Autumn Stitching

My latest CoverStory Parcel arrived on Saturday morning [thanks K]

There was a cute little book of ideas for hand-stitched felt, a postcard with news and chat, the notebook explaining Kirsten's October stitching - and then, wrapped in tissue, the stitching itself.

Beautiful Autumn leaves, worked on Corinne LaPierre felt. Neat

Applique
All sorts of stitching, backstitch, stem stitch, French Knots etc. Behind the three leaves are trailing vines.
The bright red berries are pops of colour bringing extra life to the piece.
And the use of the print fabric is so much more interesting than just a plain beige background. This is a superb piece! It sums up 'Fall' so well

I took my October inspiration from a piece of fabric which came in an 'inspiration' pack from the Emporium in Wymondham . Printed in orangey-peach it is reproductions of vintage advertisements. 

There are ads for face creams, watches, typewriters and "Lime Water" [this was a very popular remedy for dyspepsia, mixed with a little milk]

I thought the clocks going back made this a good piece to work on, but during the month, I had problems with heartburn, and also an unexpected chat about typewriters. So definitely the Fabric of the Month. 

I decided to use 'slow stitching' to outline some of the pictures. I used a variegated thread in autu colours [red, amber, gold, brown and green] and varied thickness using both 1 and 2 strands. I outlined the whole piece with tiny blanket stitch.

I enjoyed this one. Our piece if fabric is getting covered with patches- we may not have room for twelve as originally intended.
My November idea is still 'in my head' but I know it will be smaller and narrower when I do get it done! 
More info on my parcel to Kirsten here

I am plodding away at my November Knitting Challenge - and thrilled to have had so much support from friends near and far- thank you all