Actually this will be very useful for making eyes on stumpwork portraits.
Make the coloured iris with a Carina's Knot,
and in the dimple place a French Knot with black thread.
Then add a tiny Straight Stitch for that glint in the eye.
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Now, there is one that comes with a use. Great!
How perfect for an eye!
Lovely knots ! I have fallen in love with the Colonial knot ! Love your homework pieces :) x
That eye is really effective!
I've not stitched those kinds of knots. Lovely eye.
Beautiful work, Queenie, that knot is perfect for making an iris look realistic.
Your stitches look fabulous.
I tried your knot, your instructions were easy to follow,a nice change to the colonial knot I use.
Thanks for the eye tip.
Hi Queenie,
Playing catch-up!
I must try that knot, I do love embroidering eyes and this looks a bit easier than the eye I did for my Polka Dot Lady! 😁
Hugs,
Barbara xx
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