If you want a simple floral project that still looks polished, scattered daisies are a lovely choice. The Loom & Stitch embroidery kit for this design is available at the bottom of the article, and this guide explains how to arrange and stitch the flowers so they sit neatly around a name on your garment.
Arrange the daisies first
Begin by placing the daisy motifs around the name in a layout that feels balanced. You might keep them close for a fuller floral frame or spread them out for a lighter, more scattered look. Once you are happy with the spacing, press the stick and stitch pieces firmly onto the fabric so they stay in place while you work.
Use lazy daisy stitch for every petal
Bring the needle up at the base of the first petal, then take it back down through the same hole to create the base of the loop. Bring the needle up at the tip of the petal inside the loop, pull the yarn gently so the petal lies flat, and anchor it with one small straight stitch. Repeat around the flower in a clockwise direction. This stitch is ideal for beginner embroidery because each petal is made separately, so it is easy to correct your tension as you go.
Keep the petals even and tidy
Try to bring the needle up from the centre point of each petal so the daisy stays symmetrical. If you are stitching multiple flowers in different colours, complete one flower at a time and tie off neatly before changing shades. On the reverse, secure the finishing tail to the short tail you left at the start of the flower, then trim away the excess yarn.
Add the centres with French knots
Once the petals are complete, work the centres with French knots. Bring the needle up where you want the centre to sit, hold the working yarn taut, wrap it around the needle three times, and take the needle back down close to the starting point. Pull slowly so the knot settles neatly on the surface. One well-placed knot in the middle of each flower is enough to give the daisies a finished look.
Build colour and contrast
This design works especially well if you vary the flower shades while keeping the centres consistent. Two tones of pink, for example, can create a soft layered look around a personalised name without making the embroidery feel too busy. It is a simple project, but it still gives you plenty of room to experiment with colour placement.
Finish the garment cleanly
After stitching all the flowers, check the reverse for loose ends and trim them neatly. Then remove the stick and stitch backing according to the product directions. If you would like the matching Loom & Stitch DIY embroidery kit for this scattered daisy design, browse the associated kit linked at the bottom of the article.
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