You might remember when you first saw this here I wasn't happy, I really didn't like it. It was the cross stitch button card I was unhappy with and in truth I still don't much like that particular embellishment but I decided to stick with the piece because as I am always saying in my classes it's important to 'see the bigger picture''. By that I mean an initial unhappiness with a piece doesn't mean that piece can't be turned around, can't be extended and added to until you get to the point where you actually like it, are happy with how it turned out. That is definitely what has happened here. I am more than happy with this piece now and realise I need to take my own advice a little more.
Edges have been bound, lace has been added along with a scrap of vintage nightgown secured with beaded bullion knots and a header of pink gingham has been secured with simple running stitch. It sounds so simple when you see it in black and white.....my initial angst was completely unnecessary.
This will be mounted in my cloth book along with other little samples which are lying around here.
Embroidery School 2018 began on Monday just gone. We are creating a ledger of hand embroidery stitches. It's not too late to join us. You can read more here.
Artist books are being created on our 12 month subscription blog too. That programme runs through to September this year...months and months of book related play. It's never too late .....you can read more here.