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Perfect for a vintage-themed wedding, or for any kind of gift-giving occasion, these little embroidered purses are just the right size to contain a small present such as jewellery, make-up or perfume, to show that you care. Mix and match unbleached cotton with pretty prints and ribbons for the casing and drawstring. For a cost-effective option, use calico and other fabrics from your stash.
Sew a gift pouch
Cut 20cm x 40cm (22cm x 42cm for the larger bag) from plain fabric and fold in half widthways. Download the embroidery motifs. Position the bottom edge of your chosen motif centrally, 4cm up from the fold. Transfer the design to the fabric.
Place the fabric in an embroidery hoop, so that the motif is in the centre. Thread a crewel needle with three strands of embroidery thread and work the lettering in satin stitch. To do this, first sew lines of running stitch inside each letter, within the lines you have drawn. Then work satin stitch to fill the lettering, taking the needle just outside the drawn line with each stitch. Use two or more of the three colours to complete the embroidery.
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