Eleanor the Elephant PDF Blackwork Embroidery pattern
Eleanor the Elephant PDF Blackwork Embroidery pattern
In this pattern you will learn how to do counted needlework. This technique uses many of the same principles as cross stitch so if you’re good at that you can do this too!
This design is great for those with some experience of the technique or those with a determination to learn.
This PDF pattern contains:
Full instructions (includes instructions on how to use your pattern transfer, how to use an embroidery hoop, how to separate your threads and how to finish your embroidery for display)
Charted patterns broken down into layers to isolate the outline and detail for ease of stitching
Blackwork Cheat Sheet to get you started with the technique
Materials list including DMC references for threads
You will also need:
Fabric, threads and hoop as detailed in the materials list
Blunt needle
A pair of scissors
The finished design will fit in a 10 inch hoop when stitched on 20 count Aida. It is 140 by 190 stitches.
Also available as a kit here
