Hand Embroidery Samples 3 …. Straight Stitch

Straight stitch is a versatile stitch…. the more I experiment with the stitches on this course, the more I am seeing unlimited possibilities for their uses in my own work. The sample below is Straight Stitch on Irish Linen, using threads including imitation silk, DMC stranded embroidery thread, hand dyed linen, Sylko 50 weight sewing thread,  Tudor Twist, and King Tut 40 weight variegated quilting thread.

The following experimental piece was created on silk fabric with threads including Tudor Twist and hand dyed linen thread. I am enjoying sharing this work with you all. I hope I am inspiring you all to have a go and experiment!

 

 

Busy, Busy, Busy at the Show!

Last weekend I was busy, busy bee at the ICHF Trade Show. It’s a super place to find the latest products to the craft world and also meet lots of artists!

Tamara Melvin of the Great British Sewing Bee, was demonstrating some yummy goodies for Prym.
She was a delight to talk to and was wearing one of her own stunning creations. I explained that I was a bit scared of dressmaking. She was very supportive and encouraged me to have a go!
May Martin, a judge on the Great British Sewing Bee signed a copy of her book for me. Published by Search Press.
Kim Thittichai was demonstrating the latest products from Vilene – hot iron and foils very close by.
On the last day I met Sheena Douglass, a fantastic lady who happily shared her paper crafting skills and techniques with the crowd.

Hand Embroidery Samples 2 ….. Detached Chain Stitch

This is the latest of my latest Hand Embroidery samples – Detached Chain Stitch sewn onto Irish Linen, using threads including imitation silk, DMC stranded embroidery thread, hand dyed linen and waxed linen.

This experimental sample was stitched onto woven wool/tweed, using threads including wool, imitation silk and Tudor Twist. I am finding this stitching very therapeutic.  
Have a go yourself – no rules, just play!

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