The quest for new techniques has taken me along an unexpected path. This week I have tried my hand at blackwork. This form of embroidery dates back to Tudor times but was popularised by Catherine of Aragon hence its name, Spanish blackwork. I can admire it's pared-down elegance, but I've concluded that counted thread work is not my forte!
The reason for this challenge is that Skipton Embroiderers' Guild are making a 36 square sampler showing different black work patterns ranging from traditional to contemporary. I've chosen to start with a traditional back stitch rose pattern for the centre of my dandelion clock and then use a more free-form fly stitch to make the seed heads.
I love your dandelion clock - a pretty way to bring the technique up to date and add some realism.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Always encouraging to have the views of an expert :)
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