Freestanding lace designs have been specially digitized for water-soluble stabilizer. After the stabilizer is removed, beautiful lace remains behind. When you download the 3D lace designs, you will find three files. One is the dragon's body and the other two files are the dragon's wings.

Freestanding lace is seen from both sides, so wind a bobbin with the same thread that you're using in the needle.

There are a couple of different kinds of water-soluble stabilizer. One is clear and plastic, and that brand is Sulky Ultra Solvy. The other is soft and fibrous, called Vilene. Both will work very well. Vilene is used in this demonstration. Use a size 11 or 75/11 sharp sewing needle. A sharp sewing needle has a smaller, finer point than an embroidery needle. That means it will make smaller holes in the stabilizer.

Hoop the stabilizer firmly. Make sure it is nice and tight with no wrinkles.

Use 40 weight rayon or polyester thread. You can also use 30 weight cotton or metallic thread for most freestanding lace designs. Embroider the dragon's body.

After embroidering, cut the excess stabilizer away.

The stabilizer's packaging should give instructions for removing the excess. For Vilene, soak the lace pieces for a few moments.

Air dry, then press using a pressing cloth.

To assemble the dragon, lay the body piece flat with the head facing to the right. Add fabric glue to the bottom flat edge of the wing and press it in place on the back at the base of the neck as shown. Allow the glue to dry

Flip the dragon over to the opposite side and add the second wing just as you did the first (align the wings together).

To create the hanger, thread craft string (or 1/8" wide ribbon) through the loops along the back of the dragon and tie the ribbon into a knot.

This majestic dragon is a terrific addition to any garden, home decor, or Christmas tree! The three-dimensional wings give it a stunning, almost life-like appearance.