For January's block for the Quilt Block Swap Australia group, my partner, Melody, asked for any block featuring an owl, either pieced, stitched, printed etc. I decided to use this opportunity to try some embroidery... so...
after transforming this -
to this -
I came up with this -
I have to admit - I am in love. In fact, I am umming and ahhing about actually sending it away. Am I crazy? Maybe a little. So, Melody... if you don't like this then please feel free to send it back and I'll happily whip up another owl block for you. Seriously. Seriously. :)
The pattern itself is called Owl Love You and is available for free from Stitchy Britches. As you can see, I used a variety of thread colours to match in with the Delighted by Riley Blake border and, due to my lack of skills, the whole design is completed in back-stitch.
This project was really enjoyable so I am definitely keen to increase my repertoire. As such, I have signed up to Shiny Happy World's Embroidery 101 and am looking forward to receiving the weekly emails introducing me to new stitches. Wish me luck!
I'm off to the post office now to send this lovely away. I really hope you like it Melody.
E.
This week's TGIFF linky party can be found at What a Hoot! so jump on over to check out everyone's awesome finishes. AND... don't forget to come back here next Friday as it's my turn to host. Uh oh... I'd better get a-sewing. ;)
Hey there! What a gorgeous owl! I'd have a really hard time sending it off, too. Pretty amazing seeing the before-and-after shots of the threads. I just love seeing what everyone shares at TGIFF. :D
ReplyDeleteYou crack me up. Seriously! :) You did all that embroidery this week?! Wow that's awesome! That owl is adorable -- you won't be seeing that come back; I'm sure Melody's going to love it!
ReplyDeleteI bet that was fun sorting out all of your floss! I don't mind stuff like that. I just have to say that I love!! the owl. I love owls anyways but I think it's fantastic, you did a beautiful job! I'm going to have to check out the pattern.
ReplyDeleteWhoa. I thought that was MY embroidery thread bin for a minute. The organized photo is so happy with all the colors lined up like that. You may have just inspired me to organize mine. :) I can't do a lot of stitches either, and I think your back-stitching looks great. Very neat and tidy. That is one cool block. I'm sure Melody will be over the moon! xo
ReplyDeleteLOVE the owl block!!! I'm guessing it won't be sent back...
ReplyDeletethat's fantastic - gorgeous hooty owl and such pretty colours. your stitching is fabbo too - i'm with the majority - that one ain't coming back!
ReplyDeleteI don't know about your partner, but I'm pretty confident that she will not send this back to you! Gorgeous work! Did you draw the owl before you stitched it or is this all free handstitching?
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous block! I don't think that will be returned somehow!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an adorable - of course she'll be keeping it!
ReplyDeleteLook at you, Miss Embroidery! Fabulous block!
ReplyDeleteWOW! I think I will have to try this!
ReplyDeleteOoh, that's fab! Melody, grab it and run!
ReplyDeleteOMG that owl is gorgeous - I can't see Melody not liking it. I've never done embroidery (didn't think I'd have the patience for it), but after seeing your work I'm thinking of checking out the link for Embroidery 101. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteLove the owl block - I have that pattern saved but haven't got round to starting it...love how you've done it!
ReplyDeleteLove the owl, sure your partner will too! I have dabbled a bit with embroidery and like the sound of Embroidery 101 so will be checking that out next!
ReplyDeleteWow! That is a great organization of your floss. I don't embroider, but I do appreciate those that do. Yours is lovely!
ReplyDeleteJust BEAUTIFUL!! I can imagine how hard it'll be to part with it. Better start another one quick! lol :o)
ReplyDeletewow..absolutely gorgeous!! I think you will have to make another one..your partner will definitely love it so I do not think you will get it back. :)
ReplyDeleteYou Owl is gorgeous.. I haven't tried Embroidary yet, may have to now. Thanks for sharing..will be back this friday for TGIFF :) Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteLove this Erin!! Hope all is well in beautiful Perth(definitely miss it)...
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