I found the perfect pattern on Sweet Pea Machine Embroidery, Ocean Scene hanger/runner.
As I am working on filling a space on my wall with miniature quilts I decided to work on the smallest size 5x7 hoop. There are five panels to sew out using the appliqué method before stitching the fancy stitches... all this is done in the hoop. Luckily I have lots of blue fabric in my stash and it was fun choosing the colours. When all five panels are sewn out 75170 !!! Stitches in total, it is a small job to sew them together on my ordinary machine, and I am getting better at using my left foot on the pedal.
The first hooping panel, four more to go.
Next to the pond I can dream it is the beach and the waves are pounding on the shore.
Like most of us I have been feeling a bit down with day 74 of staying home and no end in sight, so a change of craft is a good tonic.
I really enjoyed sewing this design and may do another. I am thinking it would look good with a golden sunset, what do you think?
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2 comments:
They are looking good love the colours of the coast, we are lucky & live near the sea in North Essex just a short drive away. Have never tried Machine Embroidery, my Sister has done it, only got a basic machine. Gone back to X stitch as can sit outside & sew in a good light & a change from knitting & crocheting keep well
Thank you Vera for your comment, I started with a small hoop machine but soon progressed to a large hoop machine that I love.
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