I've still got a bit of stitching to do on my BOAF bee skep, but I am nearly there. Had I not been ill last weekend, I think it would be finished now. Oh well, I'll get there.
I wanted to share my next project. I recently ordered Wendy KC Designs, "Strawberry Bag with 3 Sweeties" and have been studying the instructions. Is anyone planning on stitching this? I have to admit I am a little confused by the instructions. I'm not sure who to ask for clarification. I've not yet stitched and finished a bag like this, though I know more or less how to make the accessories.
In case anyone is working on this and happens by...my questions so far:
There are two pieces of linen--if I understand the instructions the smaller piece is for the bottom of the bag, however the illustration shows the larger piece for the bag, a few of the accessories and the smaller piece is for the rest of the accessories.
The instructions call for basting along the short side on one side. Which side do I choose?
I believe I start stitching on the right side and work to the left and the bag patter gets repeated four times with ten threads in between.
Should I cut apart my linen for the accessories, or wait until I've got everything stitched?
I'm sure I'll have more questions as I go. I also have a feeling that as I begin stitching it will make more sense, but I'm a visual person and wish there were more illustrations on how to do this.
Any help is appreciated!