Tuesday, 13 December 2016

Christmas Applique Hoop Art

Embroidery Hoop Tutorial 


In my blog post last week I shared the first of my projects from 'Creative Christmas', a lovely festive bookazine which is available in shops now.  My second design for them is this cute little woodland scene, featuring an adorable fox and robin dressing their tree ready for the holidays!




The design can be stitched up in just an evening and it makes a perfect first project if you've yet to try free motion / free hand machine embroidery.  However be warned that Kirsty Allsopp declared it's highly addictive and 'craft crack cocaine'!




The magazine includes full sized patterns and clear step by step colour photographs.  I used a frixion pen to mark the stitching lines (and then erased them with a warm iron) which makes precise sewing a doddle!





The hoop would look perfect hung on the wall of a child's bedroom or nursery and you could even change the colours of the bunting flags to perfectly coordinate with your own decor!

Merry Christmas xx
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7 comments:

  1. Mother of Reinvention13 December 2016 at 18:31

    Hi Josie, what a really beautiful design. It is so festive and sweet. Sending very best wishes. Xx

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  2. Ali14 December 2016 at 15:59

    Ooh this is lovely!! xxx hugs xxx

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  3. Sum of their Stories14 December 2016 at 18:20

    That is just so pretty, I love your designs. I've never tried this craft, but you have really tempted me several times over the years. Maybe 2017 I will pluck up the courage and have a go. Thanks for sharing at #HandmadeMonday

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  4. Creations By Cindy14 December 2016 at 19:35

    Awe...how sweet Josie! You make this look easy. BUT FOR ME IT WOULD BE A DISASTER! Hugs and blessings, Cindy

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  5. Josie14 December 2016 at 21:11

    I'm sure you would do it perfectly Cindy, everything you do is so gorgeous!

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  6. Granny's Button Box16 December 2016 at 21:16

    Josie just love this design, you are so clever. Hope you have a great Xmas. X

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  7. Muckibär und Schneckenkind 27 January 2017 at 15:19

    Oh Josie, this is so lovely! A Winterwonderland!
    Greetings from Germany
    Silke

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