Tutorial: sparkling wreath with crystal berries

[@janicecalvert7199]

After watching your video where you mentioned having a problem finding silky leaves for your design. I was at hobby lobby today, and in the paper crafting section there were packages of different types of leaves… they looked like a fabric type material. I so enjoy your videos…your work is amazing!!

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

That is such a good idea! I hadn't thought of that - I was in the floral department and didn't look further, but I'll have to give it a try - thank you!

[@richterstitcher7936]

Katie thank you for sharing your techniques with us. So pretty

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you! I hope you'll give it a try - it's really fun and very easy

[@janet_idleknot]

Wow! Beautiful! Thanks so much for the tutorial.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you! I'm glad you liked it

[@reneebebla422]

Thank you for a great tutorial. I will have to check our craft stores for greenery now. There’s a lot of Christmas in July going on here. Your finish is beautiful and sparkly.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you, I'm so glad you liked it!

[@barbarahunter6375]

Thanks Katie for the tutorial. I love how you spend so much time going thru each stage. It makes us feel it’s doable. By the way I have just re watched the tutorial on specialty threads as I needed help choosing the correct threads for a project

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you - it is very doable! Truly, there's nothing to it at all.

[@thewildwonderfulmaker]

I am so excited for this kit to be released! I missed out on the Stacy Nash needle book and vowed I would never let that happen again! Thank you for a lovely tutorial!

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you, I hope you enjoy it! I loved stitching this piece!

[@melaniedavis2526]

Such a BEAUTIFUL finish! I'm excited to try this too! Thank you Katie for taking your time to show us how we can finish our drum like you do! I love that! It's adorable!! I ordered the stand for mine! 🥳🎉🥰 Hope you have a good day! 🥰

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you! It's super easy and very fun.

[@jomariehogle1980]

Oh this was a great tutorial. It turned out amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your talents. It sure is doable to get the bling we all love.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you! It really is incredibly easy - there's truly nothing to it!

[@paulettehabbit5482]

Very pretty. Thank you for sharing.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you for watching!

[@barbguenther2932]

Thank you so much!! What a fun project to make and your instructions are terrific! Can’t express my appreciation enough for your generosity. Thanks. Barb

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you, that's so kind! I'm glad you like it!

[@KellyGreen-io8js]

So beautiful! Thank you for the tutorial.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you, I'm glad you liked it!

[@lindaskinner5887]

Thank you for the interesting tutorial. Love the project.

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you for watching!

[@winapitts6723]

Watching with great interest. I am wondering why wrapping with thread instead of floral tape?

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

You could use floral tape, I just don't particularly like the look or the feel. I think thread gives more control and a more finished look so I prefer it, but there's no reason why you couldn't use floral tape.

[@janiceirving5822]

Beautiful. Do you use 9ne strand of floss for wrapping?

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Yes! You could use more but I think one provides a neater look and more control

[@donnaarroyo71]

What kind of containers for beads and sequins do you recommend for storage? And where do you get them? Thanks

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

I just use little clear plastic or acrylic boxes - you can get them on Amazon or Michaels

[@stitchinginhighheels9529]

Thank you for making this so doable.. I've got several ideas for this technique! 🪡👠

[@katiestrachanembroidery]

Thank you! But it really just is very doable - there's nothing hard about it at all - enjoy!