Hand Embroidered Cushion Covers

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Hand Embroidery is the art of decorating fabric or other materials with threads or yarns with the use of needles. The art of hand embroidery is thousands of years old. Ancient Egyptians used hand embroidery to decorate the hems of the robes of the royals. This art has continued till today.
Purpose of Hand Embroidered Cushion Covers:
Hand embroidered cushion covers are very useful in interior decors. They contribute to interior aesthetics and improve home décor significantly. Hand embroidery is available in many types and designs. Hand embroidered cushion covers can be bought to match the home interiors.

Types of Hand Embroidered Cushion Covers: There are various types of hand embroidery available on cushion covers. The embroidery stitches are of five basic types; outline stitches, satin stitches, lazy daisy stitches, cross stitches and French knots. Outline stitches are long running stitches on an outlined pattern made on the cushion cover. Lazy daisy stitches are used to make tiny flowers on the cushion covers. Satin stitches fill up open areas on the designated cushion cover pattern. French knots make dots, eyes or flower centers. Cross stitches are also used to fill up open spaces. The most widely used embroidery stitch is satin stitch as they give the cushion cover a satiny and smooth look.

Choosing Hand Embroidered Cushion Covers:
Hand Embroidered cushion covers can be bought readymade or they may be done at home on a plain cushion cover. Some specialty shops or boutiques make hand embroidered cushions according to order. Hand embroidered cushion covers look very elegant. They are available in almost every material. The material of embroidered cushion covers can be chosen according to one's budget and the kind of look it imparts. Satin and Velvet hand embroidered cushion covers give a very elegant, fancy feeling. Cotton or linen embroidered cushion covers give a rustic look to the surroundings.