Be inspired by the multi-colours in nature to stitch a rainbow leaf! Incorporating a variety of stitches and textures, this is the perfect choice for anyone relatively new to embroidery

BY JENNIFER DAVIDSON

FIND THE TEMPLATE FOR THIS PROJECT ON PAGE 62

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YOU WILL NEED

MATERIALS

• Fabric:

- Linen or cotton, Natural, 28 x 28cm

- Felt, Natural or White, 20 x 20cm

(for backing)

• DMC embroidery thread:

- 165

- 166

- 580

- 726

- 725

- 783

- 962

- 963

- 3350

- 3727

- 3726

• Embroidery hoop, 19cm or 7in

EQUIPMENT

• Pen or pencil for transferring design

• Light source

• Embroidery needle, size 3

• Scissors:

EmbroideryFabric

STITCHES & TECHNIQUES

Brick Stitch, Chain Stitch, Buttonhole Stitch, Fishbone Stitch, French Knot, Lazy Daisy, Satin Stitch, Split Back Stitch

See Stitch Guide for full stitch formations Finished size: approx. 15.2 x 14cm

This abstract September leaf incorporates a variety of colours and techniques, resulting in a lovely textured artwork. Feel free to experiment with your own colour palette to create something uniquely yours.

PREPARATION

1 Place fabric into a 7in hoop, ensuring the fabric is drum-tight. Cut out the pattern and tape it to the reverse side of the fabric, with the design facing up. Trace the pattern onto the front of the fabric using your pen or pencil and a light source. Remove the paper pattern from the back. 1