Anchor Embroidered Jar Lid - Tureen - ANC003-141 - Downloadable PDF

Anchor Embroidered Jar Lid – Tureen (ANC003-141) by Lilli Violette

This charming downloadable PDF embroidery pattern is designed by Lilli Violette and published by Anchor (MEZ Needlecraft GmbH, 2021). It guides stitchers through creating a beautifully decorated embroidered jar lid featuring a tureen motif — a classic, elegant kitchen-inspired design that transforms an ordinary jar lid into a decorative keepsake or thoughtful handmade gift.

What Is Being Made

The finished project is an embroidered jar lid cover showcasing a tureen design. Tureen imagery evokes a traditional, homely aesthetic, making this piece ideal for decorating storage jars, preserves, or gift packaging. The design area measures 50 x 32 stitches, making it a compact and satisfying project that can be completed relatively quickly.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is rated Easy, making it perfectly suited to beginner embroiderers who are just starting to explore needlework. Even those with very little prior experience will find the instructions accessible and the design achievable.

Techniques and Stitches Used

The pattern uses counted embroidery worked on an evenweave or counted fabric. The primary technique referenced is tureen count stitch, a form of counted needlework where each stitch corresponds to a precise position on the fabric grid, ensuring a neat and accurate result. This counted approach is a foundational embroidery skill that helps beginners develop accuracy and consistency in their stitching.

• Counted embroidery — stitches are placed according to a charted grid
• Tureen count stitch — the named stitch technique specified in the pattern

Materials – Thread and Needle

The pattern calls for Anchor Stranded Cotton (8m skeins), which is a high-quality, versatile six-strand embroidery floss widely used in needlework projects around the world. Anchor Stranded Cotton is produced in accordance with Oeko-Tex standards, ensuring the threads are tested for safe pH values and adhere to global colour fastness standards.

The following Anchor Stranded Cotton colour numbers are required:

• #00013
• #00160
• #00161
• #00266
• #00268

Each colour is used 1 skein per the materials list. The recommended needle is a No. 22 tapestry or embroidery needle, which is appropriate for counted work on evenweave fabric.

Washing and Care Instructions

Anchor advises washing finished embroidered pieces at the hottest temperature suitable for the fabric, using a large volume of water. This is especially important with darker thread colours, where excess dye may remain on the thread after production. Following these care guidelines will help prevent any colour bleeding and keep your finished jar lid looking its best.

Pattern Format and Availability

This is a free downloadable PDF pattern available from AnchorCrafts.com. Design reference number ANC003-141 can be used to locate the pattern directly on the Anchor website. As a digital download, it can be accessed and printed immediately, making it easy to get started right away.

Whether you are new to embroidery or looking for a quick and rewarding project, the Anchor Embroidered Jar Lid – Tureen by Lilli Violette is a delightful introduction to counted needlework with beautiful, practical results.