A change of color or threads in a single pattern can produce a myriad of surprising renditions. Based on an upright stitch, Bargello patterns can be turned and combined with other stitches and techniques. The main focus of Sue's recent work has been abstract designs incorporating a variety of tactics such as applique, reverse applique, laid filling techniques, padded satin stitching and traditional embroidery work on canvas. They have collected the complete Dickens and North Pole Villages. Having successfully incorporated her other prime interests of needlework, teaching and computers into one career, Sue ruefully admits that the Department 56 craze is one endeavor she has not found a way to integrate with the others.
Border consists of composite stitch patterns, flowers and leaves are in padded satin stitch.
This piece will be taught at the 1998 National Seminar in San Diego for the American Needlepoint Guild Floral Fantasy - An in depth study of five different types of Florentine Embroidery patterns, embellished with embroidery stitches. Uses Soie Cristale, Waterlilies, and Candlelight Kaleidoscope - Eight way Florentine design with beaded Blackwork background. All designs shown remain the exclusive property of the designer and are protected as such under the U.S. copyright law.