I plan to work up a post tonight or tomorrow, a comparison and analysis of various silk threads that I picked up on my journeys. I have some no name brands, some Eterna and Splendor, some heavier crewel weights, and lots and lots of desire to play and experiment with them all!
Wrapping up the loose ends, (no strings attached ; ) Here are pics of the almoner's pouches I made from my first two motifs of the week. Handsewn, lined with linen, fingerloop braiding on the seams (thank you Miss Kit!) and tassles!
Love the twisted and outlined leaves on the rose.
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