Sugar Skull Ornaments
I was inspired by something I saw on Pinterest, Sugar Skull ornaments. I saw a machine embroidery design at Urban Threads. Stitching it out was such fun, using all the bright threads, it was like using all the crayons in the box. I stuffed and hand stitched the bottom of the ornaments, giving it that handcrafted look. I added the ribbon and crystals to the eyes. My learning was, it probably a good idea to put the bling on before sewing sides together. I have a large vase with branches of LED light buds and a manzanita branch, perfect for hanging the ornaments. I intended to give these as party favors at a Day of the Dead celebration this fall. Now, I don't think I can part with these. Time to start the next batch.
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Final product
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Close up. I hand stitched the black blanket stitch, took me an hour. Therefore, only one had this treatment.
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Design stitched out and ready to be sewn together with the back.