On my desk is a little needlecase I made this week. Last week I was wanting to move away from the neutral colour palette that I work with so often, but despite envisaging a bright and colourful week of embroidery, somehow it just didn't happen!
I know that feeling... embrace the brights, I think - and then lo and behold I'm back in neutral territory! But this is beautiful - the soft textures in contrast with the beading - wonderful! Alison x
It’s so beautiful Diana. Isn’t it funny how we are drawn to colour and pattern in different ways. You should see my wardrobe there’s hardly a frock in there that doesn’t scream at you haha. Lynn xx 16
Sometimes we just need the peace and serenity of those calming colours.. Bright lights and bold colours always await our creative minds. Beautiful work Diana, I can feel the softness of this sweet needlebook almost within my hand. Stay safe & creative Hugs Tracey #9 xx
I go for soft tones all the time, I love brights but can’t don’t seem to have the crafting knack of using them. This is why I adore your way, there is beauty in calming colours. I love the details like all the different sized beads that you’ve arranged perfectly and the little motif on the back and the soft felt ‘pages’ with the toning blanket stitch. LUSH! Hugs LLJ 1 xxxx
I'm a color person. I think color makes or breaks the project, but I also have favorite colors I go to all the time. I actually love that blue and the beading, which spoke to me. This needlecase is stunning. Happy WOYWW from #2.
I love colour but I can never keep it up, those neutrals just keep calling to me Lol! The needle case is just gorgeous! Wishing you a very happy and creative woyww, Angela x18x
I love neutrals - then again, I love colour too! I've just discovered someone on Instagram who almost exclusively works in neutrals and very muted colour tones (https://www.instagram.com/harvinaisenkauniselama/ if you want to check her out) - so inspiring! Your needle case is just perfect - the tiny little details you put into everything you make always amaze me! I mean those beads must be so tiny - I would lose my patience after the third one LOL! And the muted grey/blue background is perfect for the white details! Have a lovely week, Diana! xx zsuzsa #22
I like the muted shade of the denim blue against the natural coloured embroidery Diana. A splash of colour isn't everything. Stay safe and happy WOYWW. Sarah #6
I had a busy morning shortening 3 hems on a bridesmaid’s dress and then steaming it And since lunch I’ve been for my annual diabetic eye test (although it’s 18 months since my last thanks to Covid!) so I’m just catching up with a few blogs before the football starts. I really love your needle cover. The design and embroidery is stunning. Hugs, Annie x #13
This is beautiful. I love the fluffy bits but am unsure how you did those but they look great alongside the tiny beads. I love the shape of the flower you have used and it looks good against the strong denim. Hugs, Neet 11 xx
That is such a cool piece of embroidery! Very elegant. I love all the beadwork too. Other colours will come to you when the time is right. Take care and have a good week Hugs Lynnecrafts 10
That's a little beauty Diana. I love that beaded edge - such a lovely way to finish off. Do you stitch them on as you go along with your blanket stitch? xx Jo
Thanks for the visit, we took 2 days away and now I play catch up. Loving your photos, this is a beautiful piece. All of your fine details make is so special. Enjoy a great weekend
Go wherever the muse directs you, Diana! Your neutrals are so understated, delicate, subtle and beautiful. I am sure none of us object to an ongoing lack of bright colour if we can be treated to such exquisite work. Your little needle case is beautiful.
Sorry I'm running very late this week. Your needle case is absolutely stunning. Happy belated WOYWW. Take care and stay safe. With love & God Bless, Caro xxx (#15).
I am afraid I am very late this week but hope to get around everyone... That needlecase is beautiful! Happy WOYWW! Susan #20 Calling All Crafters! – My Blog!
Hi Diana, thank you for your return visit. I'm sorry to hear you were poorly, but pleased that you are feeling better again now. Thank you for all your good wishes, and please don't feel bad - if you'd been well enough to go on the blogs you'd have done it, I know, so absolutely no worries on that score. Everything went fine on Friday and I am doing remarkably well - a lot better than I expected. All news on my Breast Cancer Diary page on my blog, and more news this Wednesday. I'm glad you approve of my reorganising efforts in the studio! It's actually a pleasure to go in there now, which it hasn't been for many months.
Hello Diana, I am sooooo late this week. ad you didn't get your splash of colour this week but you do these soft colours so well. That needlecase is just so pretty. Happy Belated WOYWW, be back soon!! Cindy xx
I know that feeling... embrace the brights, I think - and then lo and behold I'm back in neutral territory! But this is beautiful - the soft textures in contrast with the beading - wonderful!
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It’s so beautiful Diana. Isn’t it funny how we are drawn to colour and pattern in different ways. You should see my wardrobe there’s hardly a frock in there that doesn’t scream at you haha.
