Step 2 ~ Trace the applique shapes onto the dull side of the freezer paper. Cut out on the drawn line. Iron each shape onto the right side of your felt pieces. Cut out each shape with a small pair of scissors. Step 3 ~ Position the felt shapes in place and applique one at a time using a small Whip stitch and corresponding DMC thread colour. Begin with the chimney, then the main building, roof, windows and door.
Handy Hint Trace your shapes using a sharp tipped pencil and cut out on the line, this will ensure your templates remain the correct size.
Whip Stitch
STEP 2 Step 4 ~ Work the main flower stems using Back stitch (2 strands, 3369). Work the smaller stems using Straight stitch (2 strands, 580). Work the small flowers using French knots ( 2 strands, 3 wraps, 927). Work the smoke trail using Running stitch (3 strands, 841).
Step 5 ~ Trim back the embroidered panel to 3 ½" x 5 ¾". Cut two strips measuring 1 ¼" x 5 ¾" from the patchwork fabrics. