Time is Ticking! Last ’Minute’ Embroidered Clock Christmas Gift

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April 8th, 2024 2 minute read

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Digitizing video tutorial and FREE Design

When time is running out, you need a quick project. I made this clock using the snowflake design that came with Hatch Embroidery, added lettering (numbers) and digitized a hole in the middle of the snowflake. I bought the quartz clock movement and the hands online.

You can use the free design that you can access by clicking the button at the bottom of this article to create the same clock or you can experiment with digitizing your own with Hatch Embroidery Digitizer.

In the video below I’ll show you how easy it is!

Supplies Needed

21 cm hand embroidery hoop
Fabric to embroider on
2 pieces of cut-away stabilizer
Assorted machine embroidery thread
Clock movement & hands

Techniques Used

Creating a tackdown stitch and changing stitch length

Copy and Paste objects from one design to the other

Branching / Break Apart

Digitizing circles

Digitizing a hole

Adding lettering

Aligning objects

Grouping and Ungrouping objects

Changing the color of an object

Please note: You will need to sign in or register a free account to be able to download the free designs.

Once you registered an account, you will have unlimited access to ALL the free designs that are currently on the Hatch Embroidery website and future ones two. You will also automatically receive our newsletter about free projects and designs. You will NOT be requested to download the software. Having an account does not come with any obligations to you at all.

Hatch Embroidery software products are in popular use in over 100 countries. It is time to join the global trend and give Hatch a try! The 30-day Free Trial grants you unlimited use of all the amazing features and the 30-day Money Back Guarantee ensures that there is absolutely no risk involved.

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Hatch Embroidery software is a comprehensive embroidery design solution that offers a range of tools and features for both beginners and seasoned embroiderers.

Here’s why it's a great choice:

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