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Surface Stitching Category from 2011 Judged Show

Projects which feature the use of any stitch with a threaded needle in which the resulting stitch lays on the surface of the foundation material. Stitches may be flat, textured, built-up on the surface, single or multiple, or combinations and/or variations. It includes crewel work, cut work, Brazilian embroidery, shadow work, shisha embroidery, silk and metal thread work, stumpwork, and applique which is not quilted.









Girl on Pillow Case by Kay K. 2011 Umbrella Girl by Kay K. 2011
Pillowcases stitched with a classic pattern.
A table topper embroidered with a traditional pattern.
Crewel Bouquet by Donna B. 2011
A bouquet of flowers embroidered with crewel wool.




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