Auditioning laces and trims:
The lace angel would have to be dyed, probably lavender gown, pink face and hands, and gold for the wings and halo. That would fit the color scheme.
First layer of seam stitches almost done:
This seam is made with alternating composite stitches, Head of the Bull and Crown stitch. It's kind of a family thing. My angel has quite a collection of cows for only being a year old. So this seam is symbolic for our little princess and our obsession with cows. She isn't quite 14 months yet, but she can "moo" while pointing to a cow picture.
A few seams with new stitches learned from Sharon's Take a stitch Tuesday challenge:Knotted Cretan
Knotted Cable ChainThis is my first attempt at this stitch. It adds a wonderful texture, but it's beauty is somewhat lost here. I'm hoping to highlight it a bit more with accent stitches or beads to be added later.
Up and Down ButtonholeI attempted the feathered variation, but the angle isn't quite right. I think it looks more like a cretan variation.
1 comment:
I love the way this one is coming along, and seeing the laces you plan to use. Did you dye the heart? The lace with the knotted cable chain looks wonderful. I like that stitch for holding it down. Even if it's a little lost, it adds to the texture.
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