Holly Berry Strawberry...

Brynwood Needleworks - Holly Berry Strawberry Design by Erica Michaels

 

I completed this commission on Sunday, and sent it on its way yesterday. My client requested that I fill it with lavender buds, so it smells heavenly. It was truly a pleasure to stitch this small design on 32 ct. linen, although I admit, I'm much more dependent on my lighted magnifier now than I used to be.

Today, I'm making two pieces for a client...one is a Corgi Clutch bag, and the other is a Kirby with dachshund fabric accents. I'm going to make two of those, so I have a second one to put in the shop. It's a cute design. 

I'll show you the completed pieces tomorrow. Then, I'll only have one more commission to complete before I get to this year's Grammie's Jammies. Off to the studio! The elves are calling!

Holly Berry Strawberry Ornament...

Finished Piece - Worked by D. Liljegren. Design by Erica Michaels Needleart Designs

 

I finished this sweet strawberry piece for a client. It's a lovely Christmas-themed ornament, stitched on 32 ct. "River Willow" linen from Lakeside Linens. The threads used were from Weeks Dye Works and DMC. I filled it with organic cotton (as requested), and finished the top with an organza ribbon and vintage buttons. It's approximately the same size as the strawberries I create, so it fills the palm of my hand. It's on its way to a new home today. 

Working on this piece was great fun, but it reminded me that my eyes aren't what they used to be. I pulled out a Dazor magnifier lamp like the ones I used to sell at Stitches. It sure came in handy!

I have two new orders that I'll start today. Busy hands are happy hands, and mine couldn't be happier!