Pattern: Macaroon Christmas Tree by Reiko Kato

Stitch a whimsical twist on the classic Christmas tree with Japanese designer Reiko Kato. Your embroidery skills will shine as you hang each sweet "macaroon" on the tree. Covered-button sets act as foundations for the felted-wool ornaments, while a fun variety of embroidery stitches makes each ornament unique. An eight-page booklet contains complete instructions for making the tree. Full-size pattern sheet also included.

Japanese quilt designer and master teacher Reiko Kato is well-known for her fun and whimsical modern twist on Sunbonnet Sue designs. Teaching since 2000, her students continue to learn from her emphasis on precision handwork. Many of her students' completed works are in regular exhibits that Ms. Kato coordinates. Her quilt shop, Mother's Dreams, is located in Naka-Kasai in Tokyo.