I am for practical needlework. It's sad to create a masterpiece, and then hide it in the depths of the cabinet. What is the point of way to level your work and skill.
At the same time, you need to understand and take that needlework should be practical, you should not embroider the picture for the time that I just liked the scheme. Although, maybe sometimes it is necessary, as an employment and the development of patience and attempts to find the internal balance. But, nevertheless, it is better to look for practical use for embroidery.
You can embroider and sew a cosmetic bag, a glacial cover for books:
Or make a panel organizer for trifles in the kitchen or in the bathroom:
Sew cover for iron, sewing machine and decorate it with embroidery, applique:
Smash different sheets for small things (Scissors, for needlework, mobile phones) and give someone as a souvenir. Such a present will be nice to many.
Finally, Sew for yourself and baby clothes decorated with embroidery
Create an interesting lamp in mixed technique
Easy furniture covers: