The Accidental Embroiderer

The June Seahorse

OK, time for June’s free design, which is a simple seahorse that I originally did as a commission a few years ago. Normally I would never distribute a commissioned design, but the client has said that she’s happy for me to give it away (Thanks, Cathy!). It’s an applique design, for the 5 x 7 hoop, with 12,834 stitches 

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Could be more interesting?

To be honest I think this stitchout looks a bit boring, but you could make it a lot better if you used more interesting fabrics and threads. For the original commission I used metallic threads, metallic fabric and a painted background, and the result was a lot more eye-catching than this version. But at least the fact that it's simple means that you can see the details of the design, and choose whatever colours and materials you think will work

As usual, if you’d like this design, just send a comment to the blog asking for the seahorse and I’ll get it out to you. By the way, if I don’t answer, it’s probably because the message I sent to you bounced – this happens quite a lot. So if I don’t reply, try again from another address

48 thoughts on “The June Seahorse

  1. I love the seahorse and would appreciate the file! Thank you so very much for your generosity!

  2. I would love to have this seahorse. I can see using mylar,organza or Angelina Fibers.
    Thanks
    Michelle

  3. I am planning a seahorse project (one of these days…) and this seahorse would go very nicely! Could you please make it available to me? Love it and thank you!
    Cathy

  4. I would love to add this seahorse to my collection, I live by the water and have aquatic quilt blocks. thank you for sharing.
    Hugs Linda

  5. I love your seahorse, especially the unique way you have represented the ripples of water (or so I see!)
    Please send me this file; he will look great on a towel with organza background!
    Thank you,
    Jawi

  6. I would like to use this seahorse on something for my granddaughter, as she loves any kind of sea life.

  7. Thank you for the lovely Seahorse. I live in a resort community on the beach and this would be so pretty on items I use.

  8. He is NOT boring! He is lovely and I would love to use him on a project of my own. Thanks for sharing his handsome self with us!

  9. I would love to have the seahorse design. My sister just renewed her wedding vowels this past May. her theme was anything doing with the sea. Thank you

  10. Hi, I love your seahorse and would love to have it to use on beach towels for my grandchildren.
    thanks for considering my request for this design.
    Gail

  11. I love the seahorse design. can you please send it to me. Thanks a lot. Riaana

  12. Beautiful Seahorse! Not boring at all. Lots of options in material and glitzy threads for many different looks. Would love to have the design. Thanks for sharing your talent.
    Claudia

  13. I think this seahorse is beautiful and from your description the original must have been stunning. Do you have a photo?
    I would love this file too please.

  14. I love the colors and would a copy of the design. Thanks.
    Also, I love your zentangle animals; may I purchase the designs? Please let me know the price.

  15. Hi I just found your blog and love your design. I would love for you to send it to me so I might stitch it out. I think my grand kids would love it!

  16. Add me to the list. I’d appreciate receiving the seahorse design. It is lovely.

  17. Actually, I love the simplicity. Every design doesn’t have to be complicated. I like putting simple ones with more complicated designs.
    Yes, please, it’s beautiful, and I would love to receive a copy.

  18. I had horses for forty years. always on my birthday I would make sure I would do something with them. I would love to have the seahorse so I can embroider it today keeping my birthday tradition alive.

  19. I love the seahorse and would love to put her on a project. Thank you for your gift.

  20. Love the seahorse – please send it. Sea creatures are great currently looking for a sea turtle

  21. Your artwork is so inspiring. I would really like to add this little guy to my collection. Thank you so much for sharing. Deena

  22. The seahorse is great–maybe add a few bubbles in iridescent thread?? Thanks for making it available to us. Please send!

  23. I would love your seahorse design. Each month I look forward to your monthly free designs!!

  24. You won’t believe this but I used to think seahorses weren’t real! I was well into adulthood before I realised – sad but true! I would love the file for this please. Many thanks.

  25. I would love to have your seahorse design. I am having the bull, ram, and goat matted and framed. I will send you a photo when I get them. they will hang in my newly remodeled kitchen.
    Jane in Kansas

  26. I would love to have the seahorse, my sister is wild for them and has a birthday coming up! This one is very special!

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