I haven't done a lot of completely freestyle embroidery before, but I've always wanted to stitch a design on to a handkerchief, and this made the perfect Christmas present for a relative!
I based the design on my in-law's dog, Millie. The stitching took a lot longer than I expected it to though haha, but then it's not surprising given that the white fur alone is created from 5 or 6 different shades of thread! I love the result, but I might need some time before I do any more, certainly with this level of detail!
Wow, this is amazing! You are so talented :)
ReplyDeleteThank you Kara :)
DeleteHelen x
She is spectacular.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kirsty, and for hosting My Creative Space :)
DeleteHelen x
That is amazing! Did you draw the picture first then stitch over? or just stitch straight away! Looks great - I'm super impressed!
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Hope you are having a fabulous festive week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/
Thanks Jill! I initially sketched the image on to paper to get a feel for the size and proportions, and then sketched on to the hankie using the washable fabric pen I talk about here: http://creativechaosart.blogspot.co.uk/2012/08/tried-tested-tip-number-15-washable.html. You can see the the hankie with the pen drawing and early stitches here (I hope!) https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/154658_10151502992889017_2061929023_n.jpg
DeleteThanks! Helen x