I was very happy to hear today that Barbara had received her gift from me and that she really like it. You may remember in an earlier posting that Barbara was the very very kind friend that bought me the new BBD book and sent me it by way of a RAK. Well I wanted Barbara to have the first piece I stitched from the book, so I opted to stitch Rosemary pinkeep, though mine is stuffed with lavender and yes Barb it was from my garden LOL!!.
The whole piece including the backing fabric I tea-dyed after stitching but before I put it together. The perle round the edges was also put in the same tea-dye, this gave the fabrics and threads a much more muted colour, I stitched it on 28ct natural linen and used the recommended DMC colours.
This was a real sweety to stitch and finish and I have lots of others planned from the book to stitch and finish.
38 comments:
красота!
It's beautiful!
Su,
The first piece from the new BBD's book is so pretty. The tea dye has finished it off perfectly. It must smell absolutely heavenly. I really love its country simplicity. Barbara will be thrilled with her lovely gift.
Hugs Angela
PS Sorry if this appears twice I'm having a bit of trouble :>)
It's lovely Su, congratulations and Sail Away is looking gorgeous
Love it, and love the edging you did. I may have to steal that idea!
Beautiful and oh-so-creative! I can imagine Barbara adores it!
That is just beautiful!!
Your pillow is so pretty. And I love your progress on Sail Away.
Deb
I love your little pillow and your progress on Sail Away is looking wonderful.
Deb
It's just beautiful! I'll probably have to get that book...
This little pincushion is so beautiful - and shows me that I'll have to buy the new BD book. Thanks for inspiration, lol.
That is so pretty!
It looks lovely... I wonder if it could also be stuffed with real rosemary?
It's perfect! I love the subtle matte finish after dyeing.. Lovely gift
Just gorgeous, Su :)
Wow! It's beautiful!!!! :)
What a pretty project!
What a pretty project!
This is so beautiful
That's gorgeous Su - I am sure it smells gorgeous too!
Hi,
Your stitching is just beautiful. Love your photograph also.
Alma
I just received the book myself and love it. This is a very pretty pinkeep!
This is so pretty!!!!Love it!!!
This is very sweet and lovely! I have the same book and cannot wait to get started on some.
Such a sweet thank you! I'm sure Barbara loves it. :)
Oh Su! This is SO beautiful!!
I LOVE it! I should buy the book!!! lol
So beautiful and delicate...love it!!
Very nice! Congrats!
so cute:)
It's lovely, Su! Barbara must be thrilled.
A very peaceful design with such pleasant colors! Simple beauty.
Very pretty, lovely colours.
It is very very pretty. Lots of Love Patti xxx
What a lovely gift. It really is pretty. I have the book and want to stitch everything in it!
Margaret
What a lovely gift. It really is pretty. I have the book and want to stitch everything in it!
Margaret
It's really lovely, Su. I've got this book recently and it's wonderful to see some of the items stitched up on people's blogs. Beautiful work!
How lovely. I am sure she will think of you everytime she looks at and smells the great gift.
Take Care
Natasha
Oh, how sweet!!! I wish I could have seen a clearer picture of this book on the internet, then I would certainly have splurged on it as well. Gorgeous finish, as always, Su!
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