English Country Garden

This cushion was inspired by my Dad's allotment.  I thought something for gardeners would be nice.  The cushion is made from cream calico cotton and has the motifs added in applique.  I have done very simple embroidery on this piece with very little embellishment as the shapes are very distinctive in their shapes.

Kites

This is my first attempt at free motion embroidery combined with applique.  Being mainly a patchwork kind of girl in the past, I was starting to resent the time it took for my projects to be completed. Also, I was spending more time cutting the fabric than actually sewing.

Choo Choo

Today I have been experimenting with a design for my North East images collection.  The plan is to produce a collection of cushions featuring landmarks and images that are unique to this area. Whether they will sell is unknown but I think they will be different from anything I can find for sale.

The first design is of a Tyne and Wear Metro train.

Not the prettiest of images, but instantly identifiable with the north east.  I sketched the design last night and had a first attempt today.  I have done the applique and outlined it in free motion embroidery.

I am currently undecided whether to add a platform or rails.  Might have a bit of a play and see how it will look tomorrow.

Well, I decided to add a hint of a platform and some rails just to give a bit of perspective.  Just need to make up the cushion cover now.