Fleece is an interesting and unusual, though ubiquitous fabric. It’s lightweight and stretchy. It’s great for sewing and embroidery projects because it comes in a variety of colors and weights. And it does not fray – which can’t be said for most fabrics….

Supplies:
Needle – sharp, universal or embroidery – size 75/11
Stabilizer – water soluble for backing
Stabilizer – topper to prevent stitches from sinking down into the fleece
Fleece – choose a high-quality fleece for your embroidery project. High-quality fleece will snap back into shape after being stretched
Embroidery design – Use designs that aren’t too dense. The designs used in this project are from Winter Wonderland by Anita Goodesign

Instructions:
1. Use a bobbin with the same color thread that you’ll be using on top.
2. Hoop the backing stabilizer.
3. Stitch basting line to use for placement.
4. Place fleece and topper over placement line and sew basting stitch again.
5. The topper will prevent stitches from sinking into fleece.
6. Embroider the design.
7. Remove from hoop.

8. Gently tear the excess topper off and cut away the water-soluble stabilizer being careful not to cut the fleece or any stitching. Dissolve all of the remaining stabilizer by soaking the scarf in water.