My first hand embroidery projects

As most of you know, I love to crochet and do other crafts. I saw something on Pinterest that I really wanted to do. It was embroidery outlines of all the hands of our household (parents and kids). I really wanted to do this, but I have never embroidered before. I have quilted and done cross-stitch, so I figured I could pick it up pretty easily. Before I did the handprints, I thought I should do a practice piece or two. I found a small embroidery kit on clearance at Jo-Ann's and also pick-up a book on embroidery that had the stitch explanations and patterns.

I finished the small kit and on larger pattern out of the book. The larger pattern is about 5x7. They are not the best, but I am still pleased. I don't think I will do anything with the larger project, but it was great practice.

The smaller kit:

The larger project:

I am now starting on the handprints. I am really liking how they are turning out. I will post a picture when I am finished.