Ready to add some not-too-spooky charm to your October kitchen? This Halloween embroidery kit by Barri Sue Gaudet for Bareroots features a cute jack-o'-lantern parade. Each pumpkin has its own personality, from cross-stitch smiles to toothy grins. It's the perfect project when you want Halloween decor that's more "adorable" than "terrifying."

What's Included in Your Kit:

• Full-Size Pattern: Traceable design with a full-color embroidery scan showing the finished look
• Dunroven 100% Cotton Dishtowel: These towels are the real deal – sturdy cotton that holds up to actual kitchen use and regular washing
• DMC Embroidery Floss: All the thread colors needed for your pumpkins and lettering in classic Halloween oranges and blacks
• Black Ricrac: Perfect spooky trim for edging both front and back of your towel
• Basic Instructions: Pattern includes the essential information to complete the project

What You'll Need:

The kit includes all the main supplies, but you'll want to have embroidery needles and small scissors on hand (which you probably already have if you've done embroidery before). The pattern is designed to work with wash-away printable stabilizers if you prefer that transfer method. We carry those in our shop along with small scissors and embroidery needles if you need them.

Perfect for:

• Anyone who loves seasonal decorating but keeps things family-friendly
• Stitchers who've done some simple embroidery and want a fun seasonal project
• Creating functional kitchen art that you'll actually use daily
• Gift-giving to Halloween lovers who appreciate handmade touches

Why You'll Love This Project:

There's something genuinely delightful about these jack-o'-lantern faces. They remind me of the pumpkins my kids used to draw when they were little. Each one has its own expression, from the classic triangle-eyed fellow to what looks like a pumpkin having a bit of an existential crisis (we've all been there). The "Happy Halloween" lettering underneath has that hand-drawn charm that makes the whole piece feel like it came from a vintage autumn market.

If you've already tackled a beginner embroidery project or two, this is a sweet next step. The design is forgiving since those pumpkin faces are meant to be whimsical, not perfect, which takes the pressure off getting every stitch exactly right. It's the kind of project you can work on while handing out candy to trick-or-treaters or binge-watching your favorite spooky shows.

What I really appreciate about seasonal dishtowel projects is how they instantly change the mood of your kitchen. Swap out your regular towel for this Halloween version, and suddenly you've decorated without having to store giant plastic skeletons in your garage for eleven months of the year. Plus, these Dunroven towels are workhorses. Your embroidery will hold up through all the pumpkin pie baking and candy-apple making October throws at you.

The black ricrac trim is such a smart touch. It frames the embroidery beautifully and gives the whole towel that finished, boutique look. It's those little details that make people ask "Where did you get that?" And honestly, is there anything better than saying "I made it myself"?

Product Details:

• Brand: Bareroots
• Item #: BR260K
• Designer: Barri Sue Gaudet
• Category: Hand Embroidery & Stitchery
• Skill Level: Beginner (best for those with some embroidery experience)
• Finished Size: Embroidered area on full-size dishtowel (approximately 19-1/2" x 24-1/2")
• Made in the United States