I recently won a fistfull of threads from
Laura Wasilowski at Artfabrik. I had plans in the works for my Valentines cards and her threads were just the crowning touch!
These are done by drawing the hearts and background colors onto fabric with the Ink-tense pencils. A wash with water and a medium width brush to blend and set the inks. The hearts are embroidered with a varity of embroidery stitches and lots of french knots for a really textured finish. I have one more to make. That one is for my Husband. Valentines day will be our anniversary.
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These valentines are beautiful (as are the leaves below). I appreciate the reminder -- time to go and buy cards for my daughter to give out.
Very pretty and love all those French Knots! Happy Anniversary.
These are wonderful - love the colors and the stitching. As you know I'm a great fan of French knots!
Never mastered a french knot! These are beautiful!
Karen, I love your Valentines and your leaves are so lovely. I so connect with the way you blend your colors on the fabrics and your stitching is always so perfect.
I realize that I don't comment as often as I should, mostly because I don't do quilting myself, but I always check your blog and I always like what I see.
Thank you for your kind words on mine.
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