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Hi Arleen, I did try the method described in the book but found this method produced better results for me. So yes I did use this method everywhere. If you're interested in reading more about my journey with this piece, I wrote about it on my blog d1-d2.blogspot.com/search/label/Midnight%20Meander I stitched it 2 years ago but if you have any questions at all please don't hesitate to reach out.

@@d1d271 Thank you so much!!! I will be ordering the kit soon and know I'll enjoy reading your blog. It's always so helpful when someone else has done a project and shares their knowledge, especially a more complicated one like this. I had a quick look at your pics, and you did an amazing job of stitching it. It looks spectacular. I'm also thinking of ordering the needlelace one that's in ecru shades.

@@marleenoceanbreeze6510 I'm happy to hear you found the posts helpful 😊 I also have the needlelace in ecru shades. I actually have 4 Hazel Blomkamp kits in my stash. I really should get around to stitching them 😆

@@d1d271 Don't we all have more things to stitch than hours in a day lol. I'll be ordering 2 of the patterns today, and also plan on ordering hoops. Hazel doesn't mention what size to use. Did you use a hoop, and if so, what size, please? I'm surprised she recommends plastic hoops as most people prefer wood. Thanks :)

@@marleenoceanbreeze6510 The plastic hoops Hazel recommends are the Susan Bates. They give a good tension but yes people usually prefer wood. I like neither. My go to choice are slate frames when I can, which is what I used with this project. I really don't like hoop marks :) If you had to go with a hoop, get a size that is comfortable and fits the entire design with some room to maneuver near the edges.

The piece is a kit by Hazel Blomkamp called midnight meander. The beads are Miyuki and I'm stitching with DMC cotton

Hi, you can find the book in Jenny's shop here jennyadin-christieembroidery.com/product/fundamental-whitework-techniques-book

This book is already out. You can find it online at BookDepository. There is a link in the description box :)

I would love to as I have a growing library of embroidery books. I work full time though so time is limited :) I will make an effort this year. Was there a specific book you wanted a review on?

@@d1d271 Yeah, I could imagine! :-) If it will be possible, I would like to know more about these books: www.bookdepository.com/Stumpwork-Butterflies-Moths-Jane-Nicholas/9781863514521?ref=grid-view&qid=1550587983254&sr=1-1 The Royal School of Needlework Book of Embroidery : A Guide to Essential Stitches, Techniques and Projects - www.bookdepository.com/Royal-School-Needlework-Book-Embroidery-Various/9781782216063 www.bookdepository.com/Exquisite-Threads-English-Embroidery-1600s-1900s/9780724104024 London Society Fashion 1905-1925 : The Wardrobe of Heather Firbank - www.bookdepository.com/London-Society-Fashion-1905-1925-Cassie-Davies-Strodder/9781851778317 The House of Worth : Portrait of a Fashion Archive - www.bookdepository.com/House-Worth-Amy-de-La-Haye/9781851777747 Arts and Crafts Embroidery - www.bookdepository.com/Arts-Crafts-Embroidery-Laura-Euler/9780764344091 World Dress Fashion in Detail be VA publishing (and other books from London museum) And it isn't end of the list :-)))

Your welcome!

I was thinking about geometrical patterns too :) This books is great to learn the foundation and the projects will help with that.

Glad you found the review informative :)