We’re sticking with needlecraft for May’s pick for Book Club, as we explore Stephanie Carswell’s Embroidery Made Easy series! Founder of Hawthorn Handmade, Stephanie’s designs and range of crafts have brought smiles to many faces over the years.

Since their launch in 2013, Stephanie and her team have been busy supplying crafters with an array of different mediums. We caught up with her at the beginning of the year to talk her inspirations and her passion for business, which you can read HERE. For Book Club, however, we’re excited to discuss her latest releases in her Embroidery Made Easy series.

Botanical Bliss and Awesome Animals feature a number of embroidery patterns, perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters, alike! Each book comes with 12 designs, including full, detailed instructions on how to complete each piece. The books also come with tear-out transfers, so it’s even easier for you to get started as you can iron on each design straight onto your fabric.

It can be a little daunting to try something new, yet both books invite you in and encourage you to relax as you learn your new craft. With plenty of beautiful designs to fall in love with and pages of inspiration, the Embroidery Made Easy series will have you returning for more.

We hope you’ve enjoyed May’s selections for Book Club; be sure to join us next month as we thumb through the pages of another book of crafty goodness! The Craft Room‘s always open for inspiration, top tips and more, so make sure to enter your email below so you never miss a post from us ✨