Another one of those beautiful sayings that I came across during my design research. This one really resonated with me. As I am sure many of you can relate, we escape into our needlework, not only in happy times, but also when life gets tough and we need something to help take our mind off of things and renew ourselves. It’s like hitting the “reset button”.
General Information: Stitched using 2 threads of floss over 2 threads of fabric. A total of 7 colors of Dinky-Dyes hand-dyed silk floss, 6 colors of Mill Hill Beads, and 2 colors of Sullivans floss (for backstitching and attaching beads) were used in the model.
NOTE: Sullivans/DMC/and Anchor comparable colors to make stitching this design more affordable are provided. However, it is very important to keep in mind that Dinky-Dyes Silks are variegated in color, some more than others. Although color comparables are provided in other floss lines (Sullivans/DMC/and Anchor), these are “best match” alternatives. Stitching with silk is a wonderful experience. For the best results, I highly recommend using the silks.
Fabric: Stitched on 28ct Petals Cashel Linen by Picture This Plus.
Stitch Area: 140w X 140h
Stitch Count: 135w X 135h
Design Area: 9-5/8”w X 9-5/8”h. Purchasing a fat 1/8 will work beautifully, and will allow a full 3” on all sides of the design.
Color Conversion Chart
| Dinky-Dyes |
Color |
Sullivans |
DMC |
Anchor |
| 20 |
Gum Leaves |
45414 |
3817 |
875 |
| 23 |
Amethyst |
45040/45041
(1 str each) |
208/209
(1 str each) |
110/109
(1 str each) |
| 25 |
Ruby |
45431 |
3833 |
26 |
| 60 |
Argyle |
45358 |
3689 |
66 |
| 68 |
Ocean Pines |
45445 |
3847 |
779 |
| 175 |
Dragon Fruit |
45035 |
3816 |
87 |
| 179 |
Bunya Cone |
45413 |
3816 |
876 |
|
Color Name |
Sullivans |
DMC |
Anchor |
| Backstitching |
Lavender UL DK |
45435 |
3837 |
101 |
| To Attach Beads |
Baby Pink LT |
45221 |
819 |
1026 |
| Mill Hill Beads |
Color |
No. of Packs |
| 00479 |
White |
1 |
| 00525 |
Light Green |
1 |
| 00561 |
Ice Green |
1 |
| 02005 |
Dusty Rose |
1 |
| 02082 |
Opal Hyacinth |
1 |
| 62047 |
Frosted Lavender |
1 |
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