November 2019

Couronne

Marion lead us through the steps for making a couronne - a knotted ring which can be used for embellishing embroidery.

We drew a small circle on muslin then long stitches on the compass points. Three layers of #8 perle cotton thread were run in the circle under the long stitches. Then buttonhole stitches were created the entire circumference of the ring.

A ring stick with graduated diameters can be used to make different sizes.

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 Sylvia brought in her Hazel Blomkamp embroidery piece with crewel, weaving, etc. on linen.

She also displayed a finished chipmunk thread painting designed by Tanya Berlin.

Sharon showed off her Shepherd's Bush piece which was framed with a custom hand-painted mat.

Marion again displayed her set of Christmas ornaments. They were a printed panel which she embellished with threads, wool felt and findings.They were finished with a fluffy chenille.

Marilyn showed off a wool felt appliqué wall hanging.

Marion also showed us a wool felt appliqué wall hanging with a mitten and sheep.

She also showed off a finished blackwork ornament that was embellished with beading.

Our next meeting will be potluck finger food. Members are reminded to bring plates, napkins, cutlery, a drinking vessel, and something to drink. Tea will be provided.