We have 2 details this morning so if anyone does not like one they can use the other. On the left hand side there is a band of stitching which is made up of Fly Stitches worked very close together turning the stitch into plaited fly stitch. I then simply …
For clearly photographed illustrated, no nonsense, step by step instructions on how to use freezer paper in order to appliqué small shaped pieces of fabric to a foundation these directions will meet your needs. The technique is used in quilting but is ideal for use on journal quilts and fabric …
Day 14 of 100 details in 100 days is a simple way to use ribbon and beads on a block. As you can see a ribbon was first fixed to the block and then a bead trail was added to give the area more zest. This is the project the …
The weather is cold here in OZ. I found this collection of knitting patterns online. The site has all sorts of goodies but my surprise was to see these leg warmers . Please don’t tell me they are back in fashion!
Day 13 of 100 details in 100 days is a way I embellish lace. I simply pick out a small detail and line with seed beads. I like the change in texture between the glass beads and the lace. This particular lace is trimmed with a small bobbles which I …
This freebie design from the Kreinik website for a Black Magic Butterfly could be easily included on a crazy quilt block by using waste canvas or as part of needlework sampler. Check it out its nicer than the run of the mill freebies.
The Detail for day 12 comes from the 8 inch crazy quilt block I have just finished. This seam embellishment consists of an arrangement of straight stitch worked in rayon ribbon and DMC pearl 8 thread. These were then topped with a row of Oyster stitch worked in DMC 8 …
