Christmas Cheer

NEW THIS WEEK - December 4th, 2013 With three weeks until Christmas, 'tis the season to spread holiday cheer throughout our homes. New designs this week are sure to add color and charm to decor and gifts! There's an excellent variety this week, from Christmas cats and dogs to birds in Chinoiserie branches. Holiday sprays are a wonderful way to dress up shirts, and aprons, while Battenburg lace ornaments add style and sophistication to trees and windows. These new designs are on sale for you now:   only $1.25 each! Scroll down the page to see them, and place your order by Tuesday, December 10th, 11:59 pm Central time to get this excellent sale price.

Christmas towel toppers dress up kitchen decor! Project instructions show how to make three different toppers: a gingerbread girl, Mrs. Claus' dress, and a wrapped gift.

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Christmas Cat's Meow
Christmas is the cat's meow! Inspired by the popular Cat's Meow designs, these fashionable felines are all dressed up in holiday glitz and glam. A kitty in a Santa hat poses on a wrapped gift, ornaments dangling from her tail. On the right, a Christmas sweater keeps this kitty warm as she stretches under her own mistletoe.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in two sizes: 2.98" x 6.84" and 1.68" x 3.85"		Available in two sizes: 3.70" x 5.79" and 2.47" x 3.87"

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Striped leg warmers and scarf keep this kitty cute and cozy. Purr-fect for stockings, gift bags, and holiday shirts.

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in two sizes: 6.16" x 4.54" and 3.86" x 2.85"

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Christmas Canines

Elegant, sophisticated, sleek, and stylish! Christmas canines join their Dapper Dog cousins to show off their holiday spirit. Stitch these delightful designs on totes, quilts, wall hangings, shirts, and more for a breed of Christmas decoration no one can resist! A dapper dog is all tangled up in Christmas lights, while his debonair friend gets an early start on unwrapping presents. Who could tell him no, in his sweet Santa hat?
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in two sizes: 4.86" x 5.36" and 3.50" x 3.86"		Available in two sizes: 4.27" x 6.31" and 2.62" x 3.86"

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Ornaments take flight as this dog dashes away with them. Doggone darling on stockings!

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in two sizes: 5.72" x 4.36" and 3.87" x 2.95"

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Branching Out with Christmas
Stitchers love the Branching Out with Chinoiserie designs featuring delicate sketched branches reminiscent of the traditional Chinoiserie style. New designs highlight beautiful birds perched in winter branches, with brilliant pops of Christmas color. Festive and fabulous on pillow shams, seasonal totes, linens, and more! A male cardinal and a female cardinal rest among bright ornaments. The sketched branches contrast with the colorful birds and holiday elements for a unique and fashionable look.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in five sizes: 7.80" x 7.39" and 7.28" x 6.90" and 5.87" x 5.56" and 4.87" x 4.61" and 3.87" x 3.67"		Available in five sizes: 7.80" x 7.39" and 7.28" x 6.90" and 5.86" x 5.55" and 4.86" x 4.60" and 3.86" x 3.66"

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A European Robin is framed by vivid poinsettia, while at right two chickadees share a quiet moment on berry branches. Lovely on holiday towels and linens!
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in five sizes: 7.80" x 7.47" and 6.90" x 6.61" and 5.86" x 5.62" and 4.86" x 4.66" and 3.86" x 3.70"		Available in five sizes: 7.80" x 7.71" and 6.98" x 6.90" and 5.92" x 5.85" and 4.91" x 4.85" and 3.85" x 3.80"

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Bright Holiday Sprays

Decorate for holiday celebrations with gorgeous and light-stitching holiday sprays! Light and lovely poinsettias, framed by swirling filigree, will bloom with beauty on Christmas projects.

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 4.34" and 7.80" x 3.61" and 6.85" x 3.17"

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Add an elegant spray to table linens, pillow shams, wall hangings, and more, and wish family and friends a "Happy Christmas"!

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 4.34" and 7.80" x 3.61" and 6.85" x 3.17"

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Christmas spirit rings out in a classic holiday spray for lightweight towels, table linens, pillow shams, and more.

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 4.27" and 7.78" x 3.55" and 6.85" x 3.12"

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Rudolph pulls a sleigh chock full of presents over the magical words, "I Believe!"

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 4.28" and 7.79" x 3.55" and 6.85" x 3.12"

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Make the holidays "Merry and Bright" with a trio of candles and elegant filigree. Graceful and classic on seasonal apparel and decor!

