A brief history of embroidery

The origins of embroidery stem from China and the Near East, capable of being traced as far back as 30,000 B.C. with fossilized remains of hand-stitched and decorated clothing from the Cro-Magnon era. Embroidery has endured throughout millennia, not only as a way to create practical items but also as a delicate and impressive form of craftsmanship and art. Traditionally, folk techniques such as embroidery and needlework were passed down from generation to generation in a diverse range of cultures, including Vietnam, Mexico, eastern Europe, and several indigenous cultures. Today, embroidery remains an impressive skill used to add beauty and personality to everyday items, from dresses and scarves to custom embroidery wall art.

Embroidery adds depth and texture to your collection of art and home goods. From abstract to adorable, sunsets to kitty cats, you can find embroidered pieces that speak to your interests and personality. Below are a few of the most popular embroidered items you’ll find on Etsy: Clothing: Embroidered clothing comes in a wide range of styles, easy to mix and match with existing pieces for one-of-a-kind looks. Try a personalized embroidered jacket or snug embroidered hat to add flare to your cold-weather wear. Patches: The ultimate way to add personality to your existing items, embroidered patches come in many styles, shapes, sizes, and customizations. Find vintage patches that track your vacations and adventures or custom patches that let you showcase your favorite fandoms. Linens: Embroidered linens often become heritage pieces passed through generations, showcasing elegance and beauty. Embroidered table linens set the stage for traditional holiday feasts, while embroidered towels add a finishing touch to your bathroom decor. Pillows and blankets: Pillows and blankets featuring gorgeous designs fill a home with whimsy and comfort. Embroidered throw pillows tie colors together in a maximalist living room. Embroidered blankets and throws are great to wrap yourself up while cracking open a new book.

Shops on Etsy have a wide range of breath-taking embroidered pieces, perfect for anyone on your gift list. Snag a few embroidery patterns or kits to give your crafty friend in a holiday gift exchange. Grab custom embroidered patches for your amateur bowling league to celebrate entering your first competition. Give newlyweds a pair of monogrammed embroidered towels to keep track of his and hers for years to come. Gift Grandma that vintage framed embroidery sample that reminds her of home. No matter who you’re shopping for, you’ll find surprising treasures and priceless patterns right here on Etsy.

Embroidery Art

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Embroidered photo, Custom Embroidery Portrait gift, newlywed Wedding personalized gift

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Embroidery Kit for beginner, start Embroidery kit, hand embroidery set , all supplies included ,Needlepoint, DIY Craft Kit, DIY gift,

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After the Snow - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

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Custom Embroidered Portrait | Family Portrait | Friends Portrait | Anniversary Gift

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Custom embroidery hoop portrait hand stitched | family portrait, portrait embroidery | cotton anniversary | wedding gift | embroidered photo

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The Thatched Cottage - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

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Custom Embroidered Photo Hoop, Embroidery Picture, Wedding Bouquet, Engagement Gift

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Vintage Balloon Festival - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

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Individual commission 15 x 15 cm

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Custom Hand Embroidered Ornament

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Custom Wildflower Embroidery Kit Established Sign Gift Family Last Name Handmade Modern Botanical Embroidery on Wood Pattern DIY Kit Women

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BIRDS embroidery kit

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Custom Hand Embroidered Portrait

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Pet Custom Line Embroidery, Hoop Embroidery Using Pet Photo, Outline Embroidery, Pet portrait ,Personalized Dog gift, Custom Cat gift

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Floral Cat 2 embroidery hoop, finished embroidery, wall art, modern embroidery, cat lover, home decor

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Bicknell’s Thrush Embroidered Bird, Fiber Art Bird, Bird Sculpture

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Custom Mini Embroidered Cat Pendant

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Private Paradise - 15cm

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Custom embroidery with FRAME

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Personalized two peas in a pod green felt wool peas and eco wool pod... loved one Seventh year anniversary gift wool (woolcrazy)

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Flower Patch, flower embroidery kit, learn to embroider, DIY kit, craft kit

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Sampler Kit - Summer Cottage Garden Embroidery Sampler Kit

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Custom pet portrait embroidery handmade unisex cap

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Triple Embroidery learning kit - learn 30 embroidery stitches - for beginners - Français or English

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Finished hoop, Daisies, Botanical embroidery, Home décor, Wall décor, Floral embroidery, Wild flowers, Nursery embroidery

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DIY Chicken of the Woods Mushroom Stumpwork Embroidery Kit - Complete kit * UPDATED version 2.0 for 2024

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Custom Felted Family Portrait -- LARGE

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Large "Make a Wish" Dandelion Tulle Embroidery Hoop Art - Hand Embroidery by Velvet Meadow - Contemporary artwork wall decor Hoop Size 10"

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Angry Women Will Change The World | Hand Embroidered | Framed Hoop Wall Art | Finished Embroidery

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New Moon finished wall art, embroidery wall art, sewing art, wall art, hand embroidery art, hand embroidered wall art, embroidery gift,

