Done and dusted – unless I decide to quilt it and make it into a dolly quilt.
I don’t have to quilt it but it would make a useful little mat to put under the fruit bowl. I managed to complete another sample too; hand-stitched reverse applique. I quite like the stepped appearance and it certainly highlights the centre. It would be a good way to mount any hand work and this little piece of Botanique from Joel Dewsbury almost looks like embroidery.
I really must concentrate on the main assessment piece now – a wall hanging. Here are a few pages from my sketch book mostly worked from photos I took in Australia.
I made a printing block of a simple leaf shape and roughly painted it to print these
Next I will try it on fabric.
I have sketched a few possible designs but that is for another day, now it is time to link up to slow Sunday Stitching here
thecraftyyak 
Your Sashiko stitching looks wonderful, so even. I’ve never tried this technique but it looks lovely. The woodblock stamping looks very realistic. You have a steady hand. Happy stitching!
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Sashiko is a lovely technique as it only relies on running stitch
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What a beautiful stitching on the blue. Love your painting – such a talented lady you are.
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Thank you!
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Your Sashiko piece turned out beautiful, Love the stamped leaves you made they ate going to look great on fabric. Your sketches are great.
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Thank you – now I just need to actually do it! I have been putting it off while I decide on the final design
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Pretty sashiko sampler. I love the circles block! Leaves are looking great…I will be watching to see how your project develops
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Thanks, I was a bit dubious about the circular motif but it was easier to do than I thought
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Your sashiko looks great – such even stitches and it is nice to see the different designs together. I also like your reverse applique. I will look out for more of your assessment piece. I love your sketches and leaf prints 🙂
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Thank you, I really must get on and finish the assessment piece!
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