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Monday, 20 January 2014

Stitching Sundays 20 (really, it's Monday - oops!)

Yes, it's Monday again and I'm late with my Stitching Sunday post.  I have had a very productive stitching day and my embroidery is really taking shape now.
I have been adding lots of grasses all over the foreground and mid ground.  Initially, there was a bit of a line at the bottom of the first layer of grasses I sewed, unintentional, but there all the same, so I tried to alter the way the grasses overlapped across the different layers and am much happier with the effect now.
In the close up, you can see the way I am trying to overlap the grasses in order to have a more naturalistic look.
This is a section cut through, giving an idea of the background, mid ground and foreground working together.  I still have a little more to do, I think, but now the challenge will be to know when it is finished and stop...
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18 comments:

  1. Stins20 January 2014 at 07:05

    I didn't think it could get much prettier, but it did!
    It's soooo wonderful Ellie.... You can be very proud of yourself!
    Love from Mirjam.

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 10:49

      Thanks, Mirjam. It is the most complicated piece of embroidery I have ever attempted, but has come together without too much difficulty (just a bit of unpicking here and there when something didn't look right!)
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  2. Thomasina Tittlemouse20 January 2014 at 08:32

    Absolutely gorgeous embroidery Ellie - you are so talented! I love the way it almost looks as though one could walk into those grasses! E x

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 10:52

      Thanks, E. I have surprised myself with this piece as I didn't think I could do it (which is why it has taken 3 years to get round to it). I like the way it has evolved, with just some photos and a rough sketch to work from. I think this more 'organic' sort of embroidery is much more me than the 'copy a pattern' sort, much as I like looking at that type. Nearly finished now...
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  3. Hannapat20 January 2014 at 10:48

    Wow this looks fab Ellie, love love love what you are doing!! Sending you much love xoxo

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 10:54

      Thanks, Hannapat. It is really encouraging when people like your lovely self offer so much support. I am so pleased with how this piece is turning out - I really didn't think I could do it!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  4. Jenn M20 January 2014 at 11:53

    That's really beautiful! I had a peek at your blog and loved seeing the evolution of this piece. Thanks for commenting on my blog too:)

    Jenn @JennsCraftyWorld

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 13:29

      Thanks, Jenn. It has been a long time, but I am nearly there with this piece now. Everyone is really supportive which helps to keep the momentum going! You're welcome for the comment.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  5. Melanie20 January 2014 at 13:23

    It looks great. I love the colours and textures xxxx

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 13:31

      Thanks, Melanie. Usually, I like much brighter colours, but the colours were dictated by the original photo. The French knots have been brilliant for adding texture and when you stitch onto felt, the felt 'puffs up' around the stitch, adding more texture of its own. Nearly there now...
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  6. Unknown20 January 2014 at 15:42

    This is an amazing piece! I know I say that every week, but I just admire this work so much! Thank you as always for sharing...cxxx

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    1. Ellie Foster20 January 2014 at 18:56

      Thanks, Chrissie. For a piece with, I think, three stitches in it (split stitch, straight stitch, French knots), I am really pleased with the way it is looking. I honestly didn't think I could do this! Stitching Sundays has been such a help to keep me going!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  7. Anne20 January 2014 at 20:36

    Ellie, you had me confused for a moment there. Beautiful stitching even if it is Monday!

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    1. Ellie Foster21 January 2014 at 12:48

      Thanks, Anne. Sometimes the time just runs away with me, especially when I am enjoying something!
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  8. Ladybird Diaries21 January 2014 at 09:19

    Hi Ellie, your embroidery is really stunning, such beautiful work. I look forward to seeing more of your lovely stitching! Thank you for the lovely comment you left on my blog.
    Marianne x

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    1. Ellie Foster21 January 2014 at 12:50

      Thanks, Marianne. I am really enjoying being part of Stitching Sundays as it gives me that little push to get on with things (especially things I don't think I can do!) You're very welcome for the comment - everyone's support is another thing that helps to keep me going too.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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  9. Unknown21 January 2014 at 11:10

    Dear Ellie,

    Thank you for the warm comfort with the loss of my father. Mine had Alzheimer as well. So we are kind of soul mates.

    Brigitte

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    1. Ellie Foster21 January 2014 at 12:52

      Dear Brigitte
      Yes, we are kind of soul mates - we have shared the same kind of experience...my thoughts are with you.
      Best wishes
      Ellie

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