This charming hand embroidery design from Bustle & Sew would be perfect for Saint Patrick’s Day, or any other time. The saying “May the Road Rise to Meet You” is part of an old Gaelic blessing and is a common one to see adorning the walls of homes.
The designer has added a beautiful spray of flowers to the the bottom of the pattern to really finish off the design perfectly. Complete with a free downloadable pdf pattern, this is a good design for hand embroiderer who has experience.
Four stitches are used and include:
- Back stitch
- French knots
- Straight stitch
- Feather stitch
The pattern also includes a regular and a reverse template for the lettering. That is ideal for those of you who use various pattern transfer methods for your projects. If you want to get her look, she has a color chart of the thread she uses in her project. In addition to the thread, you will need a 7″ embroidery hoop and a 10″ square of background fabric.
Ideal as a housewarming gift for a friend, or to brighten up your own home, you will enjoy making this pretty design.
Click here to get the free pattern and tutorial: Gaelic Blessing Hoop
[photo from Bustle & Sew]
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