DMC The Striped Porcelain Cup - PAT1515- Downloadable PDF

DMC The Striped Porcelain Cup Embroidery Pattern

What Is Being Made

The Striped Porcelain Cup is a beginner-friendly embroidery design created by DMC that features a decorative porcelain cup with striped detailing. This downloadable PDF pattern is suitable for crafters new to embroidery who want to practice fundamental embroidery techniques on a charming, functional project.

Embroidery Techniques Used

This pattern incorporates several core embroidery techniques that build foundational skills:

• Stem Stitch (Point de tige) — A fundamental linear stitch used to create outlines and define the cup's structure and striped pattern details
• French Knot (Point de noeud) — A decorative stitch that adds textural elements and dimensional details to the design
• Long and Short Stitch (Passé empiétant) — A blending stitch technique used to create shaded areas and smooth color transitions across the cup's surface

Stitches and Stitch Details

The pattern combines three essential embroidery stitches that work together to create depth and visual interest. The stem stitch provides crisp, defined lines that outline the cup's shape and horizontal stripes. French knots add decorative accents and tactile dimension. The long and short stitch enables smooth gradations between colors, allowing the striped pattern to appear realistic and professionally finished. This combination makes the pattern ideal for beginners developing their stitch vocabulary.

Materials and Thread

This DMC pattern is designed to be worked with DMC embroidery thread. The pattern includes a detailed color guide showing the specific DMC thread colors required for the design. Crafters will need an appropriate embroidery needle and fabric suitable for embroidery work, though the PDF provides the specific color codes needed for material sourcing.

Pattern Format

Available as a free downloadable PDF from DMC, this pattern is part of the DMC Library collection and includes color diagrams and comprehensive instructions. The digital format allows crafters to print and reference the design while working, making it convenient for both experienced and novice embroiderers.