In this small project, we used 10 different stitches
Stem stitch, French knot, split back stitch, fishbone stitch, satin stitch, long and short stitch, blanket stitch, ribbed spider web stitch, lazy daisy stitch, Turkey work.
Never forget that to obtain a beautiful satin or long and short stitch, it is mandatory to surround each pattern with a split back stitch!
The stems are embroidered in stem stitch with 2 threads.
The leaves are embroidered in satin stitch with 1 thread.
The petals of the columbines are embroidered in blanket stitch with 1 thread. For the centers, first, embroider a ribbed spider web with 1 thread (the weft is made with 2 threads) and then surround it with French knots 2 threads 1 wrap. Finish with another knot in the center of the spider.
The ears and tail are embroidered in Turkey work with 3 threads.
The main stem is embroidered with stem stitch, the other 2 stems with a straight stitch and the 2 small leaves with lazy daisy stitch, all with 2 threads.The flowers are embroidered in French knots with 2 threads and 2 wraps.
The leaves on the ground are embroidered in satin stitch with1 thread. As always do not forget to mark them with a split backstitch before you start to fill them.
The wings are embroidered in satin stitch with 1 thread (without forgetting the split backstitch, but I think I repeat myself).
The body is embroidered in the Turkish work with 3 threads.
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