I purchased a somewhat generic pillow case with a printed picture on it and decided to embellish it as a birthday gift for my sister. Seeing as i have no artistic talent regarding drawing this is an approach i have used before. I think it turned out really well and i hope that she loves it! I used the satin stitch mainly but also a few others to make a little texture. This is the first time i have used the blended thread and i really liked the effect. I hate to admit that it took me a month to do this, but between school, work, and attempting to have some semblance of a life i guess that's what happens. Anyway, i took some pics along the way to capture the process so here we go! hope she loves it (cause i sorta wanted to keep it ;)
Hi! I'm Carolyn,
I'm a transplant to Florida, although it's always been home in my heart. It's sort of ironic that here in FL. i've picked up loom knitting. I obsessively drill out scarves, hats, shrugs, and half finished afghans. i recently picked up embroidery which i think i may love even more.
I work as a nanny, volunteer with Hospice, and i'm going to school to get my M.A. in counseling.
Other than working with my yarn and thread i love the beach, collecting sea shells, and cooking.
I would say that needle point is my escape, it's sort of a moving meditation. Inspiration is everywhere, and the best part is; when you mess up you can take it all apart and start right over again.
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