Originally Posted by
sewingitalltogether
Jean,
That is just stunning. Can't believe how much the embroidery and inking adds to the block. No trouble with an 8" block?
8" is the finished block size so I start with a 10" square. Hand applique does tend to pull up some fabric so I'm afraid I'd have a block too small if I cut it to size in the beginning. I also stuff batting in flower petals so they are more puffy and stand out. I will cut the blocks to 8 1/2" square when I'm ready to start assembling it.
Yes, the embellishing does bring the block to life. They look so drab before all the glitz is added.
I've added these to my album if anyone wants to go over to my profile and see those.