11 DIY Tutorials On To Embroider Your Denim Clothes

DIY Tutorials To Embroider Designs Onto Your Denim
Who else out there loves to personalize their clothes? There is something so special about wearing something that you have made entirely your own. For anyone who wants easy ways to dress up their favourite denim wardrobe essentials, here are 11 DIY Tutorials On How To Embroider Your Denim Clothes.
Since everyone has a different way of enjoying simple additions of colour, let’s explore a few choices that will help you find just the right one for you.
One of the first things to do to help you determine which denim embroidery tutorial is best for you is trying to choose what kind of overall aesthetic you are going for.
If you are someone who loves flowers, there are several ways that you can explore those with embroidery.
One example has beautiful flowers cascading down the back of a denim jacket. Another one adds embroidered daisies to pockets.
There are other more generic themes, too, such as the solar system or adorable triangles that create a geometric feel to your denim piece of clothing.
A simple starburst or a heart is also a great option.
Another way to look at this collecton of tutorials is to do so through remembering what you want to achieve.
Are you hunting for a way to cover up a tiny stain?
Or are you going for a more artistic angle where you are using embroidery to add some flair to your style?
There are small and large projects for you to figure out which is going to be best for your goals.
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Check Out These Tutorials On How To Embroider Your Denim Below
Learning how to embroider on denim is just a simple click away!
If you’re excited to get to work, take a close look at the 11 fun tutorials below that will help you find the right one for your aspirations.
You might find it helpful to have the denim item you want to personalize with you when looking at this list.
It’ll help you get a feel for which of these tutorials is right.
If you are new to sewing or even DIY crafts, don’t be afraid!
These tutorials are designed for everyone to enjoy, regardless of your crafting expertise and comfort. Perfect for anyone who wants to give them a try.
When you’ve got the right one for you, click on the link in the description, and you’ll be taken to the tutorial page to get started.
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All you need to do is grab your supplies and get started!
DIY Denim Jacket with Embroidery

With a mix of floral elegance and modern-day flair, this embroidery turns denim into a canvas. Inspired by flowers and nature, this adds a sense of natural grace and beauty to your otherwise ordinary denim.
Designer: Jessica of Cutesy Craft
Materials Used:
- Denim Jack Embroidery Pattern
- Denim Jacket
- Embroidery Floss (Aurifil 2021, 2600, 2110, 2605, 5006, 2888, 5018, and 2535)
- Water Soluble Stabilizer
Format: Handmade
DIY Denim Embroidery

This embroidery turns your denim into a piece of clothing that is more personal. With easy-to-follow instructions, beginners can embroider their own designs that is in line with their unique style and personality. Whether you want to add color or give new life to your old denim, you’ll find this DIY embroidery rewarding.
Designer: Erica of HONESTLYWTF
Materials Used:
- Denim, prewashed.
- Pins
- Embroidery floss
- Embroidery needle
- Sulky Paper Solvy Water Soluble Fabric Stabilizer
- Embroidery hoop (optional)
- Printer
Format: Handmade
DIY Jean Embroidery [Daisies] EASY!
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Simple and fun, this DIY embroidery adds floral charm to your denim clothes or any fabric for that matter. This is easily customizable and you can change the colors and sizes to match your tastes.
Designer: MoodyLatte
Materials Used:
- Denim
- Pencil
- Something to Help You Draw Circles
- Embroidery Floss
- Embroidery Needles
Format: Handmade
Upcycle Your Jeans with Modern Hand Embroidery (DIY PROJECT!)

This DIY embroidery allows creativity without the use of ready-made designs. Instead, this focuses on the freedom of stitching with many styles, color and techniques. This gives room for flexibility and easy ways to correct errors.
Designer: Charles and Elin
Materials Used:
- Piece of Denim Clothing
- Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread (Your Choice of Colors)
Format: Handmade
How to Embroider a Heart to Cover a Hole on Jeans

This DIY embroidery fixes the holes in your denim using a heart-shaped patch. Great for all skill levels, this tutorial is easy-to-follow and needs only basic embroidery skills.
Designer: Little Star CC
Materials Used:
- Denim Clothing
- Embroidery Thread
- Embroidery Needle
Format: Handmade
DIY How to Repair Small Hole in Jeans Quick & Easy Embroidery Hole Repair Flower

This is a quick and easy DIY way to repair small holes in jeans by embroidery. Cute and practical, the embroidery is a flower design and the steps to embroider it is simple.
Designer: Made By April
Materials Used:
- Denim Clothing
- Pencil
- A Tool to Help you Draw Circle
- Hand Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread
Format: Handmade
Green Leaf Embroidery – Hide Clothes Holes in Style

This DIY embroidery uses a green leaf design to cover holes with a natural elegance. Practical and stylish, this gives a unique and creative way to cover tears and holes in denim clothing.
Designer: Little Star CC
Materials Used:
- Pen
- Embroidery Thread
- Embroidery Needle
Format: Handmade
Jean Pocket Embroidery + How To Embroider A Butterfly

Change any pair of jeans into personalized art with this DIY embroidery design. This uses a butterfly design but tells you enough about the step so you can try and make your own design.
Designer: Amanda of Crewel Ghoul Embroidery
Materials Used:
- Your favorite pair of denim shorts or pants
- Embroidery floss
- Embroidery Hoop – flexi hoops work best for clothes
- Embroidery Needle
- Stick n stitch or a fabric marker to transfer the design
- Seam Ripper
- Embroidery Scissors
- Sewing machine with heavy denim sewing needle
- All purpose or top stitching thread that matches the stitching on the jean pocket
Format: Handmade
DIY Embroidered Jeans – Daisy Chain

This DIY embroidery design is personalized with elegant-looking daisies. Made for denim clothing, this adds a charm of floral style for every day casual wear.
Designer: Madi teVelde
Materials Used:
- Daisy Patterns
- Pencil
- Scissors
- Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread
Format: Handmade
DIY Embroidered Denim Jeans Pocket – Outer Space

Embroidered with detail, this DIY embroidery design adds the charm of outer space themed designed. The steps are easy-to-follow and any beginner can embroider this design and anyone can customize the colors and sizes.
Designer: Miaira Jennings
Materials Used:
- Embroidery Hoops
- Thread
- Aida Cloth
- Cross Stitch Tool
Format: Handmade
A Guide for Hand Embroidery on Denim

This is a univeral DIY embroidery guide for your denim. This teaches you what you need to know to customize and decorate your own denim clothing with embroidery. Great for beginners and advanced embroiderers, this guides you to embroider your own pieces.
Designer: Mollie Johanson of the spruce CRAFTS
Materials Used:
- Jeans (Or any denim clothing)
- Carbon Transfer Paper/Tracing Paper/Water-soluble Stabilizer
- Embroidery Needle
- Embroidery Thread
Format: Handmade
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