Fun and Creative Embroidery Worksheet for 13-Year-Olds

Instructions

Welcome to your embroidery worksheet! Let’s explore the basics of embroidery together. Read the instructions carefully, and complete each section.

1. Vocabulary Match

Match the embroidery terms on the left with their correct definitions on the right.

• A. Stitch Select... 1. A picture or design created with fabric and thread 2. A piece of fabric with holes or loops used for embroidery 3. A method of sewing two pieces of fabric together 4. A movement of the needle to create a decorative line
• B. Fabric Select... 1. A picture or design created with fabric and thread 2. A piece of fabric with holes or loops used for embroidery 3. A method of sewing two pieces of fabric together 4. A movement of the needle to create a decorative line
• C. Embroidery Select... 1. A picture or design created with fabric and thread 2. A piece of fabric with holes or loops used for embroidery 3. A method of sewing two pieces of fabric together 4. A movement of the needle to create a decorative line
• D. Needle Select... 1. A picture or design created with fabric and thread 2. A piece of fabric with holes or loops used for embroidery 3. A method of sewing two pieces of fabric together 4. A movement of the needle to create a decorative line

2. Steps to Start Embroidery

Fill in the blanks with the correct words from the word bank below.

• First, gather your __________ (fabric, paint, scissor).
• Next, choose your __________ (needle, book, food).
• Then, thread the __________ (needle, paint, string).
• Finally, start making your __________ (cookies, stitches, paint).

Word Bank: fabric, needle, stitches

3. Design Your Own Pattern

Draw your own simple embroidery design below. Think about using shapes, letters, or your favorite symbols.

4. Reflection

Answer the following questions:

• What do you enjoy most about embroidery?
• Have you ever tried embroidery before? If so, describe your experience.
• What is one new thing you learned today about embroidery?