11 January 2014

First finish of 2014, sort of!

I have finished the embroidery on my crewelwork Robin, but not the whole project. I am planning to turn this into a cushion, but I still need to buy the fabric I need to make it up.
I had great fun stitching this kit, I love the stripy satin stitched legs...
The split stitch and seed stitch filled tummy...
The silk shaded wing...
The trellis and satin stitch chest...
I had a bit of trouble with the chest, this is the first time I have stitched a trellis and I had trouble spacing the lines evenly, I think maybe its a stitch that will get better with practice. Overall I am really happy with the way he turned out. The kit is by Nicola Jarvis and came with full instructions, the design printed onto twill and full skeins of Appleton's crewel wool, so I have plenty of leftovers. Isn't he a fun design?



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  1. Every Stitch11/1/14 09:55

    It's wonderful! I think you have done a great job of his little red chest - love it.
    Hilda

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  2. FabricandFlowers11/1/14 14:31

    Absolutely gorgeous.

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  3. Margaret11/1/14 14:43

    A beautiful, beautiful finish! Love it!

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  4. Elizabeth Braun11/1/14 15:15

    Well done! Those wings sure qualify as needlepainted too!

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  5. llknbillburg11/1/14 16:58

    A beautiful finish! Laura

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  6. Helen 11/1/14 21:06

    Beautiful work well done !!

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  7. Carole~Quilter on the hill12/1/14 07:29

    Just beautiful, you incredibly talented Elaine!

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  8. Karens Quilts, Crows and Cardinals12/1/14 13:23

    Beautiful Elaine. I want to do this in fabric! Love it!

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  9. Peg15/1/14 12:52

    Wow! you're one very talented lady.
    Peg x

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  10. sophie15/1/14 16:53

    Gorgeous!

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  11. Cindy15/1/14 19:27

    Gorgeous!!!!!

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  12. LA Paylor16/1/14 04:52

    Very interesting choices. I love the bright red contrasting with the black and gray on that background. So textural.
    Lee Anna Paylor
    lapaylor.blogspot.com

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  13. Carla A Few Of My Favorite Things18/1/14 02:26

    Wow! Your so talented!

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  14. Glenda18/1/14 03:53

    Oh Elaine how lovely to see him finished , he is absolutely delightful. He needs to be framed after all that work not sat on LOL> Your workmanship is a delight to follow, I have learnt so much from your generous photo's. Cheers Glenda Australia.

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