Thorns Have Roses
A lovely sentiment made into a sweet pincushion/scissor pocket - plus a scissor fob you can personalize with the enclosed script alphabet. The scissor fob as shown is stitched on 40 count silk gauze, but you can certainly stitch it on a linen to match the pincushion.
Stitch count:
135 x 92
Fabric:
Lakeside Linen: 40 count Vintage Magnolia White, although any pretty creamy neutral will do nicely.
Threads:
Classic Colorworks: Steamed Broccoli
The Gentle Art: Raspberry Parfait, Roasted Marshmallow
Some basic finishing guidelines are included.
Find that 'perfect' print fabric first - you might want to tweak your floss selections depending on that fabric.
Stitch count:
45 x 45
Model is stitched on 40 count silk gauze, which is not included in the chartpak. A cut 3" x 3" is suggested if you choose to use the silk gauze.
Threads:
Classic Colorworks: Steamed Broccoli
The Gentle Art: Raspberry Parfait, Roasted Marshmallow
Weeks Dye Works: Parchment (you will need this for the background if stitching on silk gauze)
Stitching Level:
Beginner
Some basic finishing guidelines are included.
Thorns Have Roses, Copyright 2013. Original counted thread designs by Linda Stolz for Erica Michaels Designs.