I wanted to learn a couple of new skills this year, 2019. I decided on improving my knitting skills, exploring texture & colour, I also wanted to learn 'Blackwork', something I have wanted to do for many years.
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| Blackwork Journal - July 2019 |
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| Progressive Blackwork Pattern |
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| Deputy - Rayon Twist - Shade 2046 |
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| The stitch is built up in density & colour |
I was given a large box full of silk threads. I am unsure of the age, some people think c1940's, others think possibly earlier. I couldn't decide what to do with them, should I keep them preserved as they are, or use them as they were intended? I think they should be used, with the cardboard roll included in the project book. This will show the history of the thread.
This month, I wanted to work on progressive patterns, building the density of the stitch & thread.
I used 'Deputy - Rayon Twist - Shade 2046'.
The vintage threads are wound up pieces of cardboard, I am amazed they have lasted so well. I intend on using them for further projects, so they are kept for prosperity.
I adapted this pattern from a sampler by Mary Kay Sampson.
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| Stitching Project |
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| Blackwork Journal - July 2019 |
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| Edith Grace Designs |
Finished July 2019
Joanna Marshall - Edith Grace Designs
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