The Free Pattern Maker site has added four pages to the 1899 Russian alphabet and embroidery album. Go see.
Art, patterns and techniques
The Free Pattern Maker site has added four pages to the 1899 Russian alphabet and embroidery album. Go see.

Sunflower ribbon embroidery has such a lovely dramatic finish. The petals naturally suit silk ribbon, the flower centres add rich texture, and even a small design can look beautifully dimensional once it’s stitched. If you’ve been wanting to try this … Read More ...
hELLO- i HAVE BEEN TRYING TO MAKE MY OWN RUSSIAN DESIGNS- I AM THRILLED WITH THIS SITE- BUT I DONT UNDERSTAND HOW TO GET THE CHARTS AND THEN HOW TO TRANSFER TO CANVAS- I AM A NOVICE AT DOING MY OWN PATTENS-HAVE BEEN USING PAINTED CANVASSES- CAN ANYONE HELP? I AM MORE THAN HAPPY TO BUY INSTRUCTIONS- THANKS A LOT!
LISA