Block 2 sewn down

Spent an hour sewing all the bits on in matching machine embroidery thread. I bought two sets of the Q&A threads from Big W a while back and they have been fine for the free motion stitching that I do. They worked out much cheaper than keeping on buying the threads one at a time from my LQS.

Sandi has the fish block at the end of her post.

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Finished block 6

Just finished off my second block. Block 6 in the pattern. As good as finished anyway. I just need some dark orange to top off the tea cup.

 

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Finishing Block 3

I finished off the applique and decided to add a bit of embroidery. I am no fan of attaching the pieces by hand but I don't mind a bit of stitchery.
I have a book called Fanciful Stitches Colourful Quilts by Laura Wasilowski that has inspired me to embellish things with some fancy stitches.
The background felt is a little bit flimsy so I think I will put some iron on interfacing on the back.

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