I actually used transfer eze, you copy or print the embroidery pattern on it, then stick it on the fabric and embroider right through it. It rinses off with lukewarm water when you are done. It is a wonderful product and makes hand embroidery almost foolproof! Thanks for all the kind words! I do love how it turned out and my mind is spinning with variations! By the way the pattern says to do the embroidery after quilting, but I did it before layering and quilting.