Colouring Linen for Embroidery

[@paulaoconnor498]

I am so happy this tutorial is here. I have just bought A Good Drying Day and the Watering Can and now feel brave enough to paint the linen. Thank you for the little note inside that directed me to the blog, which led me here.

[@bluemerlinmakes]

Nicki, thank you for such a relaxing and encouraging tutorial 😊 I really like that you’re not been overly precious about embroidery - that it’s meant to be relaxing, fun, and doesn’t have to be perfect!

[@tranhtheuhangkhoa]

Thank you for sharing this amazing tutorial on colouring linen for embroidery!

[@Gail_Blanton]

Missed the live stream. So glad you were able to upload it for future viewing.

[@gillianmercer3411]

Loved your lesson on painting linen 💕💕💕Gillian & Sophie xxx

[@mariafeliciaferrari632]

I love it! such a terapeutic watch

[@deborahgarretty9500]

Thanks Nicki, it’s been so informative and given me the confidence to have a go myself x

[@stitchingbythesea1965]

Thanks for this Nicki, it was very informative and interesting. I only joined for a short time on the ‘live’ as I was at work, so lovely to catch up this evening. I’ve ordered the lighthouse so excited to see how you did this! Thank you 🌸💖

[@susanroberts1575]

As always - a wonderful tutorial, great info and yes, I think I'll have the confidence to begin one of my kits now! Thank you!

[@bnorfolk100]

Thanks so much Nicki, this has been so helpful!!!

[@groovygrump]

Thank you so much for recording and posting this wonderful tutorial. It was so very helpful and informative. I really appreciate it!

[@sewgatormomm]

Well, that was just fun! I messed up my first attempt at adding watercolor, but it still turned out fine in my eyes. This has given me loads more ideas and tips to do a much better job next time. Seeing that harbor scene up close convinced me to purchase it (and a couple other things as well). Thank you!

[@danam927]

❤️LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS TUTORIAL! Thank you so much!

[@evamariarobles1623]

Thank you so much for this useful tutorial. ❤️

[@estherh9036]

Nicki, you are the best! Thanks.

[@Gail_Blanton]

Absolutely love this. I’m itching to get my water colors out and make the little charts... and, of course, work on the kits that require a bit of painting. I have a set of Windsor Newton watercolors that will be a good starting place. Thank you so much for this great content!!!

[@maryconroy6231]

Thanks Nicki caught up on replay. I will go paint Seaside tomorrow. Really helps.

[@moirawhite8042]

Hi Nicki, I bought a set of Inktence pencils yesterday and coloured some calico with them and wet the fabric afterwards. I was surprised you left them dry? They really come ‘alive’ with water, on calico they didn’t bleed at all. Thanks for great video 🙂

[@thestitchery3889]

Moira White Thank you! I like to activate them on paper first so that I can control the colour - it bleeds a lot on linen 💕

[@cazkiwinz4300]

Activating them with Aloe gel or fabric medium instead of water stops the bleeding

[@mandyg657]

Great tutorial Nicki. Trying out my watercolour pencils and its not as scary as I thought ! Can I ask about the paper or is it card you were using as I'd like to get some to do some test colours as you suggested. Many thanks Mandy @ Popsydoodle Designs

[@sandycostello1302]

Thank you!! This was wonderful! Is it possible to still sign up for the 2020 monthly stitch? I’ve just discovered you.

[@thestitchery3889]

Sandy Costello Hi! Thank you so much. Yes still possible to subscribe - you can buy a full year sub and save money or catch up on just the ones you like best www.nickifranklin.com Haven xx

[@gerryburklow5097]

Thank you- very helpful info

[@julieheudebourck]

If you like the colour on your pallet let it dry after doing main picture then go in with a very dry brush to fill in edges, less spread of colour.

[@lacy5890]

Is there a special process to fix the watercolor paint so it doesn't fade or run due to humidity?

[@thestitchery3889]

Press with a hot dry iron to set the paint. If you are concerned about fading I recommend using high quality paints or fabric paint x

[@lacy5890]

@@thestitchery3889 Thank you for this information. I'm sure to have fun creating a special piece, knowing it will last a lifetime. Found those pencils on Amazon, can't wait to receive them. Thank you again 🤗💞

[@julieheudebourck]

Or do a horizon line colour sky then sea and then draw in your pictrue