This is a little cloth basket
that she can use for whatever
strikes her fancy.
And now, for the
same, but different part of
this post..
This is a seam treatment I used on the 'secret' project I'm working on. I thought I would break it down for you so you can see how I did it.
First I worked a row of cross stitches which I topped (and bottomed) with rows of back stitch - both worked in embroidery floss. I finished that off with two rows of fly stitches worked in metallic thread.
Hopefully this little diagram will help you to see what I did.
Now, the question arises - would you like me to continue with this and do a little series of seam treatments with the instructions to make them? Or are you beyond bored with my embroidery? Stand up and vote and we'll see what happens!
And, just for fun....
A bird-shaped ice cube in Jack's iced tea!
Finally, your quote for today is from Rumi... "Yesterday I was clever, so I wanted to change the world. Today I am wise, so I am changing myself"
I LOVE the little cloth basket! And I was just saying I ought to dust off my Featherweight (may need more than dusting at this point, actually) and sew some project bags to use the pieces of fabric I've got stashed in a drawer. You inspirational sewing people really get me thinking!
ReplyDeleteThe basket is so cute... It's a perfect gift, and will no doubt be handy for so many things.
ReplyDeleteI love your seam treatment, and as you say you've been posting them for a bit I need to hurry and catch up with your blog! And yes please, post more!
Cute cloth basket! And your seam treatment is interesting. I'd love to see more, if you have the time.
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I love the idea of seam treatments. I am always looking at seam treatments as most of the handwork I do is for CQ's. Right now I am working on a piece with quite large patches, so a treament like this which can be quite wide is perfect.
ReplyDeleteI think I may have to make a couple of those basket bags, they are ideal storage containers for ANY room in the house, and they make great presents too.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the plug on the Freeform Fiberart Guild Show. Much appreciated.
Yes, I would like to follow your 'seam treatment' articles. Can never have enough ideas and inspiration for seam treatments.
Hi MA, Your little basket is adorable and while I haven't been here in awhile, so I can't be tired of seam treatments, I thought this one was really interesting. It's always fascinating to see combinations of stitches and what can be created.
ReplyDeleteThat basket looks useful. Your seam treatment reminds me of lace.
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Such a cute basket! Bet she loves it. Love the quote. Very interesting to see your seam stitches.
ReplyDeleteHi Mary Anne, I'm always late these days! I love your little basket, the thimble fabric is really cute; I, too, have some tape measure fabric but I don't think I've used any of it yet! I'm always interested to read about your seam treatments, and one day they will be my "go to" pattern for a particular project.
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My days are getting away from me and I am late to this post. I love fabric baskets and this one is wonderful. Great quote. I am thrilled that you are going to share your seam treatments with us. Love this one.
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