Here is a family tree I did for a neighbour a few years ago. I put it on the back of a quilt as was requested, hand embroidered the names of all family members on the leaves of the tree. Each family group is attached to a separate branch. As it was a surprise gift, the birthdates of each family member were written on later when they were accurately known. The tree and leaves were fused and then blanket-stitched around by hand.