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Historical Embroidery News...

From Russia with Love...

5/3/2018

15 Comments

 
Before we dive into a new and adorable little embroidery project, I have an update on the silk shaded feather distance class by Jen Goodwin. After lengthy correspondence with Jen on the issues I had with her class, it became clear we would never see eye to eye on the project. I asked for a refund and, professional as Jen is, I became it. This wipes the slate clean. I, on my part, have learned that it is probably not wise to sign up for an online class when the end product is not shown. Now let's move on to some other embroidery!
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I received this happy postcard in the mail through postcrossing and fell in love with the simple Russian dolls depicted on it! What if I modified the design a bit and tried out the new colours by Heathway Milano 100% merino crewel wool? Match made in heaven, I would say!
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And this is the happy result! The design uses simple embroidery stitches and is worked on traditional linen twill. However, you could easily take any other densely woven medium-weight fabric. You can even swap wool for stranded cotton! As I seem to have been bitten by the beading bug lately, I couldn't resist adding some here. Especially the beaded daisies, as featured in 'Strawberry Fayre', are just too good not to use. Not having the embroidery supplies to hand? Let me do the legwork for you! I have a limited number of material packs available containing 10 skeins of wool, fabric, needles, beads, spangles and beading thread. You can find them here. If the packs sell out, but demand is still there; I'll add a pre-order option.

The best part of this new quick and easy design? I'll leave it up to you if and how much you'd like to pay me for it! I have installed a PayPal donation button in the right-hand column of this blog. If you like what you read each week, please consider making a donation. You can find the instructions for 'From Russia with Love' in my webshop. Add it to your cart and proceed to checkout as normal. You won't be charged! Happy creating and hope to see you next week!
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Catherine link
5/3/2018 21:03:14

I’m sorry to hear about the online class. I was looking forward to seeing how the raindrops in particular were stitched! But, I’m glad you reached an amicable passing point. Thank you for such an honest review of her class too. I’ve only ever done Tanja Berlin’s and thoroughly enjoyed them, and would have happily partaken in one of Jen’s if it weren’t for your honesty.

Now, your doll is adorable! I absolutely love her! So sweet and simple. And such lovely colours!

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Jessica Grimm link
5/3/2018 21:58:32

Thank you Catherine! I am sure a droplet will appear at some point on my blog. I just have to figure it out on my own :).

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Dima link
5/3/2018 21:08:39

It's too bad about Jen's class, at least you were able to resolve it with her. It is hard to take and give a class where the end result is not clear.

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Jessica Grimm link
5/3/2018 21:59:56

I am much relieved Dima! It became so stressful and just not worth it. Onwards and upwards :).

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velia
6/3/2018 04:32:38

Happy to hear all went well with Jen. Your Russian doll is so cute, thanks for sharing.

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Jessica Grimm link
6/3/2018 08:00:17

You're welcome Velia!

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Rachel link
6/3/2018 09:23:35

Love your Russian doll!! I've also been considering a donation button, but just at the moment I've not had a chance to put plans into effect or even do research for it. I shall watch your experiment with interest!

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Jessica Grimm link
6/3/2018 09:33:17

Thank you Rachel! Making a donation button is not at all hard. Paypal offers that option in your dashboard and then you just copy the HTML into your blog. Fingers crossed it will bring some money :)!

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Mabel
6/3/2018 12:10:26

Hoi Jessica, wat stoer dat je de online cursus hebt afgebroken. Wel heel jammer dat je de cursus niet naar tevredenheid hebt kunnen volgen en afmaken.
Wel heel professioneel van Jen dat je het cursusgeld hebt terug gekregen.
Veel liefs uit Dordrecht succes met je eigen cursussen die zijn WEL heel gaaf en goed verzorgd, je bent een top docente.

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Jessica Grimm link
6/3/2018 14:53:21

Dank je wel Mabel!

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margaretc (Sharp Needler) link
6/3/2018 22:14:39

I'm so glad you resolved the class issue. It's good to hear that you got a refund.

The doll is adorable! I love Heathway yarn and I think your colour and stitch choices are lovely.

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Jessica Grimm link
6/3/2018 23:02:29

Thank you Margaret!

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Susan
8/3/2018 22:40:58

Hello Jessica,

I have tried to order your Russian Doll kit, it states there are four in stock, but it won’t let me order it.
Help!!!

Thank you.

Happy Stitching,
Sue

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Jessica Grimm link
9/3/2018 08:50:37

Hi Sue,
Can you please tell me where it went wrong? From my end, everything seems to be ok. Once you click on add to cart, it lands in your cart, which you can find in the right-hand upper corner. Click on it and proceed to check-out. Enter your information and confirm.
Hope this helps! Jessica

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alina link
9/3/2018 10:55:43

Lovely doll! Really like the flower decorating her dress. This could be a nice project for a girl (seriously) learning to stitch. Thanks for sharing!

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