September 19, 2012

Artful Embroidery



So, I admit to being a bit obsessed with embroidery. The act of creating art out of thread is very appealing to me. Especially since my drawing skills are not much advanced past stick figures.

I taught myself how to embroider by buying a couple of books and practicing. There are so many different stitches that can be used to create beautiful pieces of art.

I love this card which spells out a cute & clever message with thread. I also love how there are different colors used to create contrast on the white background.



This beautiful flowering tree is a stand alone picture. The embroidery is fantastic, and becomes its own picture frame by hanging it with the hoop! It would be great to hang a few of these clustered together on the same wall.



The holidays are right around the corner...these little Christmas tree ornaments are super cute!

I hope you have been inspired as much as I have! Embroidery is pretty easy once you get the hang of it. What I love most of all, is that it is easy to do on the go....something to pass the time while commuting to work.

-Nordea
nordeasoaperie

4 comments:

Michelle said...

Fun! Did you make all of those?

nordeasoaperie said...

hi michelle, just the first pic is mine. the others are other etsy ny team members.

Simone said...

Love these pretty gifts

Kelly/Aperture Agog said...

Thanks for the shout out. Your robot is awesome!