Before I packed away the applique paper that I'd recently ordered from Patchwork Chicks, I thought I'd do some more applique before I got out my sewing machine for a bigger project! This is another kit designed by Lynette Anderson - "Christmas Night" - and again, the kit contained everything I needed - background fabric, ribbon, embroidery thread, scraps of fabric for the applique, and even the hand painted buttons that are used to embellish this picture once the stitchery and applique are completed. Once the design had been traced onto the background fabric I was ready to start. The frame was also bought from Lynette... ...once again, some wadding is added between the stitchery and the backing board, which ensures a snug fit and pads it out a little bit too. Buying the frame at the same time as the kit was a brilliant idea, as it meant I could get the whole project completed without it going in my "to-finish-later" box. This one will be used to decorate my lounge at a more seasonal time. It did seem a bit strange sewing Christmas project in the summer!
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Susan Richardson
16/1/2016 03:13:37 am
I love this design. I too am a big fan of Lynette's designs and love the applique rods, they are a must for applique - easy to use and great results.
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Nicola
17/1/2016 09:29:05 am
Hi Susan - I currently use YLI silk thread for this method of applique, in neutral shades to match the background fabric.I have recently bought a set of "Superbobs" which are pre-wound bobbins filled with Bottom Line Thread, which is a 60wt lint free polyester, which I shall use for hand applique instead of the silk.
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