This birth announcement by Stoney Creek is sure to bring wonderful
wishes to the brightest star in your life. With amazing decorative
stitching, beading and colorful threads, Stoney Creek's C035 Brightest
Star Birth Sampler is a perfect gift for any new parent or new addition
to the family. Our model was stitched on 28ct Fairy Dust Lugana (discontinued - only available in 25ct or 32ct Belfast linen, we suggest antique white for 28ct) using the following threads and beads: DMC (ecru, 224, 225, 644, 676, 677, 822, 927, 928, 3348, 3364, 3865,642), Caron Collection Waterlilies (127), Rainbow Blending Thread (407), Dinky Dyes Silk (83), The Gentle Art Sampler Thread (7017), Weeks Dye Works (1189), Mill Hill beads (00479,80479) and 2mm round crystals (these have been discontinued and we suggest SJ1811 OR SJ Designs 2mm Round White pearls #SJ2WP as a substitute).
Chart includes easy-to-follow instructions for Satin Stitch, Long
Tail Daisy, Tied Herringbone with Upright Crosses, Diamond Eyelet, and
Star Stitches. The finished design is approximately 9" x 15" when
stitched on 28 ct fabric over 2 threads (not recommended for Aida).
Complete alphabet and numerals provided for personalization.