Embroidery techniques can be used to personalise clothing, accessories, or even decoratively mend pieces. You can create works of art for display, or decorate something handy, like a tote bag.
Is cross stitch or embroidery easier for beginners?
It depends! Our cross stitch and embroidery kits are all beginner-friendly. While cross stitch has a single and easy to master technique, the patterns aren't printed on the fabric. Embroidery, on the other hand, has the pattern printed, but has more than one technique to learn. Either way, we have comprehensive tutorials to guide you.
What is the benefit of crafting?
Over 70% of Craft Club customers in March 2026 said crafting benefits them as a way to relax and to have a creative outlet. There is a deep wellness theme across responses, as customers have used craft to manage anxiety, ADHD, and stress.
Can I make my own designs?
Absolutely, you can! By drawing your design or printing one and tracing it onto the fabric with a water-soluble pen over a lightbox or window.
What is embroidery?
Embroidery is the craft of decorating fabric or other materials using a needle and thread or yarn. Unlike basic sewing, which is used to construct or repair garments, embroidery is purely decorative.
Are these kits beginner-friendly?
Yes! All of our craft kits are designed to be beginner-friendly. We believe that creativity is for everyone, and want to give people the confidence to find their creative side.
What are the hoops made from?
Embroidery hoops are typically made from bamboo - and this is what the hoops in our kits are made of. There has been a rise in plastic hoops being used, but they can be a bit pricier.
Are there guides included?
Yes, video and written guides are included in our embroidery kits. We want to make crafting as enjoyable as possible, so there's no way we'll leave you hanging!
Is embroidery hard to learn?
No, embroidery is not hard to learn. It does take practice to increase your skill, but we make kits perfect for beginners, so you're more than safe to start here.
Do the minis come with all three patterns, or do I have to choose one?
All embroidery minis kits come with enough materials to create all three patterns! No need to try and choose a favourite, because we sure couldn't!
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 29 reviews.
Great embroidery kit
I liked it so much I got a second! The second is going to be a gift.
Easy to follow instructions and the thread quality is good. The eye of the needle is small and it can be challenging to thread when using 6 strands of thread.
I added fusible interfacing to the inside to protect the back of the embroidery when the bag is in use.
I would also recommend tying the handles down when doing the embroidery as it is very easy to accidentally loop the thread through them. This avoids any unnecessary unpicking. I just used two elastic bands.
These totes are totes adorable! My mum has already claimed this one
These totes are totes adorable! My mum has already claimed this one. The colour pop against the black is lovely. Easy to follow instructions and lots of extra threads to practice with.
I loved how there's a QR code for videos to show the different stitches. It was incredibly helpful as complete beginner. One thing I would have liked more is to put the multiple sheets of direction on one page or consolidate it so that I don't have papers all over the place. Overall, I really enjoyed this project and look forward to many more!
Store owner replied:
Hi Emma, we’re so glad you found the QR code helpful and enjoyed the project. Your tote bag turned out super cute! We’ll take your suggestion into account for future kits.
~Grace
5 Stars
I loved how there's a QR code for videos to show the different stitches. It was incredibly helpful as complete beginner. One thing I would have liked more is to put the multiple sheets of direction on one page or consolidate it so that I don't have papers all over the place. Overall, I really enjoyed this project and look forward to many more!
Store owner replied:
Hi Emma, we’re so glad you found the QR code helpful and enjoyed the project. Your tote bag turned out super cute! We’ll take your suggestion into account for future kits.
~Grace
It was my first time doing embroidery and while I was a little nervous, the guides were so easy to follow. The flower pots look so cute, I’ve gotten so many compliments on it. And the bag js a great size too. Definitely recommend :)
Store owner replied:
Hi Laura, thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo! For a first time stitcher, you've done so well - your tote is simply stunning. Ensuring our guides are as easy and supportive as possible is really important to me, so I'm really thrilled to hear you found them so helpful.
