Above are 2 cushions I made years ago. The technique is called candlewicking, which is basically a combination of colonial knots and stem stitch, at least that's what was used for the above cushions. The design came pre-printed on the fabric so it was just a matter of knoting and stitching over the pre-drawn dots and lines. It gives quite a nice effect. I rather enjoyed making these.
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Oh my....a lost art. I remember learning how and yours are beautiful.
Thanks Gracie. Yeah, definitely a lost art. I don't know of anyone else that has done candlewicking, or even heard of it for that matter.
Those cushions are beautiful! My mom used to do this technique but never taught me how to do it!! Maybe when I visit her she can teach me how. Really lovely pillows...all your work is beautiful
Thanks Anne. The technique is quite easy once you know how. It's well worth giving it a go to see if you like it :)
Beautiful!! So graceful and delicate. :)
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