Anne McCahill will guide you through a delightful mixed-media project that combines painting and embroidery to create a one-of-a-kind textile artwork. Start by designing a serene sky and grass scene—or any background you desire—using fabric paint or watercolor paints. Experiment with brushstrokes, color blending, and various techniques to achieve the perfect backdrop for your piece.

Once your painted background has dried, bring it to life by stitching a vibrant "bed" of flowers onto the fabric. Explore a variety of thread colors and embroidery stitches, such as satin stitch, French knots, and stem stitch, to craft realistic petals, leaves, and blossoms. The result is a stunning fusion of painted imagery and dimensional embroidery.

This project allows you to explore both 2D and 3D textile art techniques in an imaginative way. Your finished piece can be displayed as art, turned into decorative pillows, or transformed into a wall hanging. It can even…