I've always loved freestyle machine embroidery and use my trusty 'vintage' Bernina exclusively for painting pictures with stitches. Once the picture is complete I use my 'modern' Elna to construct the item. Using two machines in this way means no time is wasted changing settings, lowering and raising feed-dogs etc.
This little elephant was inspired by a tiny button I have in my stash! The tail is made from twisted yarn.
I always love using this toadstool fabric and having been searching for a little someone to put with it.
One evening, whilst I was doodling, this little gnome popped up. Of course he insisted on catching a goldfish in the garden pond!
Although I love the toadstool fabric, I love Liberty Lawn even more and usually return to my cheerful little dolly girls when using it as they always pose obligingly. This one as you can see is gathering flowers.
And here is another little cutie. These small pouches are just large enough to hold a few essentials such as phone, keys, credit card etc.
Nineteen different Liberty Lawn florals have been used for this needle case.
Most of the fabric contains red or dark pink (including dolly girl's dress).
The contrasting lining is covered with tiny blue flowers.
I have more stitching to complete today and one or two more pieces to pop into the shop. I've named the shop Flutterby Stitch.
I hope you are all having an enjoyable weekend wherever you are and whatever you are doing.
Until next time x