Supplies:

Everything is available at your local craft or fabric store.

Punching Awl Pattern for Apple to punch: Download this pattern, then print it out: apple-stitched-pattern Cork board: For punching holes in card – found at kitchen or office store (try a cork hot plate) Thread: I usually use DMC floss, with all six strands Needle: Cross-stitch needle #26 for 18-22 count fabric Cardstock: white piece, accent color piece, folded card piece Envelope: white envelope that measures, 4 ½ “ x 5 ¾ “ Glue: Glue stick, glue dots, spray glue is recommended

Instructions:

For complete instructions on Punching, Stitching, and Gluing this card, please visit my Basic Instructions Post. The great thing about hand stitched cards is that they can be customize for any occasion! Any simple silhouette can be stitched onto a card for a handmade note.

More Simple Sewing Crafts:

Looking for more simple crafts that you can stitch? There’s something here for almost any holiday or occasion!

Easter Egg Stitched Greeting Card

This cute, colorful egg looks so good on the front of an Easter card!

Embroidery Hoop Ghosts for Halloween

All you need is an embroidery hoop and a flour sack towel to make these simple and sweet Halloween ghosts!

Felt Stitched Ornaments

Simple stitching on felt makes for a darling ornament for your tree! These would be a great starter stitching project for kids.

Rainbow Shamrock Garland

I don’t know about you, but I just love a good garland for any holiday. This rainbow shamrock garland is so fun for St. Patrick’s Day!

Simple Flower Garden Sachets

These handmade sachets are a darling way to bring the fresh scents of your garden indoors. Aren’t they adorable?

Stitching Hearts on Snow Hats

We love buying simple knit hats when they go on sale every year. It’s so easy to jazz them up with a little stitched design. This idea can be tweaked for any theme you like!

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