I fell in love with biscornus when I saw one on someone's blog. I searched for instructions and patterns and this is what I came up with. They really are not hard to do - just time-consuming. I have seen some done in just fabric, sewn together but I think the cross-stitched ones are so pretty.
I used instructions found here: http://own-two-hands.livejournal.com/4186.html Before I put it all together, I decided to add a piece of complimentary-coloured cotton fabric to the back of each side of the biscornu design to make it sturdier and so that the batting didn't come through. Since completing this one I have plans to make more. There are some really nice free patterns out there.
Oooooo very nice! Those kind of things do take time to make indeed! 8-)
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!
ReplyDeleteI love those biscornoos! Thanks for posting the link to the instructions, which are so very clear and helpful.
ReplyDeleteJust lovely :) I used to do cross stitch when I was in my 20's , and yes it is very time consuming, I really appreciate the work that people put into there canvases.
ReplyDeleteBTW.. I am now using Firefox and so far no more problems with blogs :)
Hi Dolores,
ReplyDeleteLovely work and isn't cross stitch neat to do.
Hugs
Carolyn
What a great idea! I am going to have to try these!
ReplyDeleteNice to read you over to my blog, good luck with the giveaway;)
ReplyDeleteI see we share the love of making hats:)Your quilts look fabulous.
They are really sweet arent they... Ive seen something like this in the UKs latest edition of needlecrafts magazine, I love the colours and how they have been made. They are so handy for presents!!
ReplyDeleteyour cross-stitch is beautiful! i did many cross-stitched pieces when i was younger (and was willing to take the time!). i admire your patience and skill in making the biscornu...fabulous! :)
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