ReplyDeleteLynn xx 16
Sometimes we just need the peace and serenity of those calming colours.. Bright lights and bold colours always await our creative minds. Beautiful work Diana, I can feel the softness of this sweet needlebook almost within my hand.
ReplyDeleteStay safe & creative Hugs Tracey #9 xx
I go for soft tones all the time, I love brights but can’t don’t seem to have the crafting knack of using them. This is why I adore your way, there is beauty in calming colours. I love the details like all the different sized beads that you’ve arranged perfectly and the little motif on the back and the soft felt ‘pages’ with the toning blanket stitch. LUSH!
ReplyDeleteHugs LLJ 1 xxxx
That's so pretty Diana , have a great week . Thanks for your visit Helen #8
ReplyDeleteYour art is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI'm a color person. I think color makes or breaks the project, but I also have favorite colors I go to all the time. I actually love that blue and the beading, which spoke to me. This needlecase is stunning. Happy WOYWW from #2.
ReplyDeleteStunning needle case, absolutely love the way you have done that flower. Happy WOYWW Angela #3
ReplyDeleteI love colour but I can never keep it up, those neutrals just keep calling to me Lol! The needle case is just gorgeous! Wishing you a very happy and creative woyww, Angela x18x
ReplyDeleteI love neutrals - then again, I love colour too! I've just discovered someone on Instagram who almost exclusively works in neutrals and very muted colour tones (https://www.instagram.com/harvinaisenkauniselama/ if you want to check her out) - so inspiring! Your needle case is just perfect - the tiny little details you put into everything you make always amaze me! I mean those beads must be so tiny - I would lose my patience after the third one LOL! And the muted grey/blue background is perfect for the white details! Have a lovely week, Diana! xx zsuzsa #22
ReplyDeleteThey are just so pretty, I love the neutrals but I also love colour. Happy WOYWW! Elle #24, EOTC
ReplyDeleteI like the muted shade of the denim blue against the natural coloured embroidery Diana. A splash of colour isn't everything. Stay safe and happy WOYWW. Sarah #6
ReplyDeleteI had a busy morning shortening 3 hems on a bridesmaid’s dress and then steaming it And since lunch I’ve been for my annual diabetic eye test (although it’s 18 months since my last thanks to Covid!) so I’m just catching up with a few blogs before the football starts.
ReplyDeleteI really love your needle cover. The design and embroidery is stunning.
Hugs,
Annie x #13
This is beautiful. I love the fluffy bits but am unsure how you did those but they look great alongside the tiny beads. I love the shape of the flower you have used and it looks good against the strong denim.
ReplyDeleteHugs, Neet 11 xx
Wow, Gorgeous stitching, love it!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cool piece of embroidery! Very elegant. I love all the beadwork too.
ReplyDeleteOther colours will come to you when the time is right.
Take care and have a good week
Hugs
Lynnecrafts 10
That's a little beauty Diana. I love that beaded edge - such a lovely way to finish off. Do you stitch them on as you go along with your blanket stitch? xx Jo
ReplyDeleteThanks for the visit, we took 2 days away and now I play catch up. Loving your photos, this is a beautiful piece. All of your fine details make is so special. Enjoy a great weekend
ReplyDeleteIn my world blue is a neutral. Ha ha. I just love this book and the color scheme! Stunning work! xx, Autumn
ReplyDeleteGo wherever the muse directs you, Diana! Your neutrals are so understated, delicate, subtle and beautiful. I am sure none of us object to an ongoing lack of bright colour if we can be treated to such exquisite work. Your little needle case is beautiful.
ReplyDeleteHappy belated WOYWW,
Shoshi x #19
Sorry I'm running very late this week. Your needle case is absolutely stunning. Happy belated WOYWW. Take care and stay safe. With love & God Bless, Caro xxx (#15).
ReplyDeleteI am afraid I am very late this week but hope to get around everyone...
ReplyDeleteThat needlecase is beautiful!
Happy WOYWW!
Susan #20
Calling All Crafters! – My Blog!
Hi Diana, thank you for your return visit. I'm sorry to hear you were poorly, but pleased that you are feeling better again now. Thank you for all your good wishes, and please don't feel bad - if you'd been well enough to go on the blogs you'd have done it, I know, so absolutely no worries on that score. Everything went fine on Friday and I am doing remarkably well - a lot better than I expected. All news on my Breast Cancer Diary page on my blog, and more news this Wednesday. I'm glad you approve of my reorganising efforts in the studio! It's actually a pleasure to go in there now, which it hasn't been for many months.
ReplyDeleteShoshi x
Hello Diana, I am sooooo late this week. ad you didn't get your splash of colour this week but you do these soft colours so well. That needlecase is just so pretty. Happy Belated WOYWW, be back soon!! Cindy xx
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