Instead of the cat face design on Sue Spargo’s pattern, I chose a simple treatment using the Open Buttonhole Filler Stitch surrounded by Cast on Bullion Knot. The Buttonhole filler was very effectively used to create a basket for the second circle in the posting here. And I like it by itself filling the whole circle. It looks rather frilly so I thought the Cast on Bullion Knot (one of my favorite stitches) would be a nice complement.
This perky design uses the Closed Fly Stitch with couching. Back Stitch surrounds the circle and creates the stem of the Closed Fly Stitch. The top edge is stitched in Italian Knotted Border Stitch with Bullion Knots nested inside. Woven Picot grows to the left and right of the stem and Colonial Knots fill in the background.
And here is another interpretation using the Closed Fly Stitch. It’s fun to see how versatile that stitch is. The very bold Colonial Knots are stitched with #3 Perle Cotton. The circle above used #8 Perle Cotton for the Colonial Knots.
This one makes me smile. A simple grid center dotted with Colonial Knots is surrounded by Woven Picots in alternating colors. What’s not to like?
Stay tuned. I’m closing in on the finish of row three.
Be strong. Be patient. Be kind.
Christy says
Such beautiful work. I love the colors.
Franki Kohler says
I do too. They are very calming.
Jean Jurgenson says
Each one is a jewel – a treasure! I look forward to each posting.
Jean
Deb says
These are so cool Franki.
Franki Kohler says
I’m glad you are enjoying them. They keep me on my toes.
Katherine says
I am really enjoying seeing this progress. I hope to see it in person this summer. John and I got our second jabs. We need a garden studio day together.
Franki Kohler says
I can’t wait for our sunny outdoor days at your home! We have lots of show and tell to share with each other and new work to get going as well.
vivian+helena says
looks amazing, looking forward to seeing the whole piece. Love the colors and texture.
Franki Kohler says
I like the colors too. Just enough brighter spots to keep things interesting. And great textures! I will probably share a couple interim photos so you can see some chunks of the work together. It will be a while before I’m done. I’ve just started the third row!