PieceWork · Article
| Type | Article |
|---|---|
| From | PieceWork |
| Author | Pat Olski |
| Published | July 23, 2025 |
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Delicate roses surrounded by greenery flourish in this charming embroidery that will harken summer all year long.
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I have chosen soft colors that remind me of summer flowers, and I have selected some textured stitches including bullion knots and colonial knots to give this piece added dimension. The sweet roses in a woven basket planter look so fresh, especially when framed by a hoop, that it is hard to believe the design is over one hundred years old. I am looking forward to hanging it right over my desk, next to the Spring Topiary Garden ornament.
White cotton fabric at least 8" × 8" (20 × 20 cm)
DMC Six-Strand Embroidery Floss, (100% mercerized cotton), 8.7 yd (8 m)/skein: 1 skein each of
Needles: embroidery/crewel sizes 7 and 8
Washable marker, pen, pencil, or Hera marker
Small sharp scissors
Embroidery Hoop measuring 4" (10.2 cm) round for working and finishing
Design size: 1 5/8" x 2 7/8" (4.12 x 7.3 cm)
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