On Friday, I received the most wonderful present in the mail from the very talented artist and fellow stitcher
Arlee Barr. This little guy is made from her gorgeous eco-dyed fabric, and embellished with embroidery in thread that also looks hand dyed.
At first glance I thought he was a deer, because of the antlers, but he has a broad bullish chest and stance.
And a kicky back leg. He looks both very earthy and at the same time otherworldly.
He's just a fabulous l'il critter. I've assigned him to supervision duties at the embroidery frame - so far he's been the perfect muse!
The red-winged blackbird is coming along. I found a deep madder-red silk thread for the heart, but I have vowed to finish the other birds before I complete the heart. There's nothing like the promise of colour at the end of the tunnel to keep me going.
Wow! Love the critter! And love your bird embroidery. Yes, the promise of color is very alluring!
ReplyDeletesuch a cute critter! the blackbird looks great. "promise of colour" beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHA! He almost blends with the style the Mister used. And he is a rather sturdy guardian i think for you :)Glad he can work for his keep!
ReplyDeleteWhoa! What a fab little guy! And a lovely blackbird to boot!
ReplyDeleteTake the antlers off and he's an English bull terrier!
ReplyDeleteHe's a very handsome critter! Lovely work, Arlee. Lucky Heather!
ReplyDeleteLucky you! Beautiful work by arlee. :)
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