After my last post I have spent between 2 and 3 hours to get to the next step. I have appliqued the white deer to the background material and have begun the embroidery.
I have used the Stem, Seed and Chain embroidery stitches so far. The pink of the ears, eyes and nose are appliqued onto the white. Make sure to click on the images below to get the close up views, especially the tutorials.
This is looking great. I’m a little confused as to when the paper pattern is removed from the fabric, tho. Could you explain that step? Thanks!
Thanks Elle, Check out my new tutorial. If it is still confussing let me know.
That is really well done. You rock. Thanks for all the hard work- its a lovely pattern. I blogged it-well, the embroidery patterns and links. Thanks, calamity
Andrea, this is very clear now! Thanks so much for all the helpful detailing. This seems alot easier than needle-turn applique.
I admire how prolific you are in so many different disciplines; your artworks are wonderful—very inspiring to me!
This looks great. I am totally onboard for trying ot make this. I will see what I can whip up this weekend. Thanks so much for sharing!
This looks great. I can’t believe it only took you 2-3 hours. Your speedy. Wonderful instructions too.
Andrea, this is excellent! you did a great job with the tutorial, very clear. I will definitely refer to this in the future. thanks!
[...] Andrea Zuill has been sharing her appliqué and embroidery tips on her blog, Badbirds, as she explains her work process making this gorgeous “White Deer” quilt. (Be sure to check all her entries under the “Quilting” category on her blog for further inspiration and info.) Link. [...]
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This is really beautiful. Nothing left really to say but fantastic work.