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 5.12" and 7.79" x 4.25" and 6.85" x 3.74"

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The words "A Child is Born" capture the spirit of the season, with bright stars shining in the firmament above. A beautiful yet fast-stitching design for special holiday wall hangings, mantle runners, and more.

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.38" x 4.80" and 7.78" x 3.98" and 6.85" x 3.51"

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Delicate snowflakes are cool and stylish on decor items for Christmas, and all winter long.

On sale now - only $1.25 each!

Available in three sizes: 9.40" x 4.59" and 7.80" x 3.81" and 6.85" x 3.35"

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Tweet Christmas Ornaments
Bright birds hold one Christmas ornament and perch on another in oh-so-tweet designs. Let them land on towels, pillow covers, wall hangings, and more for adorable holiday decor!
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 7.79" and 4.86" x 6.46" and 2.90" x 3.85"		Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 8.57" and 4.69" x 6.86" and 2.63" x 3.85"

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Whimsical birds and ornaments are bright with color and good cheer. Stitch onto seasonal sweatshirts and tote bags for a delightful Christmas embellishment.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 8.10" and 4.89" x 6.79" and 2.79" x 3.85"		Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 9.11" and 4.41" x 6.85" and 2.48" x 3.85"

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Meet Me Under the Mistletoe
Holiday couples meet under the mistletoe in sweet designs for wall hangings, stockings, linens, towels, and more. Santa and Mrs. Claus share a smooch, while reindeer hold their mistletoe on their antlers. Stitch some love this Christmas with these fun designs!
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 6.77" and 4.84" x 5.60" and 3.34" x 3.86"		Available in three sizes: 5.86" x 6.13" and 4.86" x 5.08" and 3.69" x 3.86"

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A gingerbread couple are all smiles under the mistletoe, and a couple of dachshunds are filled with love from head to tail. That's a lot of love! Completely adorable on stockings.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.95" x 5.85" and 4.93" x 4.85" and 3.86" x 3.79"		Available in three sizes: 9.41" x 5.49" and 6.86" x 4.00" and 3.86" x 2.25"

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Battenburg Lace Ornaments
Battenburg lace ornaments get a fresh look with these designs! Soft lace circles surround beautiful holiday elements. The inside decorations hang from the top of the circle, and the whole ornament is made completely in the hoop. Click here for instructions on stitching Battenburg lace. Add a graceful look to holiday decor with these special designs! A star and a dove appear to float in the heavens inside a circle of lovely lace.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"		Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"

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Battenburg lace is a traditional lace style with a long history. Bring this tradition to your holiday decor with a delicate Christmas bell and tree. So pretty!
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"		Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"

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An ornament pops with color and a snowflake is cool and elegant inside Battenburg lace circles. See the project instructions for tips on using cotton thread, needle choice, and more to stitch these unique decorations.
On sale now - only $1.25 each!		On sale now - only $1.25 each!
Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"		Available in three sizes: 5.87" x 5.88" and 4.89" x 4.90" and 3.88" x 3.89"

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Lace Ornaments
The Christmas pickle is a tradition in the United States. A decoration in the shape of a pickle is hidden on a Christmas tree, with the finder receiving either a reward or good fortune the following year. Stitch a freestanding lace pickle ornament to share this fun tradition! A lace gingerbread ornament is a classic. Put his smiling face on your tree! Click here for project instructions about stitching freestanding lace designs.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 1.42" x 3.88"		Available in one size: 2.73" x 3.87"

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Add a gingerbread's smiling face to a doll or to a towel topper. See the Gingerbread Towel Topper project instructions to bake up one for your kitchen!

Only $1.00!

Available in four sizes: 5.85" x 3.63" and 4.85" x 3.03" and 3.85" x 2.41" and 2.50" x 1.57"

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Special Request of the Week

Embroidery Library is always inspired by your design suggestions, and we thank you for sending us your terrific ideas, which we regularly incorporate into the weekly design themes. This space is dedicated to the "Request of the Week." And to say thank you for all your great ideas, the Request of the Week designs are only $1.00! Sandie is a proud and happy owner of a Shih Tzu, and wants to share her love for her dog with a medley of this noble breed. Sandie, we are happy to obey! The word Shih Tzu means "lion" and although this dog is sweet and playful, he is not afraid to stand up for himself. One of the most popular dogs in the United States, this intelligent dog has a distinctively proud carriage, with head up and tail curved over the back. Thank you, Sandie, for this excellent request!

Only $1.00!

