As I have neither pattern to follow nor experience in drawing and embroidering flowers, I thought it best to have a little practice on something other than my quilt! It was a good chance to see what works (stem stitch) and what doesn’t (french knots on top of satin stitch):
I also don’t like the stamens and pollen on the above almond blossom, so will probably just do a few tiny seed stitches to evoke the pollen. Sol likes it, but then he is a generous critic- everything ‘looks nice mummy.’
On to the actual banners now, which I’ve drawn out and started… gulp
Out of the mouth of babes Sash!So delicate and pretty.x
Sol is right. They are ridiculously good. x
Thank you- pictures of the banners to come!