I've kinda got a bit obsessed with embroidery lately. I'm embelishing anything that doesn't move. lol! Think I need to seriously concentrate on improving my satinstitch as at the moment its a bit 'go with the flow' rather than planning before I start.
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| Regency reticule |
I've almost finished my reticule...although I may add some more decoration near the 'point' of the bag.
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| Lazy daisy and running stitch |
I've gone a bit lazy daisy crazy...flowers everywhere.
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| Bunch of roses |
And am having fun with french knots.
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| Too small |
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| Too big |
The 'chicken scratch' on gingham I am finding it trickier than I thought it would be. Can't seem to get the scale right. Plus I'm not sure if I should do all tyhe double cross stitches first them fill in or just do both stitches as I go along.
Anyways I got pleanty of scrap material to practice on...what next...hmmm...I think thosse cushions need decorating. Mawhahahahahah!
LOL! Love your bunch of roses...how about embroidered tea cosies, aprons, blouses...
ReplyDeleteI also have been looking around for an embroidery design, but haven't seen one that grabs my attention yet. (My satin stitch leaves a lot to be desired, as I cannot keep it straight!) Maybe a small design for a new reticule is where I should also begin...hmmmmmmm...
Well I was looking at some plain cardigans in the sales and contemplating decorating collar or pockets with embroidery.
ReplyDeleteAlso trying light silks on a dark background also appeals. To give a chinoiserie feel to it.
I have been drawing out my own designs as I found the ones online/in books a little twee. The design I used for the reticule was inspired by looking at lots of pics of reticules and taking the elements I liked.
I so wish I could do that!! I love embroided stuff but have no clue:(
ReplyDeleteITs easy really..just practice on scrap material with cheap thread.
ReplyDeleteI've been using this blog http://stitchschool.blogspot.com/ to learn. It takes you step by step through each stitch.