After a year of patient work, completing the dollhouse miniature Petit Point carpet VESNA feels like witnessing a season’s renewal in full bloom. The intricate design of intertwining leaves and delicate flowers perfectly embodies the essence of its name.
Signed at the bottom 20NF24
Each stitch captures the vibrancy and freshness of the season, with verdant greens and pastel hues blending seamlessly to mimic the soft, natural gradients of nature awakening.
The use of over-dyed silk floss (Classic Colorworks and Gloriana) played a vital role in achieving this effect, as the subtle color variations within the threads bring a dynamic depth to the foliage and blossoms. These subtle shifts in tone create a lifelike impression of sunlight filtering through leaves and flowers gently swaying in a spring breeze.
The finished piece not only reflects the beauty of the season but also symbolizes perseverance and renewal, a fitting tribute to the patience and dedication poured into completing this miniature masterpiece.
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It measures 6 ¼” x 9” with fringe.
It is stitched on 48 count silk gauze with over dyed silk floss, 12 colors. Total of 127,158 tiny stitches.
Miniature carpet VESNA is signed at the bottom with the initials NF and a year of completion 2024.
If you are interested in stitching it, you can find the kit HERE.
The design is available for stitching on 40 and 48 count silk gauze.
The kit comes with DMC cotton floss and shopping list for overdyed silks.
The image below shows the colors of used DMC cotton floss.
Little things make big days!
Natalia Frank