Let's start by saying Kiriki Press packaging is always so attractive. Secondly, this was a fun project to do for Halloween weekend. The design is great and I haven't seen anything like it in samplers or otherwise. GRIPES: I felt like I was struggling a bit during the practice stitch section. I needed more instruction on the Closed Herringbone Darning. I had no idea what it wanted of me until I looked at the finished project on the cover. And during the diaper stitching (thanks for the history lesson on that!), I wanted some best practices on how to stitch this style efficiently. I felt like the Floral Lace was a mess even though it ended up objectively just fine. PRAISE: the center project pattern itself is outstanding--everything is clearly labeled, laid out, and there's a suggested stitching order for the sections. I liked this intro to blackwork and had fun practicing!
This is the cutest! Great seasonal project. I'd never done blackwork before and learned how to do that with this. After completing this, I'd like to try other Kiriki samplers.
I love the Kiriki samplers and this one is no exception. Great little design for Halloween time. I enjoyed stitching it up!
Happy to have been able to pick up this sampler from Kiriki's sampler club. A beautiful and spooky little piece to work on!
