so it might be a good idea to cut away the inner layer before you begin.

    2 Download and print the motif by clicking the button above and tape it to a light b

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