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Mount Hood Home 8x10 |
Our condominium social committee recently hosted an art show for the residents. It was a fun event for everyone and a non-threatening way for residents to show their work as artists and crafters. I was amazed at the number of ultra talented people in our building. As I set up my own display of thread sketches, I did not know if I should be inspired or give up and go home!
I stayed, of course, and the feedback was very generous. I was flattered and, as always with a commission, a little intimidated when a neighbor asked if I would stitch one of her own photos. At completion of her thread sketch, she agreed to allow creation process pictures to be posted here. Each step is described with a few words. Please feel free to post or email questions about the process or products used to create this thread sketch.
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Here, the basic stitches are in place and the soluble stabilizer rinsed away. |
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I always start with mid-range color. Fabric and thread seem to absorb light and can seem flat. I like to use many colors of quality machine embroidery threads to add depth and sheen to the sketch. |
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Acrylic paint with a little sparkle added to the sky. |
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Not sure you can see from my photo that a few metallic and glittering threads were used to highlight glowing windows and sparkling snow. |
I was honored that my neighbor asked me to create this thread sketch for her. I enjoyed the project. It provided challenging subject matter different from what I may have tried on my own. Thank you, Fran!
Up Next, I hope to post short video of the free-motion thread sketch process. Please visit again soon!