Our picnic is attended by the sweetest strawberry lovers! Enjoy half stitching, French knots and blending in this classic scene
This picture is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a more challenging project, but not sure where to begin. With its enchanting animals, you’ll be inspired to put your all into finishing it. While it features blending, French knots and half stitches, the secret to enjoying it is to tackle one small section at a time, in order to not get overwhelmed. Take it slowly and enjoy bringing it to life.
Designed by: Amanda Butler
Stitch count: 180 high x 120 wide
Design size: 33.5x22cm (13¼x8¾in)
Stitch time: 60 hours
This design was stitched on 14 count aida fabric.
HOW TO… TAKE YOUR STITCHING TO THE NEXT LEVEL
We have included some more advanced stitching techniques in this project to help you to develop your stitching skills, ready for your next challenge…
BLENDING FOR SHADING: Areas of fur on the fox and the squirrels use blended threads in shades of brown to create much more subtle shade variations than solid thread shades alone can achieve.
HALF STITCHES FOR DEPTH: Take a look at the sky. Areas of it are worked in a two strands of half stitch in order to create a suitably airy feel and to provide contrast with foreground elements.
FRENCH KNOTS FOR TEXTURE: French knots have been used for a dimensional touch that is precise on areas such as the strawberry flow
