Silken Wings
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Stitcher: |
Carol Whitton |
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Designer: |
Paula Minkebige of Crossed Wing Collection |
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Location: |
My chickadee porcelain jar with my ribbons and the Princess Grace Rose are in my china cabinet as part of my treasures. They will always be there. |
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Description: |
I
stitched my chickadee because I wanted to try something completely
different for a change. I stitched on 40-count silk gauze using short
lengths of silk floss. In addition I had to be careful to keep the various
shades of the gray feathers in their proper places besides laying the
threads to look like feathers. I like this little bird so much I had to
learn new stitching methods and at the same time maintain my high standard
of stitching for beauty and enjoyment. Needless to say it was a real
challenge with a wonderful conclusion.
We moved to a rural area that does not have shops or a local chapter closer than three hours away. My new friends think all my stitching is wonderful but they flatter me. I enter pieces in the exhibit for expert opinions and for the numerical critique. I use my critique as a real gauge to keep stitching or find a new “art.” Stitching is great mental therapy when one has serious health problems. The rewards can be great in more ways than one. I know. |
