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Arabesque 8 - $49.95

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The flowing swirls of this classic monogram style are done in satin stitch with ample underlay to create a rounded look. The letters in this single-initial monogram style are framed by an arc on either side, done in two colors. Within the satin stitch border are areas of seed stitch, which add a luxurious texture as a counterpoint to the satin stitching. The letters can be used without the border by stopping your machine after the first color, or deleting the brackets in your embroidery software program.

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Arts and Crafts 3 - $49.95

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This is another graceful monogram style digitized from artwork from the 1930s. There are left and right versions for each letter. The left hand version includes a stem and satin stitch leaves, a bright stylized flower, and two small circular accents. When combined with a letter from the right hand version, the combination creates a circular shape.

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Asian 1 - $49.95

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The western alphabet is given an asian flavor in this monogram set. The satin stitch letters can be used alone or combined as a two-letter monogram. Either version can be enclosed within a satin stitch border - three border sizes are included.

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Baroque 2 - $49.95

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This luxurious monogram style combines two-color central letters with satin stitch flanking letters and scrolled satin stitch corner brackets. The unusual fill in the larger letters is accomplished with a meandering vermicelli stitch -each stitch is digitized by hand. The result has a texture like chenille, and is finished with a thin satin stitch border.

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Circle 1 - $49.95

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A true classic monogram, from the 1950s - think "circle pins", cashmere sweaters." Merge designs to create any combination of three letters, then surround them with the optional circular border. The letters and the circle are elegant satin stitches. Great on towels, linens, high-fashion garments, scarves, etc. Endless possibilities!

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Circle 2 - $49.95

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This circle monogram style is done in satin stitch for a true 1940s look - there is something about it that evokes the adventure of long-distance train travel. Merge any three letters, together with the decorative bar embellishments for a complete circle, or use the letters alone for a streamlined variation. Digitized to allow multi-colors, the monogram can also be sewn tone-on-tone.

This style is featured in "Signature Series" by Anne Van Der Kley, Machine Embroidery and Textile Art (Australia), April 2007.

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Circle 3 - $49.95

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Satin stitch monogram letters with ample underlay are featured in this classic style from the 1940s. The set includes left, middle, and right versions for each letter. The satin stitch brackets complete the circle shape.

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Circle 4 - $49.95

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This style looks perfect for a modern child's monogram, so you may be surprised to learn that it's an Art Deco style from the 1930s. Digitized with satin stitch letters and a two-color satin stitch border, the letters can be used alone by skipping the first two colors.

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Circle 5 - $49.95

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The artwork for this fanciful monogram style is from 1916. The delicate satin stitch letters can be combined into a three-letter circular monogram. The surrounding bow and border is a separate design. The letters can be used with or without the border.

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Empire - $49.95

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A graceful old-fashioned monogram style, designed to create three-letter combinations that form an oval shape.

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Gothic 11 - $49.95

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The artwork for this style was designed for hand embroiderers in 1879. We have adapted this very traditional monogram style for machine embroidery by adding an additional underlay column throughout, which simulates the look of padded satin stitch.

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Gothic 12 - $49.95

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This monogram style is from the United States, created in 1875 - one of our oldest historical styles. The letters are digitized in satin stitch.

1875 - a noteworthy year. The British government purchases the Suez Canal, Alexander Graham Bell achieves the technical breakthrough that will lead to the creation of an electric telephone, and the United States Congress passes a Civil Rights Act that guarantees blacks equal rights in public places.

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Lace 2 - $49.95

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The artwork for the lettering in this monogram style is from 1913. The initials are complimented by an oval-shaped background grid with a fancy scalloped edge. The design is digitized for appliquÈ, so fabric can be placed behind the gird, or fabric removed for a true lace effect. We have included color changes to allow each element to be sewn with a different thread color - or sewn all in one tone if you prefer.

This style is featured in " Baby's Treasure Dress" by Susan Schrempf, Designs in Machine Embroidery magazine, November/December 2004.

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Oval 1 - $49.95

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This monogram style came from an iron-on transfer pattern from the 1940s. It is intended for the creation of a three-letter oval shaped monogram, accomplished by merging the appropriate letters from left, middle, and right versions. The center letter can be used alone for a single letter monogram. The designs are digitized in satin stitch with ample underlay for use on towels or fleece.

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Oval 2 - $49.95

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The artwork for this monogram style is from 1947, but it still looks bright and modern. The satin stitch letters can be used one-by-one, as three-letter combinations, or enclosed within the graceful satin stitch border. The style can easily be resized within your embroidery software program for additional flexibility.

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Oval 3 - $49.95

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Our historical research turned up a style sheet from a monogramming shop that closed sometime in the late 1940s - this was one of their custom offerings. We had enough information from the three letters pictured in their sample to recreate the entire set. It is done in satin stitch for both letters and border with two French Knot accents.

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Oval 4 - $49.95

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From the catalogue of a commercial monogram shop in the late 1930s, this modern style features satin stitch letters intended to create three-letter monograms in a slanted oval shape. The included placement design makes perfect placement of the letters quick and easy.

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Petite 3 - $49.95

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These miniature Diamond and Circle monograms are specifically digitized to sew well at small sizes. They can be used with or without the borders, and to facilitate perfect combinations of the letters with your embroidery software program, each style comes with a placement outline template design. Great for men's handkerchiefs, shirt cuffs - or for any fashion project that calls for a classic but discreet monogram.

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Royal - $49.95

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Inspired by the great typography designer J. M. Bergling (1866-1933) this fluid satin stitch nonogram style can be used with or without the brackets that complete the circular motif. Left, middle, and right versions of each letter are included, along with an additional placement template design.

A note about interlocking letters - a true interlocking three-letter monogram can only be achieved by custom digitizing. There are 17,576 possible combinations of three letters.The monogram pictured here is achieved by overlapping the letters. Where one letter passes over another, we suggest that some stitches be edited manually in your software to create the smoothest result.

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Tween - $49.95

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This monogram style has a charming young feminine quality - the curly 3 color border compliments the initials with their long curling tails. We have pictured two-letter monograms, but the initials can also be used individually, and enlarged within your embroidery resizing program if you prefer.

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