Pet Portrait Embroidery irish contrasting patterns on a background

contrasting patterns on a background of simple stockinette

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30 illustrations

Step by step instructions make this advanced-level project easy

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Pet Portrait Embroidery irish contrasting patterns on a backgroundLearn the art of thread painting from Stitching Sabbatical sensation Michelle Staub Cats and dogs seem to always have a paw planted firmly in our hearts. Capture the life in their eyes and the texture of their fur with a unique embroidered pet portrait! Self taught artist Michelle Staub puts a modern spin on thread painting with her easy to learn approach. Get started with 4 basic embroidery stitches, and follow the detailed tutorials to hone your