I finished my hat for Miss A.
The yarn is from Cable Tie Knits (4ply in Tangerine colourway).
The pattern is the Sledding and Snowballs hat from Lena Mathisson. I did the fold-over brim version. It was a good pattern, very easy to follow.
Tender Whispers from the Heart Progress
I have joined the Tender whispers from the Heart from Rebecca Devaney (Textile Tours of Paris). It combines literature (poetry), stitching, antique french linen and silk, how could I resist?
I was away when my parcel arrived, so I am a bit behind on January’s project.
The hoop is from the Samplers of Seduction box.
I have ordered more thread because I have heard from other students that one reel is not enough to do the full poem.
I am enjoying the process – writing on the fabric, etc. We used frixion markers so I hope it comes out.
Filed under Embroidery, Inspiration
A new toy!
I visited a dear friend who has a Silhouette Cameo and I was very envious – she makes beautiful journals.
Of course, I had to have one. I went with the Cricut Maker 3 because it seems to be the easiest to use. I also bought the Starter Kit.
My first project was floss drops (right image above), super easy to make and to make multiples.
I will be experimenting for a while. I am keen to see how the pens work and how it cuts fabric (I’ve ordered the rotary blade).
Finished Socks
I finished my Christmas Eve socks. I even wore them on holiday because I didn’t pack enough socks!
The yarn is Gingerbread from Circus Tonic Yarns. And the pattern is from Helen Stewart (and I think it is the Ambient sock pattern). I used my own sock recipe and used her pattern in the leg and foot.
Usual 2.25 mm knit pro zings.
Filed under Knitting, Sock Knitting, Yarn Stash
Holiday Purchases
I went on a holiday to Tasmania. And I always like to buy craft materials as souvenirs.
On my very first morning, I went for a run and came across the Salamanca Wool Shop, and I requested Tasmanian sock yarn – I bought the skein to the left from Wattlebird Yarn.
Next up I went to A Stitch in Time, where I bought the Sampler (exclusive to them) and the scissors. I have been wanting sharper scissors to make my pin stitches work better.
And then in Launceston, I went to Knit, Needles and Wool. This place was full of yarn and there was a group meeting at the back – it all was very welcoming. Once again, I looked for sock yarn from Tasmania, and found White Gum Wool – the one I have is 80% merino and 20% silk. I am very keen to start knitting with this one.
Filed under Canvas Work, Cross Stitch, Cross Stitch, Embroidery, Inspiration, Knitting, Purchases, Sock Knitting
Samplers of Seduction – The Language of Love
I preordered The Language of Love box from Textile Tours of Paris (Rebecca Devaney), and it arrived this week. It’s so beautiful (see above) I can’t wait to start the class.
I did the first Samplers of Seduction class, and really enjoyed the materials and Rebecca’s teaching style. I use the hoop and scissors from the box all of the time. Here’s the finished version.
I am also participating in the Whispers from the Heart course – I have nothing to show for that yet, still waiting for my parcel to arrive, but I have been thinking about poems and quotes, and of course I have bought two new books, Broderie – Audrey Demarre (beautiful, fabulous pictures and thick paper) and The Textile Reader – Jessica Hemmings.
Filed under Embroidery, Inspiration, Purchases
Home Sweet Home Update
I did the ironing today, so I took the opportunity to remove the hoop, iron this piece and photograph it.
It’s Home Sweet Home by Modern Folk Embroidery – the new pattern is a bit different to this.
I am working on 40 count linen using Au ver à soie 100.3.
I am enjoying planning my stitch path, so I don’t have runs of thread on the back and I don’t have to end threads all of the time.
I am being very monogamous, but I have joined to SALs; Jardin Privé and Clouds Factory. My supplies haven’t arrived yet – I ordered from JKs Cross Stitch Supplies. Once they arrive I will have to decided what to do.
Filed under Canvas Work, Cross Stitch, Cross Stitch, Embroidery, Inspiration
Treasure Box
I am a bit of a magpie, I like shiny things. I can never resist the Treasure Boxes from L’Uccello. They are beautifully presented (it’s like getting a present in the mail).
This is my third box and I really need to use them in a project.
Filed under Bedazzle, Embroidery, Inspiration, Purchases
Machine Embroidered Birthday Card
I have made another card. This design is from OESD.
Usual set-up:
- medium tear-away stabiliser.
- cartridge paper (210 gsm)
- sharp needle
- Robinson anton threads
I have a few birthdays coming up, so I will need to make more.
Filed under Cardstock, Digitizing, Embroidery, Machine Embroidery
Machine Embroidered Book Marks
I have been enjoying embroidering on paper. I have been using a thick water colour paper and medium weight cut-away stabiliser. I hoop the stabiliser and then float the paper (using a bit of basting spray).
I have covered the back with pretty paper.
This design is from Embroidery Library.
Filed under Embroidery, Machine Embroidery