Nakisah 🌼 (Craft Club's Founder)
5 Stars
It was my first time doing embroidery and while I was a little nervous, the guides were so easy to follow. The flower pots look so cute, I’ve gotten so many compliments on it. And the bag js a great size too. Definitely recommend :)
Store owner replied:
Hi Laura, thank you for sharing your lovely review and photo! For a first time stitcher, you've done so well - your tote is simply stunning. Ensuring our guides are as easy and supportive as possible is really important to me, so I'm really thrilled to hear you found them so helpful.
Nakisah (Craft Club's Founder)
I bought two kits - my first time ever trying my hand at embroidery.
I loved working on them both but the bag is so cute. It’s good quality, really sturdy and I get loads of compliments on it.
Instructions are clear and the videos are easy to follow too 💕
5 Stars
I bought two kits - my first time ever trying my hand at embroidery.
I loved working on them both but the bag is so cute. It’s good quality, really sturdy and I get loads of compliments on it.
Instructions are clear and the videos are easy to follow too 💕
As usual the project is beautifully packaged with everything you need. The instructions are super clear. I'm really looking forward to getting started!
The kit provides everything you need and the stitches are really well explained! It makes learning a new skill soo much fun, I'll definitly buy more in the future! <3
A nightmare
Honestly quite a nightmare to make, coming from someone with extensive embroidery experience looking for an easier project. Mainly because the needles provided are too thin to puncture through the tote fabric, so to get things through I’d usually have to pull the needle with my teeth. Not recommended.
Store owner replied:
Hi Kim, we’re so sorry this was your experience, this is definitely not how crafting with us should feel. This is actually the first time we’re hearing feedback about the needle being too thin for the tote fabric, and we really appreciate you bringing it to our attention.
If you’re able to send us a quick photo of the needle and fabric, it would help us report this to our production team so it doesn’t happen again.
~Grace
It was great! Super easy to navigate the website and find the right gift for my friend! And free scissors included which was awesome thanks to Club Craft and Co! My friend loves her gift !
5 Stars
It was great! Super easy to navigate the website and find the right gift for my friend! And free scissors included which was awesome thanks to Club Craft and Co! My friend loves her gift !
I found Craft Club via an instagram ad and purchased a few different kits.
I found Craft Club via an instagram ad and purchased a few different kits. I loved this embroidery kit. It had super clear instructions, the pattern printed onto the bag which is such a one for new people to the craft! This is the second bag I've purchased. I've loved making them and then passing them on as a gift bag. Very much would recommend for any skill level.
5 Stars
I found Craft Club via an instagram ad and purchased a few different kits.
I found Craft Club via an instagram ad and purchased a few different kits. I loved this embroidery kit. It had super clear instructions, the pattern printed onto the bag which is such a one for new people to the craft! This is the second bag I've purchased. I've loved making them and then passing them on as a gift bag. Very much would recommend for any skill level.
My kit arrived quickly and was packaged well.
The kit itself is really well organised, and you're given ample amounts of everything you need. The instructions are clear and concise, perfect for a beginner like me!
I had a really fun, relaxing time doing the embroidery, and I love that the finished product looks good enough that I actually want to use the bag all the time!
5 Stars
My kit arrived quickly and was packaged well.
The kit itself is really well organised, and you're given ample amounts of everything you need. The instructions are clear and concise, perfect for a beginner like me!
I had a really fun, relaxing time doing the embroidery, and I love that the finished product looks good enough that I actually want to use the bag all the time!
Looking forward to making a start on this embroidery kit. I love all kinds of craft but this will be my first attempt at embroidery, so I am thankful for the detailed stitch guide. I also love that when finished this will be a usable tote bag and not just another project to sit on the shelf gathering dust!! Thank you.
5 Stars
Looking forward to making a start on this embroidery kit. I love all kinds of craft but this will be my first attempt at embroidery, so I am thankful for the detailed stitch guide. I also love that when finished this will be a usable tote bag and not just another project to sit on the shelf gathering dust!! Thank you.
