20 Kimberbell Projects for Summer

It's almost summer! Who else is excited for blue skies, golden sunshine, ice cream trucks, and more?

Whether you're headed to the backyard or the beach, here are 20 Kimberbell machine embroidery and punch needle projects to help you celebrate the season. And to kick things off . . .

Please enjoy my Vintage Boardwalk Caramel Popcorn recipe HERE! 🍿

#1: Summer Scoops Clasp Purse

Treat yourself to Summer Scoops! This darling clasp purse is fully lined and made entirely in-the-hoop. Make the single scoop cone in a 5x7 hoop or use a 6x10 hoop for the double scoop! 

😎 Purchase and download the Summer Scoops Clasp Purse HERE!

#2: Bright & Beamy Zipper Pouch

Warm, cheerful rays lead to "sunshiny days!" Our Bright & Beamy Zipper Pouch is pieced and zippered in-the-hoop and fully lined for your favorite shades. This pouch is perfect for wherever adventure calls you!

😎 Purchase and download the Bright & Beamy Zipper Pouch project HERE!

#3: Roll With It

Kimberbell’s Roll With It design features a vintage roller skate with decorative stripes and raw-edge applique. Stitch this delightful design on a summertime tote for on-the-go fun! 

😎 Purchase and download the Roll With It design HERE!

#4: Mermazing Waters

A lovely mermaiden and her narwhal friend drift peacefully through bubbles and brine. Our Mermazing Waters design features decorative stitches and is perfect beach house decor! 

😎 Purchase and download the Mermazing Waters design HERE!

#5: Kimberbell Cuties

This summery table topper is the July design from Kimberbell Cuties, Vol. 2: July-December.  I love the packed picnic baskets in each corner (and their dimensional fabric flaps)!

😎 Purchase Kimberbell Cuties HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold. 

#6: Red, White, & Bloom Bonus Projects

You may remember the Red, White, & Bloom feature quilt . . .but did you know it also comes with bonus projects?  Here's just one of them: the refreshing Something Sweet Tea Towel! 

😎 Purchase and download Red, White, & Bloom (with bonus projects) HERE!

#7: Machine Embroider by Number: Camper

Our retro Machine Embroider by Number: Camper is pieced in-the-hoop with our easy technique! Available in five graduating sizes, this design features crosshatch quilting and optional ribbon loops.

😎 Purchase and download the Machine Embroider by Number: Camper (and other darling designs) HERE!

#8: Crossbody Bag: Sailboat

Kimberbell's Crossbody Bag: Sailboat comes in four sizes and is quilted, lined, and finished in-the-hoop! (Also be sure to check out our Nautical Stripes Bag HERE and Anchor Bag HERE!)

😎 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Crossbody Bag: Sailboat HERE!

#9: Happy Place Embroidery Projects

Create rope bowls and more with Kimberbell's Happy Place Embroidery Projects! Our collection includes six designs, each in two sizes for 5x7 and 8x12 hoops. Use your embroidery AND sewing machine to create!

😎 Purchase Happy Place Embroidery Projects HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold!

#10: Pennants & Banners: Summer Lovin'

Celebrate summer with Kimberbell Pennants & Banners: Summer Lovin’! Four seasonal favorites come in five sizes each. Hang from a dowel, post as a garden flag, or string together for a bright summer banner!

😎 Purchase and download the Pennants & Banners: Summer Lovin’ designs HERE!

#11: Mug Rugs 

Mug Rugs stitch out quickly, are made entirely in a 5x7 hoop, and are perfect projects for beginners and experienced machine embroiderers. We have several (like this one) that are wonderful for summer!

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's Mug Rugs, Vol. 6 collection HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold!

#12: Two Scoops Bench Pillow

Kimberbell's Two Scoops Bench Pillow celebrates the sweetness of summer with ice cream sandwiches, dipped bars, milkshakes, and more. (What's better on a summer evening than going out for ice cream?)

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's Two Scoops Bench Pillow HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold!

#13: Hello Sunshine Quilt

Kimberbell’s Hello Sunshine quilt celebrates sunny rays and carefree days with bicycles, balloons, and other iconic symbols of summer. This oldie-but-goodie project is now available as a digital download!

😎 Purchase and download Kimberbell's Hello Sunshine quilt HERE!

#14: Squeeze the Day Project Kit

Kimberbell's Squeeze the Day Machine Embroidery Kit includes the embroidery file, instructions, fabric, embellishments, topping, and turquoise Folding Storage Tote Blank you need to make this project!

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's Squeeze the Day Project Kit HERE! 

#15: Berry Sweet Mug Rugs Project Kit

Speaking of project kits, Kimberbell's Berry Sweet Mug Rug Kit has the instructions, fabric, embellishments, and Project Batting for two mug rugs, as well as Thank You Berry Much and Life is Sweet designs. 

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's Berry Sweet Mug Rug Project Kit HERE! 

#16: One Hoop Wonders 

Our delightful One Hoop Wonders, Vol. 1 collection includes simple, repeatable patterns perfect for gifts, decor, and cozy quilts. I love this Slice of Sweetness design for summertime projects!

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's One Hoop Wonders collection HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold!

#17: Bloomin' Bee Punch Needle Kit

This bee-utiful design is perfect for summer! I love the dimensional flowers on our darling Bloomin' Bee Punch Needle Kit. (It's a honey of a project 😉 you can start and finish in just a couple of hours!)

😎 Purchase Kimberbell's Bloomin' Bee Punch Needle Kit HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold. 

#18: August Mini Quilt

Grab your vintage swimsuit and "dip into summer" with our August Mini Quilt! This cheerful mini quilt features an applique umbrella, pink flamingo, and beach tote with an open pocket! 

😎 Purchase Kimberbell Mini Quilts HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold. 

#19: Quilting Through the Seasons Ladder Quilt 

Celebrate all four seasons with just one quilt! Kimberbell’s 20 x 60” Quilting Through the Seasons Ladder Quilt features interchangeable elements for winter, spring, summer, and fall. 

😎 Purchase our Quilting Through the Seasons Ladder Quilt HERE or wherever Kimberbell products are sold. 

#20: Background Quilting Designs

We have a variety of background quilting designs that are just right for summertime projects! (Know anyone who likes to fish? Be sure to reel in this Hobby 4 design!) Learn more about background quilting HERE!

😎 Purchase and download Kimberbell background quilting designs for summer HERE!

Well, friends, those are just 20 of the summery projects Kimberbell has to offer.  I didn't even mention:

• A Kimberbell Summer, Vol 1: At the Beach OR
•  A Kimberbell Summer, Vol. 2: In the Garden OR
•  Felt Cozies for Summer OR. . .

The list goes on, for there are many. 😀 Whatever you choose to make this summer, I hope you Experience the Joy of Creativity^® to the fullest!

Happy stitching!