My major piece of embroidery for this fall, winter, and probably spring as well, is a piece based on the Bayeux Tapestry. It will be at the aprpoximate height of the original embroidery (but, of course, signficantly less wide....). It will have figures meant to represent my husband and myself (in our historic re-enactment personae), and our usual arts (needlework frames for me, cooking for my husband).
The piece is designed and has been transferred to the linen which has mostly been put on the frame (called "dressing" the frame) -- just have to do the lacing and final stretch. I also have all my threads purchased. Tomorrow I should finish up the lacing and stretching.
Looking for more information on the Bayeux Tapestry? My favorite book for photos is this one -- David Wilson's The Bayeux Tapestry. It is nice and large and the photos are very clear.
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