Monogram Styles Used:

• Rectangle Monogram Set 1
• Art Deco Monogram Set 11

Monogram: ARS

We were thinking about the simplicity of Rectangle Monogram Set 1, but for this project we wanted something horizontal, not vertical.

To begin, the border design was rotated 90 degrees. The center (last name) initial S from the same style was fine, but a bit too large, so it was shrunk a bit so that it would fit comfortably within the border. From there it was a matter of choosing a compatible style for the other two initials - A and R. After some trial and error we settled on Art Deco Monogram Set 11- equally simple, but with curved elements. These also were too large so they were reduced to be smaller than the S.

The overall size is 2 3/8" (61mm) tall by 5 5/8" (143mm) wide.

How we made these monograms

Embroidery software programs make it easy to delete elements, copy and paste elements from other designs, resize different aspects, and merge elements together into one new design. Each program is a bit different in how the Edit functions are managed. Once you have learned to use yours, creating new monograms from other monogram parts is creative and fun. Experiment with different arrangements and colors.