RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Silk Shading by Sarah Homfray - Large Format Edition Blackbird Designs The models were stitched entirely

The models were stitched entirely in cross stitch over two linen threads using one ply of Milady's Teal from Crescent Colours on 32-count Maple Sugar linen from Lakeside Linens

Bayberry and Classic Colorworks Clay Pot

644 x 1 ~ Salmon ~ very dark

It’s made from laser cut wood and is a great project for beginners and cross stitch newbies

and more described in detail by chart and photos

RSN Essential Stitch Guides: Silk Shading by Sarah Homfray - Large Format Edition Blackbird Designs The models were stitched entirelyA new, larger format edition of the Royal School of Needlework's essential guide to crewelwork. Graduate Apprentice Sarah Homfray throws light onto the beautiful craft of silk shading, also known as painting with a needle, long and short stitch embroidery or thread painting. This book reveals the history of the craft then moves on to the materials and equipment required. Next, Sarah covers design and using colour, simplifying and demystifying this