Patterns: Sun embroidery

Sun embroidery pattern by Jackie Hyder

Christmas has passed and I don't know about everyone else but at least here in the Northern Hemisphere, I think there's probably quite a few people looking forward to some sun. So whilst we're waiting how about stitching up a sun of your own? This lovely pattern by HyJackArt, feels almost a little medieval to me and I like that, you can find it here.

Patterns: Sunburst Lion

When I saw Cate Anevski's free Sunburst Lion pattern, over on her blog Bee's Knees Activities (scroll down to June), I just had to stitch it. All that running stitch creates a wonderful visual and textural effect. This pattern reminds me of retro children's illustrations and could be used in so many ways. I used my finished piece to make an oversized tote (just perfect for carting large packets of nappies from the shops) and it is now my new favourite bag.