Hand embroidery kits and finished pieces, made with intention.

Designed by a decorative arts historian in Richmond, VA. Not mass-market craft — embroidery made to last.

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Narnia Embroidery FULL Kit | Courage Dear Heart DIY Craft
$34.99
Embrace bravery and resilience with this "Courage Dear Heart" hand embroidery kit inspired by C.S. Lewis' timeless series, Chronicles of Narnia.
Whether you're a fan of literature, seeking motivation, or simply love the wisdom of C.S. Lewis, this sticker is sure to inspire and uplift. Add it to your collection or gift it to a loved one as a meaningful token of encouragement and strength.

This Complete Embroidery Kit has everything you need to create your own hoop, including:
* a premium 6 inch beechwood hoop (no flimsy bamboo hoop here!),
* 2 pieces of fabric, the Main Fabric & a 2nd layer of fabric for extra stability when stitching,
* heat erasable transfer pen (can be omitted if not needed),
* generous lengths of DMC floss,
* size 5 DMC embroidery needle,
* a full color copy of the PDF Pattern which includes, the Materials list, Starting Guide & Helpful Suggestions, Instructions for starting your hoop & transferring the design, Stitch & Color guide and a 6” tracing pattern.

The kit will arrive at your doorstep with the fabric in the hoop all ready for you to start stitching right away!
This pattern was created and copyrighted by Sarah Day of Sparkyframes Stitchery and is for personal use only. Please do not sell this pattern or any created pieces you have made from this pattern. Thank you!

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I Can Do Hard Things Hand Embroidery Kit - DIY Hoop Art
$43.99
Everything you need to stitch the inspiring I Can Do Hard Things design — full embroidery kit with hoop, fabric, floss & instructions.

This complete embroidery kit gives you everything you need to create a meaningful piece of hoop art that will remind you (or a loved one): I can do hard things. Perfect for beginners who want to learn embroidery and experienced stitchers who love quick, satisfying projects.

🧵 Your Kit Includes:
6” premium beechwood embroidery hoop
Pre-cut & Printed 100% cotton fabric (two layers for a polished finish)
Full skeins of DMC embroidery floss in all required colors
Size 5 embroidery needle
Printed pattern with stitch guide
Step-by-step illustrated instructions
Helpful embroidery tips for transferring patterns, prepping your hoop, and keeping stitches neat

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
Beginner-friendly, but engaging for experienced stitchers
Inspiring text design that doubles as encouragement + decor
Relaxing, screen-free creative time
All-in-one: no extra supplies needed!

🎁 Perfect for:
Gifts for makers, friends, or graduates
Encouragement for tough seasons
Home decor with meaning

Details:
Difficulty: Beginner–Intermediate
Hoop Size: 6 inches
Designed by Sarah Day, Made by Day
Kitty Cat Embroidery Kit: DIY Sampler with Hoop, Floss & Pattern
$43.99
🐾 Stitch your way through 13+ embroidery stitches with this playful Kitty Cat Sampler full kit — hoop, floss, fabric & instructions included!
Meet your new favorite stitching companion — the Kitty Cat Sampler! 🐾

This embroidery kit is designed for confident beginners and intermediate stitchers ready to expand their skills. With a playful cat motif sprinkled with flowers, freckles, and starry accents, you’ll learn over a dozen embroidery stitches while creating a piece you’ll be proud to hang or gift.

🧵 Your Kit Includes:
Premium 7” beechwood embroidery hoop
Pre-cut and printed cotton fabric (2 pieces for a polished finish)
DMC embroidery floss (full skeins in all required colors)
Size 5 embroidery needle
Full-color printed pattern guide
Step-by-step instructions & stitch guidance
Embroidery Tips and Tricks

✨ Why You’ll Love It:
All-in-one kit — no extra shopping required!
Teaches 13+ embroidery stitches (Back, Fishbone, Fly, French Knot, Lazy Daisy, Satin, Woven Rose, and more)
Relaxing, screen-free creative time
A meaningful finished piece for your wall (or to gift to your favorite cat lover!)

🎁 Perfect for:
Crafters looking to stretch their skills with new stitches
A thoughtful gift for cat lovers or creative friends
Anyone who wants to slow down, stitch, and make something beautiful

Details:
Difficulty: Confident Beginner – Intermediate
Hoop size: 7 inches
Pattern designed by Sarah Day, Made by Day

Made … with intention.

Made by Day is the work of one designer: a decorative arts historian who has spent her career studying why beautiful things matter. Every kit, pattern, and finished piece is designed to last — not to fill a trend. This isn't mass-market craft. It's slow making, done with care, for people who want to put something real on their walls and in their hands.

What stitchers are saying…

Perfect in every way. Great customer service, fast shipping. Everything was so beautifully wrapped - it felt like I was the one getting a present in the mail! Thank you so very much!

— Gayle (via etsy)

This kit is perfect for me as I'm fairly new to stitching, the instructions are clear and really helpful. Highly recommend!

— Jennifer (via etsy)

This was my very first embroidery project, and it was super easy to follow!

— Emily (via etsy)

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Custom Silhouette Portraits

A new Made by Day offering: stitched silhouette portraits made from your child's profile. Classic cut-paper silhouette style, brought to life with fabric, texture, and hand embroidery. Each piece begins with a simple photo and becomes a one-of-a-kind heirloom.

Commissions opening soon — starting at $85. Join the waitlist to be first in line.

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Two embroidered hoops with the words 'Courage, Dear, Heart' and 'Courage, Dear, Heart' stitched in colorful thread, placed on a weathered wooden surface with green leaves, a gold picture frame, and a small glass vase with purple and yellow flowers.