Tips & Inspiration

Red double-decker buses, the clock on the Thames, a quiet mews street with flower boxes — London has an atmosphere that lends itself perfectly to embroidery. And almost always, the same landmark stands in the middle of that picture: Big Ben. In this article, you can read how to embroider London, which kits are available, and for whom it makes a nice gift.

Table of Contents

• Why embroider London?
• Which London kit suits you?
• Large cityscape or mini motif?
• Sizes and material
• London as a gift
• Frequently asked questions

Why embroider London?

London is a rewarding embroidery subject because it has so many recognizable elements: the gothic towers of Westminster, the clock face of Big Ben, the red of a double-decker bus or telephone booth. These contrasts — grey stone, red accents, a blue sky — immediately give an embroidery piece character.

For many people, London is also a city with a story: a city trip, a year of study, a time when they lived there. More city motifs can be found in embroidering monuments and world cities.

Which London kit suits you?

We have two London designs, each with its own atmosphere:

• Big Ben & Westminster — the iconic clock tower and the Houses of Parliament on the Thames, with a red double-decker bus. The classic London postcard image.
• London Mews near Big Ben — an atmospheric side street with elegant cream-colored terraced houses and Big Ben at the end of the street. More intimate and homely.

Both belong to Monuments & World Places and Cities & Streets.

Large cityscape or mini motif?

• The large kit is a full cityscape with lots of detail and a real eye-catching size. Expect several evenings to weeks of work — see how long does cross-stitching take?
• The mini version is included in the World Cities mini bundle: Big Ben as a small design, along with the Eiffel Tower, the Colosseum, and the Statue of Liberty. Quick to finish and immediately ready to hang in a mini embroidery hoop. See our guide to mini cross stitch.

Sizes and material

The large London kits are available in multiple sizes, from 20×30 cm (from €29.95) to 50×70 cm. They are pre-printed canvases: the design is already on the fabric, so no counting is necessary. Read more in pre-printed embroidery kit (no-count cross stitch). Thread, needle, and instructions are included in the kit.

London as a gift

An embroidered London is a great fit for:

• Lovers of British culture — from the royals to English tea.
• Someone who has lived or studied there — a tangible reminder of that time.
• Travelers — as a souvenir of a city trip. See also embroidering travels and the collection Travel & Adventure.

Adding a date or name makes it extra personal — see personalizing an embroidery kit.

Get started with London

👉 The classic view: Big Ben & Westminster.
👉 Quick and small: the World Cities mini-bundle.
👉 More cities: check out Cities & Streets.

Frequently asked questions

Which London embroidery kit is available?

There are two designs: Big Ben & Westminster on the Thames with a red double-decker bus, and an atmospheric London Mews street with Big Ben at the end. Additionally, Big Ben is available as a small motif in the World Cities mini-bundle.

Is Big Ben suitable for beginners to embroider?

The small Big Ben motif from the mini-bundle is very suitable for beginners. The large cityscapes have more detail, but are pre-printed, so you simply follow the colors on the fabric.

In what sizes can you embroider London?

The large London kits are available in multiple sizes, from 20×30 cm to 50×70 cm. The mini-version is small and fits in a mini embroidery hoop.

Is an embroidered Big Ben a good gift?

Yes, especially for lovers of London, British culture, or someone who has lived, studied, or traveled there. It is a recognizable and personal memento.

Can I have my own photo of London embroidered?

Yes. You can have an embroidery kit made from your own London photo using our Custom photo option.