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Embroidery Art

Embroidered photo, Custom Embroidery Portrait gift, newlywed Wedding personalized gift

Embroidery Kit for beginner, start Embroidery kit, hand embroidery set , all supplies included ,Needlepoint, DIY Craft Kit, DIY gift,

After the Snow - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

Custom Embroidered Portrait | Family Portrait | Friends Portrait | Anniversary Gift

Custom embroidery hoop portrait hand stitched | family portrait, portrait embroidery | cotton anniversary | wedding gift | embroidered photo

The Thatched Cottage - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

Custom Embroidered Photo Hoop, Embroidery Picture, Wedding Bouquet, Engagement Gift

Vintage Balloon Festival - An Embroidery kit from The Stitchery - Postcards from England series

Custom pet portrait | Pet portrait | Embroidered Pet Portrait | Pet Portrait Embroidery | Custom Embroidery | Hand Embroidery

Individual commission 15 x 15 cm

Custom Hand Embroidered Ornament

Custom Wildflower Embroidery Kit Established Sign Gift Family Last Name Handmade Modern Botanical Embroidery on Wood Pattern DIY Kit Women

Finished embroidery hoop,Mother's Day gift,Botanical embroidery,Home décor,Wall décor,Floral embroidery, Wedding bouget,Nursery embroidery

BIRDS embroidery kit

Custom Hand Embroidered Portrait

Finished hoop, Daisies, Botanical embroidery, Home décor, Wall décor, Floral embroidery, Wild flowers, Nursery embroidery

Pet Custom Line Embroidery, Hoop Embroidery Using Pet Photo, Outline Embroidery, Pet portrait ,Personalized Dog gift, Custom Cat gift

Floral Cat 2 embroidery hoop, finished embroidery, wall art, modern embroidery, cat lover, home decor

Bicknell’s Thrush Embroidered Bird, Fiber Art Bird, Bird Sculpture

Custom Mini Embroidered Cat Pendant

Private Paradise - 15cm

HOLDING HANDS- 19cm/ 7.4" finished embroidery, embroidery on cotton, gift idea, romantic gift, hand embroidery, friendship gift, love gift

Custom embroidery with FRAME

Personalized two peas in a pod green felt wool peas and eco wool pod... loved one Seventh year anniversary gift wool (woolcrazy)

Flower Patch, flower embroidery kit, learn to embroider, DIY kit, craft kit

Rome Landscape embroidery art Embroidered garden Travel inspired gift

Finished embroidery hoop,Mother's Day gift,Botanical embroidery, Home décor,Wall décor,Floral embroidery,Wild flowers,Easter embroidery

Sampler Kit - Summer Cottage Garden Embroidery Sampler Kit

Custom Embroidery Portraits, Couples Portrait set of 2, Bespoke Portraits, Friends, Best Friends Gay Wedding, Anniversary Pride Gift

Custom pet portrait embroidery handmade unisex cap

Parents Anniversary Hand Embroider Photo, Embroidery Wedding Photograph gift,

Custom Hand Embroidered Floral Wedding Bouquet Art, personalised flower bouquet art, custom wedding flowers art gift, wedding keepsake hoop

Triple Embroidery learning kit - learn 30 embroidery stitches - for beginners - Français or English

Finished hoop, Daisies, Botanical embroidery, Home décor, Wall décor, Floral embroidery, Wild flowers, Nursery embroidery

DIY Chicken of the Woods Mushroom Stumpwork Embroidery Kit - Complete kit * UPDATED version 2.0 for 2024

Custom Felted Family Portrait -- LARGE

Embroidery Kit, 8" Abstract design on navy denim Wild Floss Embroidery Kit. Modern style embroidery. Hoop art, DIY craft kit

Embroidery Kit, 8" Abstract design on light blue denim. Wild Floss Embroidery Kit. Modern style embroidery. Hoop art, DIY craft kit

Elegant Angelfish Embroidery Hoop - Graceful Beauty in Stitched Form

Finished embroidery hoop,Mother's Day gift,Botanical embroidery, Home décor,Wall décor,Floral embroidery,Wild flowers,Easter embroidery

Finished embroidery hoop,Floral embroidery,Nursery,Wall decor,Home decor,Wild flowers,Handmade gift,

Embroidery Kit, 8" Seedlings Abstract design on duck egg blue fabric. Modern style embroidery. Hoop art, DIY craft kit

Floral Bouquet Embroidery Kit | Wood Craft DIY | Embroidery Floral Kit | Laser Cut | Spring Art | Gifts | Decor

Customized Portrait with Embroidery, Mom Portrait Gift, Family Portrait Hoop Art, Minimalist Art Decor, Mother's Day Gift

Large "Make a Wish" Dandelion Tulle Embroidery Hoop Art - Hand Embroidery by Velvet Meadow - Contemporary artwork wall decor Hoop Size 10"

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Angry Women Will Change The World | Hand Embroidered | Framed Hoop Wall Art | Finished Embroidery

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