By Darlene Sabo
on May 29, 2023

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I basted a piece of muslin to my background before I started applying the motifs. I have found that I like this extra layering which gets a bit more stability when hung.
I did a quick baste to each piece then began stitching. I prefer not to use glue or fusible....just a personal preference again.
I am using simple embroidery stitches: running, whip and lazy daisy.
By Darlene Sabo
on May 25, 2023

I started working on another Tree of Life: same pattern as before but in different colors. I had many requests for a kit so this is the reason I'm doing another piece. Sadly, I didn't keep records of threads, fabric color and size. So here we go.
I'm using Ecru for the background this time, mottled so it looks vintage. I will be posting more info as I progress.

By Darlene Sabo
on May 10, 2023

ROCK ROSE Wool Applique Kit is back in stock.

By Darlene Sabo
on April 16, 2023

I decided to finish this embroidery piece which I started last winter befrore Christmas. I seem to have a fetish with birds, especially doves. I love the printed ribbon I purchased from MonahanPapers...the message is perfect, don't you think? Friends donated the green background fabric, the red beads and the flower motif. I am so blessed to have them!
Here's a drawing in case you would like to make your own, (don't mind the wrinkles). 
By Darlene Sabo
on April 04, 2023

Finch kit is now available!!!
By Darlene Sabo
on March 24, 2023


I've been busy working on this new design of mine. As you know I'm smitten with the birds these days. I will be offering this one as a kit in a #8 cut, which I think will be perfect for beginners.
By Darlene Sabo
on March 14, 2023




Stitched up a few more birds for the
Dungeness River Center.
By Darlene Sabo
on March 12, 2023


Our sewing group has taken on making wool birds as a fund raiser for the
Dungeness River Center in Seqium, Washington. Here are just a few we've made and boy, they are selling like hot cakes. I don't think we can keep up with the demand! I enjoy working on them in the evenings while listening to a book and of course at our sewing get togethers.
By Darlene Sabo
on February 28, 2023

This month we are offering 2 hand dyed 5-pack bundles: BRICK and ROASTED NUTS 15% off. Also included in this event are 2 coordinating Rustic Moire threads, 2 mill dyed fat quarters and 2 fat quarters hand dyed in the same colors as the bundles. This is an excellent time to stock up for your future projects. Sale takes place on Friday March 3rd through Sunday March 5th.
By
Darlene Sabo
on
January 13, 2023
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I completed stitching this wall hanging! Knowing when to stop can be difficult sometimes, especially when I'm enjoying the process so much. I used scraps of fabrics for the border; pieces of linen and calicos. But the center area is all hand dyed wool which I dyed specifically for this project. I wasn't particular on thread brands, just used what I had in my stash. I'm not one who records numbers or names of threads; it's all about what pleases my eye. I did some shadow couching as a final step where I used some very old crochet thead which has a bit of sparkle blended in.
I plan to sell a template pattern, but one will have to create and design their own border. Making it scrappy like mine or maybe more traditional such as 2" woolen one. Limitless possibilities! I hope you like this design.