Friday 22 February 2019

Smalls SAL - February

Hi everyone,

Another day to link to Mary of Mary´s Threads for the February´s Smalls SAL.  If you would like to join this group or find out more about it, just click on my sidebar button.

I saw this pincushion design by Anna of Allysic years ago and knew that I would have to stitch it one day.  I´m always interested in embroidery patterns with speciality stitches.



So I had a go at embroidering lots of woven wheel stitch roses, long arm cross stitch rows and French knot buds.


Although I have been trying to keep away from my favourite pinks and greens, I couldn´t resist with this pattern and used DMC 936 and 3364 for the green parts and a mysterious variegated pink which long ago lost its number.


It only needed a small piece of backing fabric, that perfect piece which of course I couldn´t find in my stash and so I´m not very pleased with the chosen pink but do stubbornly refuse to buy more fabric until my stash is reduced.


I made some cording with the green floss and added a snap fastener and a couple of beads to decorate.


Each side was lightly stuffed leaving a space in the middle as that is where the little bag would stand and in that small space I placed a piece of cardboard.



I think I will keep this pincushion for myself.

Now a good idea to visit Mary and see what others have stitched this month.

Thank you for looking.
                                       Sheryl

26 comments:

  1. I am getting interested in doing hand embroidery, and I can't wait to try it. Your finish is so gorgeous and you did such a wonderful job. Congratulations!

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  2. What a very beautiful little project! It is so very sweet, I would keep it too! :) Thanks for joining the SAL!

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  3. I have to say THAT is GORGEOUS! If I had made that I would certainly keep it as well :D

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  4. Wow, this pincushion looks really great, through the roses it has a romantic charm. And I like the colors very well.
    A nice job.
    Have a nice weekend,
    Martina

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  5. This is such a clever design and finish, beautifully stitched and so very pretty in your chosen colours. I agree that you should keep it. :)

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  6. Wow, your new pincushion is wonderful. I like your stitching. The roses are so beautiful.
    Happy Weekend. Manuela

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  7. Beautiful pincushion ,you have so much talent .
    Enjoy your weekend .

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  8. What a gorgeous pincushion! Its beautiful. xx

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  9. OMG, that's beautiful! ☺️
    /Anna-Carin, Sweden

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  10. Such a cute pincushion/needlecase! It’s gorgeous Sheryl!
    Thank you for the link too, it’s going to be sooo hard to resist adding that to me list.
    Barbara xx

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  11. WOW what a beautiful pincushion Sheryl! Congrats on a magnificent finish.

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  12. This little handbag pincushion is very dainty and classy, Sheryl! The fabric perfectly matches the embroidery colours, it would have been a pity not to use it. The variegated pink thread adds to the natural looking roses! Congratulations!

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  13. Oh my goodness!! That is absolutely positively darling!!
    It suits the pink and greens and I think you should keep it.
    Just lovely!
    I know I've said this before, but I love coming and seeing your beauty. :-)

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  14. How do you do it, Sheryl?? Every time I visit your lovely place I am struck at the beauty you create. Love this little bag pin cushion. The embroidery is as always, exquisite. Your darling little bag is perfect. I too would have to keep this pretty if I had fashioned it. Oh....I love that pretty, pink floral fabric.

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  15. Such a cute little purse! I like how you couldn't resist your pinks and greens haha. :D I think the backing fabric goes very well with it.

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  16. Oh wow, this is adorable! I love the colours, you put it together beautifully.

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  17. What a stunning pincushion, Sheryl--I don't think I've ever seen one quite like it. The colors you used are so pretty together, too. As always a truly exquisite piece of handwork :) Hope you have a lovely week ♥

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  18. This is such a stunning stitched piece Sheryl. I love your choice of pink and green. It is perfect for this project. And the specialty stitches are fabulous. Love it!!! RJ@stitchingfriendsforever

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  19. Oh, that's cute! Also, a very clever way to construct a pincushion, well done.

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  20. Stunning pincushion! love the roses!

    Nice week,
    Evelyne

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