Crewel skirt
Inspired by the project ideas and crewel designs in New Crewel: The Motif Collection, I found a quick sewing pattern for a wrap-around skirt, McCalls M5430. I used Robert Kaufman Yarn-Dyed Essex...
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Another project inspired by New Crewel: The Motif Collection . . . using the dahlia design, I transferred it to the table runner fabric using Saral paper. The runner is made from linen twill (color...
View ArticleCrewel pillows
Pillows are a great way to showcase crewel embroidery, like this project from New Crewel: The Motif Collection. I used the colors of Appleton Crewel Wool recommended in the book, and Saral Transfer...
View ArticleChina plates in crewel
These design motifs are from New Crewel: The Motif Collection. I used the colors of Appleton Crewel Wool recommended in the book, and linen twill in color Oyster White for the fabric. Instead of...
View ArticleFirecracker tote bag
I designed this tote bag around the firecracker pattern from New Crewel: The Motif Collection. No more throw pillows – I think that bags see a lot more use, and don’t clutter up my couch and bed! I...
View ArticleCrewel embellishments to jean jackets
I used motifs from New Crewel: The Motif Collection and Appleton crewel wool to embellish the girls’ jean jackets, turning them into one-of-a-kind back to school clothes! The possibilities are...
View ArticleSea anemone crewel tote
Crewel embroidery is my newest obsession – something about the finesse of the work, the endless color combinations, all the places crewel can be used to create or embellish – anyway, I love some many...
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