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Mr. and Mrs. Script
Weddings are a giant step into a new life ... shouldn’t that big day represent that couple as much as possible? Whether the celebration is your own or belongs to friends or family, share your love with embroidered accents customized to make that special day truly magical. You don’t always have to spend big to get a wedding your way. Along with some DIY magic and your trusty embroidery machine, this lookbook provides all kinds of ideas to add some crafty and customized joy to the celebration.
her big day
Calligraphic Bride
Let the bride shine on her big day with personalized items. A gorgeous robe embroidered with “Bride� in her custom colors is a great way for her to feel the magic of the day as she and her friends get ready.
Delicate Dress
A WEDDING FOR EVERY STYLE Weddings come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. Some are traditional and some are totally not. Find something to suit every bride and every wedding with a wide range of styles, from classic to gothic.
Celtic
Vintage
Offbeat
Elegant
FOR THE GUYS Don’t forget about the groom! There are lots of personalized items to stitch for the man of the day, including garment bags, ties, duffels, pocket squares and more.
Calligraphic Groom
Want to make a subtle statement? Pick a light-stitching design in a theme that says something about the groom and his interests, like gears or games. Stitch it tone-on-tone on a tie for a classy embossed look that won’t distract on the day.
Monogramming is a classy way to add embroidery that guys love. Steampunk Cogs
Style Tip:
Understated is the look of choice for dapper gentlemen. For a classic look, stick with neutral colors or tone-on-tone designs. Inked Alphabet Pack
Sweet sentiments Hang sweet signs with outfits, over the backs of chairs, on doors, and just about anywhere else you can think of.
Betrothed Pack
top it off
design Tip:
These little True Love Birds come as a mix-and-match set, so you can mix colors, couples and genders to get the perfect set for the big day. True Love Birds
Cake toppers are the perfect place to add some adorable embroidery. Any design, like these two lovebirds, can be customized to suit every wedding color theme. Stitch them on stiffer fabric and then cut them out to make cute stitched accents.
Yay Flag (Lace)
CELEBRATE! Not that we’re overly sentimental or anything, but who doesn’t love the idea of happily waving tiny yay flags?
Betrothed Mr. & Mrs.
Mark THe Day Fabric-wrapped items like guestbooks and even signs are a perfect place to add a little embroidery. You can even add the date of the wedding for an extra personal touch!
Betrothed Happily Ever After
Wedding Bunting (Lace)
style Tip:
Bunting is a great place to really add some extra personality! There are all kinds of different crafty options you can add to yours... Stitch up Mr. & Mrs. Lace bunting pieces Make a flag out of your favorite fabrics from your fabric stash Stitch your couple’s initials overlapping on a flag Stitch a favorite design in your wedding colors, suiting your theme Stitch an ampersand on one flag between your first initials on the other flags Stitch a date on a flag and keep it as a keepsake
Scalloped Lantern (Lace)
Learn how easy it is to assemble lace lanterns with this step-by-step tutorial.
dazzle by day glow by night Lanterns are a dazzling way to add some warmth and glow to the wedding tables.
Snowflake Lantern (Lace)
Floral Fascinator (Lace)
Tiny Top Hat (Lace)
Little details Sometimes it’s all in the little details. Small items like jewelery or lace top hats on groom bears can make those pieces extra special, especially when they’re customized for the big day. You don’t have to go crazy trying to embroider everything. Pick the little things that matter if it becomes too much of a project.
Beautiful Bow (Lace)
things you can embroider for the big day: Accents & Decor
Bride’s Side
Groom’s Side
Ring Pillows
Bride Robe
Garment Bags
Cake Toppers
Lace Fascinator
Groomsman Gifts
Wrapped Unity Candle
Handkerchief
Ties
Lace Bow Tie
Lace Necklace
Cravats
Lace Top Hat
Lace Earrings
Pocket Squares
Bunting
Lace Cuff
Handkerchief
Lace Lanterns
Bridesmaids’ Gifts
Slippers
Yay Flags
Dress Details
Hat
Table Numbers
Corset Accents
Groom Shirt
Hooped Accents
Wrap/Shawl
Wedding Pillows
Veil
Table Runners
Tote/Duffel Bags
Napkins
Lace Shoe Accents
Chair Signs
Garter
Favor Bags Guestbooks Reception Signs
Gift ideas Heirloom Pillow Bath Towels Stitched Card Photo Album Hoop Art Wedding Quilt
Asymmetrical Bloom Necklace (Lace)
Briar Rose Corner
Briar Rose Pack
style Tip:
Can’t decide on a theme? You can never go wrong with classic motifs like roses and lace. Change them up to suit your colors and they’ll be a chic accent to any wedding.
