100 details for 100 days Day 71

The seam embellishment for 100 details for 100 days Day 71 starts off with a row of Herringbone stitches. These stitches are worked in a hand dyed thread that is the same thickness as DMC pearl #5. The next row of Chevron stitch is worked over the Herringbone stitches. I …

A Denim Bag from a long time ago

I recently came across this embellished denim bag and thought I would share the story. In my late teens and early 20’s I went backpacking. While traveling I always carried some embroidery floss and a basic sewing kit. I had two pairs of jeans one I was wearing and one …