I'm writing a quick post to update the bit of progress on the poinsettia as I'm leaving tomorrow for a few days to visit family.
Over the weekend I added small borders and half square triangles. This morning, I started to add some green stitching on the leaves and ran out of bobbin thread. Don't you hate that? Of course I'm never organized enough to have more ready!
I really wanted to add some metallic sparkle using a red/silver metallic thread. I tried a couple of needles. The metallic needle shredded the thread, so I switched to an embroidery needle. I thought of adding a few drops of Sew Smooth to the needle and the thread which seemed to work.
I tried every angle and various lighting to pick up the sparkle with little results.
I can't decide if this will be a table topper or a Christmas pillow cover. It measures 19" square.
Have a great week!
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3 comments:
It's stunning. I also love that you set it on point.
very classy!
That is beautiful. My sewing machine really dislikes metallic thread. -- it always shreds. I am going to try what you suggested. do you match the bobbin thread Color to your top thread
Thanks. Keep up the good work. I really enjoy your blog.
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