By the time I was done with my original Dropcloth Sampler and my Kantha-stitched pillow, I was ready for more hand-stitching. Next up was the Red Stripe Sampler, another from Dropcloth. This one had alot of stitch patterns marked on it while still leaving plenty to one's own design. As with the original, I used #8 perle cotton, focusing on red, orange, and golds.
I mostly used stitches I already knew, but did try several new couching varieties, plus the new-to-me coral stitch. I ended with the edge-stitching I'd seen in the Stitch Club Journal about Kantha. It'll keep the edges nice and neat until I decide what to do with the finished sampler. It now measures 7 1/4" x 9 1/4", and I'm kinda sad it's done.
You have really been moving through hand work. Looks great and I'll be interested to see how you finish this and what you move on to doing next for more handwork.
ReplyDeleteThis sampler is lovely. I just love her samplers.
ReplyDeleteGreat hand stitching and finish!
ReplyDeleteLove the colors, textures.
Your sampler is a stunner and that texture looks absolutely divine!
ReplyDeleteit's really gorgeous. I checked out her etsy shop and she has some beautiful samplers! nicely done
ReplyDeleteI bought this sampler a few years ago and haven't started, guess it's time.
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