No freebies this week, I'm afraid, because I've been working on something else. Not far from here, in the Aberdeenshire town of Banchory, there's an excellent little fishmonger on the High Street. When I stopped in there the other day to buy some fish for dinner, I was astonished to see that the owner was exhibiting a very interesting collection of artwork on his shop walls. And, not surprisingly, all the artwork was of fish and fishy subjects.
Well, I couldn’t let that pass, of course, so I’ve been collecting some of my more fishy designs from past years and stitching them out, hoping that they’ll eventually appear in the fishmonger’s shop. Besides these old pieces I’ve also put together a new work of two fish, which feature Mylar to give a realistic shine to their scales. I really do love to use Mylar in these designs – it adds so much visual appeal. You probably can't see it clearly in this image, but both fish have bright, shiny scales thanks to the Mylar layer on top of the base embroidery
Two fish for the fish shop
So when the framer has finished his work, I'll be taking these into Banchory and hoping that they'll find favour with the fishmonger
Mia, how super cool are these fish, when you open to a larger view they are amazingly shiny. WHAT A WONDERFUL EFFECT!
Hi Mia, Your fish is Stunning! The effect of the thread that you used gives a spectacular reflective, shiny effect. I predict that the owner of the fishmonger is going to Love your fish embroidery designs.
That’s a great idea Mia I’m sure he will be delighted to hang these in his shop. I to like Mylar which I have just recently found and think it’s great .
You are so lucky to have a “fishmonger” nearby. I think the last time I heard that word was in an old English movie or perhaps Charles Dickens. I am sure he will enjoy that special embroidery. Fish are his life and he will be excited that you are so thoughtful.
Does he have a fish net draped along his walls with all kinds of antique fishing gear sitting in it? I remember seeing that once.
You will have to get a photo of your embroidery hanging with all the other fish. Sounds like a really special place.
Quelle bonne idée le Mylar !
Je suis sûre que ta collection de poissons va intéresser le poissonnier
Encore une belle exploration
Here fishy, fishy, fishy! They are delightful with their shiny scales and sumptuous details! I’m sure the fishmonger will love them as much as I do.