Ever since I learned how to embroider, I’ve been exploring different embroidery techniques, styles, and designs. Among the most popular motifs are floral patterns, and one of my favorites is the woven wheel stitch — an easy embroidery technique that requires minimal stitching but creates a beautiful, realistic, and textured rose. It may take a bit of patience, but the stunning results make it completely worth the effort.
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Since discovering this craft, I’ve always wanted to incorporate my embroidery skills into projects that feel personal and practical, especially when creating handmade gifts for loved ones. Recently, I found an old plain white shirt tucked away in my closet and thought it would be the perfect canvas for a fun embroidery project. However, instead of my usual floral designs that I’ve done on tote bags and denim, I wanted to try something fresh and simple but eye-catching.
That’s when I remembered an embossed embroidery hack I came across online. It’s a clever technique that uses hot glue to create raised letters or shapes, giving the illusion of embossed stitching. The best part? It’s incredibly beginner-friendly and requires little to no advanced embroidery skills. All you have to do is follow the outline with your needle, weaving thread over the glue until the shape is completely covered.
There are countless ways to get creative with this DIY embroidery idea, from initials and names to fun patterns and phrases, and it’s such a wonderful way to personalize your clothes. For this project, I embroidered a name onto a t-shirt, making it a thoughtful and handmade gift idea that’s perfect for birthdays, holidays, or even matching group shirts. Watch the step-by-step video tutorial below to learn how to do it yourself!
What You’ll Need for T-Shirt Name Embroidery
How to Embroider a Name on a Shirt
Step 1: Prepare and Trace the Name
Write the name you want to embroider on a piece of paper, then carefully cut out the letters, and use the cut-out as a template to trace the name onto your T-shirt.Step 2: Outline the Letters with Hot Glue
Use a hot glue gun to carefully trace around the letters of the name on your T-shirt. Allow the glue to dry and harden completely.Step 3: Start Embroidering Along the Outline
Bring the needle up at your starting point, then insert it at the next stitching point. Follow the glue’s outline carefully to keep your stitches neat and even. Continue stitching along the outline, threading the needle until the entire letter is fully covered. Make sure your stitches are even and close together for a neat, complete look.Step 4: Embroider the Remaining Letters
Repeat the same stitching process on the other letters. Choose any thread color you like for each letter to create a personalized and colorful design.
Materials
- Plain T-Shirt
- Embroidery Thread
- Scissors
- Hot Glue Gun
- Hot Glue Sticks
🌟 Pro Tip
When working on your embossed embroidery, make sure the glue is completely dry before you start stitching over it. Use an embroidery hoop to keep your fabric tight and prevent puckering, and choose thicker threads like pearl cotton for a more defined, raised finish. If you’re embroidering on delicate fabric, place a thin stabilizer or parchment paper underneath for extra support.
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Easy T-Shirt Name Embroidery Hack
