This week I've had time to try something new-
thread sketching or free motion sewing.
thread sketching or free motion sewing.
Since I found this great 'drawing with your sewing machine' tutorial,
I made some brooches with an old woolen blanket
and some wool felt that I had.
and some wool felt that I had.
This white flower, with a vintage button is my favourite.
I also made this one as a thank you gift.
And this little bird, layered with some red felt to
give a hint of colour on the side.
It was much easier than I thought and now I've started
I can see I will be doing more.
Hi, well done, these are great, I especially like the wee birdie! I'm off to checkout the tutorial as thread stitching is something I've got on my "to do" list! S:)
ReplyDeleteoh they are lovely. the flower with the orange leaves is my fave. i'd love to try this too, thanks for the tip re a tutorial x
ReplyDeleteLove your brooches and sweet little birdy.
ReplyDeleteFME is such an easy but effective technique.
Once you've got the hang of it the options are endless.....have fun.
CLaire :}
what a great idea, i think i might have to give this one a go, i did try some free hand sewing once i wasn't really very good at it might have to do some more practice
ReplyDeleteThese brooches look great! I think you've inspired me to go out and get a quilting foot for my sewing machine. :)
ReplyDeleteOh well done, they look fabulous!! I love them all!
ReplyDeleteOh my how beautiful!!!!
ReplyDeleteOh good on you. I have wanted to try Jennies thread sketching, but been too scared to. Your brooches are all gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI've been meaning to practise this - I love the little bird. He looks like a robin
ReplyDeleteSo lovely! You are very clever Cait! xx
ReplyDeleteYour flowers are lovely. But do you need a special sewing machine. Am going to tutorial to find out.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing I have been admiring this talent for a while and have been to scared to have a go...I will be onto it now though. ...You have made beautiful use of your new skills. xx
ReplyDeleteYour little bird is too cute! I love discovering new 'techniques' :)
ReplyDeleteThese are so lovely! I've always loved the look of free embroidery, I'm going to have to have a look at the tutorial you've linked to and see if I can teach myself this weekend! Lovely blog by the way, very sweet =)
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