Many ancient peoples believed their gods lived in ponds, streams and other small bodies of water. These people believed that making an offering of a coin to the gods was a sure-fire way to have their wishes granted, or to bring them good luck and fortune. Throwing coins in a fountain remains a traditional way to make a wish to this day.
This needlepoint class features geometric stitches resembling golden coins surrounded by "splashes" of variegated green satin stitching and interesting borders in blue, yellow and green.
You'll build your skills as you master the Continental Stitch, Cross Stitch, and Satin Stitch. You'll also learn interesting, textured stitches including circular Jessicas, Eye Stitch, Double Straight Cross and Plaited Gobelin, and you will learn to attach seed beads to your completed needlepoint piece.
The pattern is stitched using seven different stitches in Pearl Cotton #5 and 6-strand floss on a cream colored background. The finished size is approximately 7.5 x 7.5 inches, and must be worked in a scroll frame on a stand, as you will need both hands to work the stitches.
Each step in this class is fully illustrated,and many steps will also include detailed photos.