Quaker Hornbook by With My Needle
stitched 1-over-1 on 32-ct linen
I also started our February project "Garden of Love" but haven't gotten much done yet to take a photo. One word of caution for those of you using the charted Belle Soie silks. The raspberry thread is a really vibrant color. I noticed a little bit of pink on the linen threads surrounding where I was stitching. I decided to soak the Raspberry thread for a few minutes in cold water in case it needed more rinsing of the dye. Only a very tiny bit of pink came out in the water, so it could be just the friction of pulling the thread through the linen. (I'm using 40-ct). I would just take extra care with your counting when stitching with it - if you have to frog a lot you might see some light pink coloration on your fabric where your stitches were.
LOVE it!! I am contemplating a project over 1 on 32ct fabby and am now inspired to give it a try. Congrats on your finish!
ReplyDeleteYour finish is beautiful!! :) I noticed that with the Raspberry thread too. I had a pink tinge on my fingers while I was stitching with it. :(
ReplyDeleteJeanne, your hornbook looks excellent! I am really determined to get mine done as well but first I need to finish a few ornaments. looking forward to seeing your garden of live.
ReplyDeleteYour hornbook is truly divine!!! I am sighing as I admire it!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the stitching tips!!!!