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Applique
(Refer to October Block of the Month for appliqué methods). Can be needle-turn (add scant 1/4″ turn-under edge) or fusible (satin or zigzag stitch).
Trace unto appropriate paper, freezer or fusible (will have to be reversed). Following diagram, place on bird and stitch accordingly.
Add a French knot for the eye, 3-strands white DMC around the needle 3X- Embroider legs with 3 strands black DMC and a stem stich
- Change up the bird colours, if you like, but stay with dark, medium and light body colours on a beige background.
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