Miniature designs can really pack a punch when added to striking scaled-down frames. These confectionery inspired designs are made into a necklace and earring set that looks good enough to eat!
Sometimes day-to-day life seems so hectic that we ignore the need to slow down and take some time out to replenish and sooth our bodies and minds. Embroidery is the perfect way to unwind.
Infinity scarves are great for when the cooler weather starts setting in. This one is lined with fleece but you can use satin or cotton for a more lightweight accessory.
Bring fresh, pretty order to laundry day. Why not make one for each member of the family, to hang in the bathroom or bedroom, ready to receive dirty laundry? Taking the concept to extremes or to an easy conclusion, depending on your point of view, you could have laundry bags to receive white clothes, coloured clothes, hand-washable items, and so on. This way, they can be merely emptied into the machine without having to be sorted out. If you wish, you could stitch monogram initials to each bag to identify the family member it belongs to, or give each person bags in different fabrics or colours.
The sight of butterflies fluttering among the blooms of a flower border is one of the visual delights of the summer months. Here, embroidered butterfly motifs are incorporated into the design of a floral tablecloth that is perfect for al fresco dining in your garden. It can be expensive to buy ready-made motifs in large quantities, so arrange them close to the corners of the cloth, allowing just one or two to stray a little farther afield.