Available in three sizes: 7.77" x 6.89" and 6.60" x 5.86" and 5.47" x 4.85"

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And there's more! New In-the-Hoop Ornaments
You may recognize some of the designs below, as popular holiday designs get a new look on in-the-hoop ornaments and in a versatile accessory size. The in-the-hoop ornaments are fa-la-la-fabulous on the tree, as well as on wreaths and gift bags. Click here for project instructions to make these ornaments, completely in the hoop! And small coordinating designs look terrific on stockings, napkins, and tucked into the corners of towels. Decorate for Christmas with beautifully intricate poinsettias! This design is not freestanding lace; it can be stitched directly onto fabric.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.74" x 2.61"

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A one-color avant garde ornament adds a whimsical yet graceful touch to holiday decor.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.04" x 2.52"

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Let this quick-stitching avant garde star ornament brighten your holidays!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.27" x 2.81"

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The Baby Reindeer designs are perennial Christmas favorites, as Baby Rudolph and friends spend their early years playing and frolicking before they grow up to pull Santa's sleigh.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.05" x 2.80"

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Baby Comet is all tangled up in Christmas lights. The small design is perfect on a bib for baby's first Christmas! Project instructions show how to make these ornaments completely in the hoop.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.07" x 2.81"

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Baby Blitzen practices leaping into the air! A cozy scarf wards off the North Pole chill.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.25" x 2.88"

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Baby Cupid munches on a peppermint candy cane. Very sweet on the tree or a stocking.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.38" x 2.64"

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Baby Dancer has been playing in the elf stockings! Stitch on the chest area of a shirt or sweatshirt for a fun touch of holiday flair.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.32" x 2.81"

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Baby Dasher looks positively dashing in a festive top hat. Tie the ornament to packages for a nice extra treat on Christmas morning. Click here to see how to make in-the-hoop ornaments.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.41" x 2.65"

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Baby Donner munches on a gingerbread cookie. Tuck the small designs onto napkins for a fun addition to holiday dinners.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.07" x 2.81"

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Baby Prancer stays warm in the wintertime with a snowflake-embellished jumper.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 1.64" x 2.83"

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Baby Vixen is bundled up against the cold with a cozy jacket. Very cute on stockings! Step-by-step project instructions show how to make in-the-hoop ornaments.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.10" x 2.81"

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Sweet and playful, this design is delightful on the Christmas tree, baby bibs, and more!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 1.73" x 2.79"

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Rudolph's bright nose guided Santa's sleigh on a foggy Christmas Eve. Brighten up holiday shirts and linens with this design!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.53" x 2.54"

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Spread peace and goodwill to Christmas gifts with a simple yet elegant dove.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.53" x 2.50"

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Add a bit of Christmas magic to stockings and shirts with this design!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 2.53" x 2.51"

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Trim your tree with these festive in-the-hoop vintage Christmas ornaments! They're a great addition to holiday decor; stitch some up for yourself or to give as gifts. Click here for project instructions to make classic and colorful ornaments, right in the hoop. A star-shaped sugar cookie and a top-hatted dog will sweeten any Christmas tree!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Add style to the tree with Art Nouveau ornaments. Simple lines are classic and contemporary.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Ornaments are fun to attach to gifts, too! Add a special touch with these festive designs.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Snowflake and Santa hat designs add color and charm to the Christmas tree.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Make spirits bright with candy cane and candle ornaments! Click here for in-the-hoop project instructions.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Stitch a little in-the-hoop Christmas spirit with jingle bells and a sleigh!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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A gingerbread man and holly add a sweet touch to trees, wreaths, and gift bags.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Ornaments make great stocking stuffers, too! With so many styles, it's easy to find one to delight everyone on your list. Project instructions show how to make these ornaments, right in the hoop.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Bright ornaments and holiday greetings warm up these in the-hoop-ornaments.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Pretty ornaments pop with Christmas color. Very eye-catching on the tree!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Music lovers will adore a treble clef (left) and bass clef (right) adorned with holly.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Stitch holiday smiles this season with Santa and a bright Christmas bulb!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Christmas brings bright lights in all colors -- and expressions!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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A winking bulb and a grinning bulb will make Christmas trees shine even brighter! Click here for project instructions to make colorful in-the-hoop ornaments.
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Whimsical faces make these bulbs a fun addition to wreaths and gifts!
On sale now - only $1.25!		On sale now - only $1.25!
Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"		Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Oh no! This bulb is broken. Never fear, broken bulbs happen to everyone, every year.

On sale now - only $1.25!

Available in one size: 3.51" x 3.51"

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Want to see more? Click here to see designs released in previous weeks!