The latest Snowflake Sampler block-of-the-month assignment consisted of two 11" blocks, a coffee mug and a small star. The weaving on the mug felt different than what we'd done before, and I really really enjoyed it.
Actually, both blocks felt like they had a triple layer of stitching. The first had the basic star stitches, the 'X' weaving, and then the flowers. Then the star had star stitches - in both white perle and variegated floss - and then straight stitches before the 'circle' weaving.
In case you missed my previous blocks, here they are!
X and O Star + Tiny Snowflakes + Lacy Flowers
When doing the handwork, do you start with the block the exact needed size or do you make them a bit large and then trim them down after finishing?
ReplyDeleteGreat hand stitching! The gingham with embroidery is so classic.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad you're still enjoying this. I love seeing your new blocks periodically and following along with the stitches you are learning.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!I'm wondering how you keep your tension so even- I bet mine would be puckered!
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