Mr. and Mrs. Script (Split)
SPEll it out Letters and monogramming are great ways to personalize your day or make wedding gifts extra special. Spell out dates, add decorative initials, or even spell out romantic phrases and names in lace bunting.
Bunting Alphabet Pack
Mendhika Alphabet Pack
DazzLinG DECor Want to make a big statement? Go big with lace! These elegant lace birds in white make a stunning mobile that would enchant around ceremony locations or as reception decor.
Lacewing Pack
design Tip:
Table runners and tablecloths are a great place to go over the top with embroidery! Just make sure if you’re going with heavier designs you pick a fabric and stabilizer that are sturdy enough to hold up to them.
Briar Rose Border
Letter Perfect Alphabet Pack
gifts to remember Going to a wedding, and want a crafty idea for a gift? Heirloom pillows are a project that the bride and groom can cherish in their home forever. Use big gorgeous letters, and add a date to make it extra personal! You can use this same idea for wall hangings and hoop art as well.
by Lori Fisher
classic Customer Celebrations Urban Threads customers are finding all kinds of stunning ways of adding embroidery to their wedding events, using everything from classic ring pillows to chic ampersands. Even lace top hats that match the wedding party! There’s no wrong way to add a custom touch of classic embroidery to your celebration.
by Serendipia
by Nichole Wilkins
by Jacqueline Johnson
by Julia Foster
by Leslee Schoofs by Terri Willner
Mr. and Mrs. Script (Split)
Sealed with Roses (Lace)
wrap it up
Want an extra special way to wrap up a wedding card, thank you card or special wedding day love notes? How about this lace envelope?
a vision in white
You can never go wrong with a tone-on-tone stunner in white. If you’re not sure how to incorporate some of your favorite designs into the big day, stitch them all in white for an instant and classy bridal effect.
Baroque Punk Swallow
Gather Ye Rosebuds
romance in black
Of course for some, “traditional” isn’t at all what you’re looking for on the big day. From the offbeat to the downright unusual, wedding trends don’t always have to be the norm. That’s the fun of making it yourself...
A different kind of wedding If your idea of the big day is less white and roses and a little more dark and steampunk, we have you covered. Everything from elegantly gothic to Dia de los Muertos and beyond, it’s never been as easy to make your wedding the way you want it with these unique designs...
See more of this gorgeous custom steampunk gown on the blog
Clockwork Natura Pack
Evenfall Lace Pack
design Tip:
If you stitch your lace in cotton, you can customize it with fabric dye for stunning ombre effects!
by Felix Eddy
offbeat Customer Celebrations Urban Threads customers have found all kinds of unique ways of using embroidery to personalize their big day! Everything from steampunk to gorgeous, colorful lace has been crafted into offbeat weddings of crafty stitchers. Embroidery lets you add your own unique twist to your big day, allowing everything from nontraditional colors to alternative motifs you just won’t find with other ready-made wedding items. by Maris Wolff
by Annemieke
by JBGmax
by JeanelleATaustind
By Ann Marie Mullins
by Natalia Demina
By Wedding Favor Bags
‘Til Death Do Us Part
‘Til death do us part Gothic and offbeat weddings can have a lot of drama and glamour. Just because it’s not traditional doesn’t mean it can’t be just as classy and beautiful. Take the classic ideas and turn them on their head. A tone-on-tone pillow in black instead of purple. A gothic choker in dark tones instead of white. Wall hangings and accents with a darker flair. Your day, your way, no matter what your style.
Black Rose Choker
Gothic Nouveau Pack
DARKLY ROMANTIC
Coordinate your couples look with something totally unique. The elegant Gothic Nouveau collection works well on guys’ and girls’ finery, and let you find a look for both of you that suits your own wedding style. Perfect for dark fall weddings!
See more of this darkly romantic custom couples look on the blog
Dark Adornments Cuff Bracelet
STYLE Tip:
Lace accents are an excellent way to dress up an alternative look without going overboard on embroidery.
Dark Adornments Flower
Til Death
See how to make a custom candle wrap with this easy tutorial
skulls & bats & dresses ... oh my! Mix in some skulls and bats for a full-on Halloween or Dia de los Muertos event. There’s no reason to shy away from the dark side when it’s this pretty!
Spooky Delicate Dress
Ghost Baroque Bat
a wedding for every style
Dia de los Muertos
Gothic
Steampunk
Fantasty
Mrs. and Mrs. Script
His Cameo
a wedding for every couple LGBT couples can customize their weddings to their own tastes and styles. Mix-n-match designs and flexible options mean every couple can have something that represents them and their interests on the big day. Love and embroidery are for everyone!
style Tip:
If you’re going for an offbeat theme, don’t just search for wedding stuff! Elegant and spooky designs in the Halloween and Autumn sections are perfect for an October wedding!
Ghost Baroque Pack
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