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07-14-2011, 04:17 AM

FayZ

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I have a couple of packages of embroidery blocks that I got on clearance from a Ben Franklin store. they are kind of plain.Just cross stitch on white blocks.Does anyone know where I can get some ideas on dressing them up a little.It's a great take along project. But really plain. Thanks in advance.FayZ

07-14-2011, 04:29 AM

mtspools

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Can you take picture of one of them,might help to see what maybe can be done? I also have some I am not sure what to do with,got mine at garage sale. Good luck

07-14-2011, 04:31 AM

jmabby

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One idea would be to do redwork on them

07-14-2011, 04:35 AM

NikkiLu

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Here are some pictures of a quilt that I made for my DD:

http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-52342-1.htm

07-14-2011, 04:38 AM

QuiltE

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Without knowing the pattern, I have no suggestions outward. I've seen some beautiful embroidered blocks done where they've done them totally with white floss on white cloth, or a very pale colour. Simple elegance!

You can dress them up when you sash and border them! Let their work shine thru though, don't let the sashing take control.