Better late than never? Last week, I finally felt inspired to work on another under-the-sea themed block, so I pulled out my CQJP 2017 March block and added this seahorse.
I traced the shape on the back foundation of the block with light pencil marks. Using the marks on the back to guide me, I outlined the body with split stitches. The body and stomach area were then filled with satin stitches using a single strand of variegated DMC floss. DMC 4077 was used for the tummy and DMC 90 was used for the head and body.
The first seam embellished on the block was created with a strand of size 5 DMC #4020 and buttonhole stitches in various clusters and angles. At a later stage of embellishement, beads will be added to this seam.
The second seam was a quick one. Fly stitches were created with 2 strands of DMC 93 variegated blue floss.
Related Blog Posts
Seahorse Tutorial - hereCQJP 2017 January Block - here
CQJP 2017 February Block - here
My CQJP 2017 Pinterest Board - here
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Renee
9 comments:
Your seahorse is stunning, and love those seam treatments too.
Great seahorse!
Such fantastic stitching. Love the effect the variegated thread gives especially on the seahorse.
Hi Renee. Your Seahorse has such a lot of personality. He really came to life with your stitches and color choices. Simple seam treatments are just right. Lovely CQ block in the making. Summer Sunshine Bliss...<3
Lovely seahorse; beautifully stitched.
I like your idea of putting the base seams in before adding to them.
Your seahorse is beautiful.
The little seahorse is really perfect.
Deb, thank you so much!
Satin stitch with a single strand of DMC? Wow. That's not an easy feat!!
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