Inspirations Issue 106 - The Art of Stitch
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Description
In this issue we showcase an exciting, world-first introduction to Chinese Random Stitch Embroidery by international teacher Margaret Lee, who has used these techniques to work a stunning, realistic pomegranate in vibrant shades of red.
We also feature figurative stumpwork for the first time with a dashing Robin Hood holding a bow and arrow by Kay Dennis.
Continue your stitching adventures with a flamboyant threadpainted hummingbird, exquisite whitework in Hardanger and Schwalm, beautiful crewel and surface embroidery worked on a linen tote or drawstring bag and delightful, dimensional woodland-themed sewing accessories.
Featured Projects
'Inspirations Issue 106' features the following projects:
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Pomegranate by Margaret LeeDiscover the amazing potential of Random Stitch Embroidery with this exquisite embroidered study
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Pane Di Casa by Elisabetta SforzaItalian linen bread bag adorned with poppies, cornflowers and wheat in surface embroidery
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Coquette by Renette KummOrnate hummingbird depicted in threadpainting
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Delicate Stitches by Di KirchnerHardanger embroidery worked on fine linen
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Robin Hood by Kay Dennis & Michael DennisFabulous figurative stumpwork featuring Robin Hood beneath a shady tree
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Field of Flowers by Deborah LoveWhitework mat with flowers worked using a compelling variety of traditional Schwalm fillings
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Into the Forest by Ana MallahWoodland themed felt sewing accessories charmingly embellished with raised and surface embroidery
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Dawn Chorus by Anna ScottHandy tote showcasing a pretty songbird in engrossing crewel embroidery