Inspirations 131

In this issue, beautiful counted thread projects feature alongside surface embroidery, goldwork and a touch of silk ribbon embroidery.

Projects offer an invitation to learn new stitches and techniques, designs perfect for a relaxing weekend of stitching, and a range of project sizes from small pieces perfect for a petite frame or box lid to a large cushion.

Also in this issue, the second of a pair of projects in Opus Anglicanum from Tanya Bentham.

This issue features:

• Case Study by Jackie du Plessis
  Small linen case with a repeating floral pattern utilising a variety of counted thread stitches
• Japanese Plum Blossom by Jane Nicholas
  Goldwork roundel featuring a trio of plum blossoms in the style of Japanese family crests
• Blanche by Jenny McWhinney
  Large cushion featuring a glorious hen with black and white plumage in surface embroidery
• Bluebell Bonanza by Lorna Bateman
  Silk ribbon forms the petals and foliage of an iconic UK native flower
• Abelard by Tanya Bentham
  A young man in Opus Anglicanum is ready to court Heloise from issue #130
• Trellis by Fumie Suzuki
  Linen mat with reticella embroidery showcasing pretty motifs in a symmetrical design
• Butterfly Reverie by Taetia McEwen
  Softly coloured arrangement of ethereal flowers, feather, leaves and butterflies
• Jacobean Dragonfly
  A sparkling dragonfly surrounded by a colourful wreath of flowers, fruit and nuts