I can only complete small projects lately, so I made a set of these coasters for my sister using designs from my Japanese embroidery books.
I used Japanese fabric on the back, so if one side gets dirty, just turn them over.
The next set is for home; bugs;
The bee and the dragonfly are from Japanese embroidery books too, but I made up the others as I went along. I'm thinking of giving coasters for Christmas; easy to make and no swearing at the sewing machine.
you made up the dandelion one??? that was my very favorite. oh, wait, maybe it was the one of the dog w/a scarf sipping a steaming cup... i can't choose just one...
great job!
Posted by: sarah | July 29, 2008 at 07:44 PM
I love that little caterpillar hiding in the corner. Very impressive. I just might steal your idea for Channukah except I can't embroider at all, small problem. Where did you get the fabric?
Cheers,
Tracey
Posted by: Paper Dolls for Boys | July 29, 2008 at 07:57 PM
That is so full of cuteness that I can hardly even stand it. They're all totally adorable.
Posted by: Sarah Jackson | July 29, 2008 at 08:38 PM
Same as above, I wanted to know your source for the material (is it linen?)...and I loved the dandelion/ladybug one too!
Posted by: Deirdre | July 29, 2008 at 09:09 PM
Super cute. I really must learn to embroider. I think the dandelion was my favorite too...
Posted by: Jessica Levitt | July 29, 2008 at 09:42 PM
The linen is from Hobby Lobby and the patterned fabric is from the Etsy seller FromJapanWithLove "girl's favorite."
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=13580872
Beware, you will spend money browsing her items!
Posted by: Anne | July 29, 2008 at 11:17 PM
They sell linen at Hobby Lobby? Who knew! Anne, I can't begin to tell you how much I love these. I'm totally going to make these for Christmas gifts!
Posted by: Jade | July 30, 2008 at 09:59 AM
Very cute! I was thinking about giving flour sack towels with decorative edging and some sort of embroidery. Not sure I'll get to it though! Too much to do!
Posted by: Patty T | July 30, 2008 at 10:34 AM
So cute! And also very beautiful! They are going on my list of things to make for the holidays.
Posted by: Alexis | July 30, 2008 at 02:47 PM
The bugs....are brilliant. Love them! They will make wonderful gifties for Christmas.
Posted by: Crystal | July 30, 2008 at 05:50 PM
I'm totally doing placemats and coaster for christmas..SHAZAM!
Posted by: brit | July 30, 2008 at 07:39 PM
I Love those!! Perfect small project!!
Posted by: Kim | July 31, 2008 at 09:57 PM
I Love those!! Perfect small project!!
Posted by: Kim | July 31, 2008 at 09:58 PM
Oh my word those are so precious. I love how small the details are. Do you use just one thread when embroidering? I am a total beginner. But I love it.
Posted by: Shannon | August 01, 2008 at 02:24 AM
Wow! What a great idea! I have hand-knit coasters, but this gives me another project to embroider! Thank you for the inspiration!
Posted by: Heather | August 01, 2008 at 11:26 AM
Oh my goodness, Anne! Those are ADORABLE!
Posted by: Amy Wing | August 02, 2008 at 11:31 PM
I had intended to give coasters last year, and even though I know they are super easy, I never got motivated to start them. What is up with me? Maybe this year.
Posted by: Tracy | August 05, 2008 at 09:53 AM