Our top 9 free embroidery designs
Published on September 8, 2026 by Merion
Get ready to stitch our most popular free embroidery designs! We've collected our favourites together for you here in one place, from flowers to big cats, we've chosen designs you'll love.
Flora and fauna
Transform a tote, a tee, or table cloth with these pretty embroidery patterns inspired by nature. And if you love floral designs, discover more pretty stitching ideas in our roundup of 10 free flower embroidery designs.
Feline friends
Cuties, cuddlies and cats with attitude, cat lovers - you’re going to adore this collection of friendly felines…
Lovely letters
Personalize your projects with monograms, uplifting phrases and inspirational words.
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