Monday, June 11, 2012

More handwork

Since I head home tomorrow I don't want to start anything new today so I worked on some UFO handwork. The Sue Spargo BOM block is ready for embellishment and I worked on the embroidery on the appliqué block from Sandra Leichner's book. I was astonished at how the embroidery changed the look of this block. I haven't decided if I want to add the veins in the leaves. What do you think? Does it look finished or does it need embroidered veins.
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11 comments:

  1. DoloresJune 11, 2012 at 4:36 PM

    The way you have cut the leaves from that wonderful fabric - I don't think it needs embroidery. That would only detract from the look of it.
    Wonderful work!

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  2. BrandieJune 11, 2012 at 6:21 PM

    I agree, the fabric is already showing lines. And what about quilting them in later?

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  3. CheriJune 11, 2012 at 6:46 PM

    The fussy cutting of the leaves already looks special, I would probably stop. Very pretty blocks.

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  4. antique quilterJune 11, 2012 at 7:52 PM

    beautiful, looks finished to me!
    Kathie

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  5. sunnyJune 11, 2012 at 8:13 PM

    I agree - with the beauty and detail of the flower, I don't think the leaves need anything else.

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  6. KarenJune 12, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    The bird looks almost real.

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  7. BarbJune 12, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    your handwork is amazing

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  8. AnonymousJune 13, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    I like the leaves as they are, no veins needed. BEAUTIFUL stitching and beautiful block.

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  9. RachaeldaisyJune 14, 2012 at 6:41 AM

    That bird is so life like! I love your Sue Spargo blocks! Are they a combination of wool and cotton fabric?

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  10. Carrie P.June 14, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    I think the bird block is finished. Stunning!

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  11. CardygirlJuly 6, 2012 at 2:29 AM

    Such beautiful work!

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