Love Embroidery

Seasonal splendour

MATERIALS

● Loose weave linen fabric: 50x50cm, white or off-white

● DMC Stranded Cotton: 1 skein each of 164 (light green), 469 (green), 922 (dark green), 523 (light mint green), 367 (dark mint green), 321 (red), 434 (brown), 3371 (dark brown), 900 (orange), 3371 (light pink), 3866 (off white), 3820 (yellow)

● Embroidery hoops: 10cm, 30cm diameter

● Pen, paper and masking tape

● Strong craft glue

●Basic embroidery kit

STITCHES USED

Backstitch, Cast-on Stitch, Fishbone Stitch, French Knot, Satin Stitch, Split Stitch, Straight Stitch

It’s a truth universally acknowledged that Christmas isn’t Christmas until the wreath comes out, and this clever double hoop design by Louisa Burtonshaw, is a real showstopper! Featuring a stunning ring of pinecones, poinsettias, holly, spruce and a modern favourite – eucalyptus – it’s an ode to all the gorgeous foliage

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