Ultimate Embroidery Guide

Episode 4 of series 7 of The Great British Sewing Bee sees contestants follow an International theme, including paying homage to Frida Khalo in the Made-to-measure challenge. We're celebrating our love of embroidery and Frida Khalo with a fabulous free pattern download!

Frida Kahlo Cushion

With the penchant for  Mexicana in full flow right now, there’s really only one person you should be looking to for inspiration – the one, the only, Frida Kahlo. Frida started painting from the confines of her bed while recovering from a bus crash and is now thought of as one of the  most significant artists of the 20th century. Have her face on a cushion cover or embroider her on anything you like – and if you’re looking for unbeatable Mexicana fabric, then Alexander Henry would be our first choice.

Learn how to create French Knots, Stem Stitch, Long & Short Stitches and Padded Satin Stitch using this fantastic photo-illustrated step-by-step guide.

Download your the cushion tutorial below;

Download your Frida template below;

Happy stitching,

Betty