Celebrate your love of romantasy with 20 embroidery projects that turn everyone’s favorite tropes into magical, giftable, shelf trophies.

A Hoop of Threads & Longing brings the worlds of fantasy romance off the page and into the hoop with a charming array of romantasy-inspired embroidery projects. Designed for both devoted readers and eager makers, this enchanting book combines beginner-friendly instruction with imaginative motifs inspired by the tropes fans love most.

From celestial daggers and dragon sigils to fae bargains and cozy library scenes, each project captures a slice of romantasy magic. With customizable templates, step-by-step instructions, and QR-linked videos, you can feel confident as you bring your favorite stories to life in stitches.

Inside, you’ll find:

• 15 in-the-hoop patterns featuring dragons, daggers, fae bargains, star-crossed lovers, and more.
• 5 no-sew projects for embroidered bookmarks, book bag, needlebook, and e-reader sleeve.
• A comprehensive stitch guide introducing embroidery basics in a clear, visual format.
• Transfer methods and finishing techniques for professional results every time.
• Customizable templates ready to transfer to your fabric.
• QR codes linking to short video tutorials for extra guidance.
• Projects tailored for display as “shelf trophies”—perfect for reading nooks or gifts.

Blending craft and fandom, A Hoop of Threads & Longing invites you to experience one of the hottest trends in books in a whole new way. Whether you’re an embroiderer drawn to fantastical motifs or a romantasy reader ready to make your love of the genre tangible, this book offers an irresistible escape—one stitch at a time.