Originally, this font is made for calligraphy and not for embroidery.
In this post, my intention is to embroider different letters of different sizes and using various stitches.
Here are 4 letters of 2, 4, 6 and 8 cm.
In carrying out this exercise, I have concluded that to keep the graphic style, loose and elegant of the character there is a limit in size that should not be exceeded at the risk of completely losing the spirit of the project.
All of these letters can be downloaded HERE
2 cm
The letter is made in the original size of the font and fully embroidered with stem stitch 1 thread.
We can imagine using it to discreetly mark linen or to sign a finished work.
4 cm
The second, although larger, still fully preserves the graphic spirit of the letter.
It is embroidered with stem stitch and Palestrina, all with 2 threads.
I think I would use it to personalize small items or even napkins.
6 CM
With this size, in my opinion, we reach the limit to stay in the spirit of the exercise.
This letter is embroidered with stem stitch 2 threads and French knots always with 2 threads but with 1 or 2 turns depending on the space available.
A letter of this size can be used to decorate all kinds of objects such as guest linens, clutches or even be integrated into a larger project.
8 cm
By reaching this size, we totally lose the graphic and loose side of calligraphy and I think it is better to give up.
I embroidered this letter with padded satin stitch (plumetis) and DMC Special à broder cotton No. 25 and Portuguese stem stitch with stranded cotton 2 threads.
Despite all my efforts, the embroidery remains incredibly heavy and I do not advise you to use it in your projects!
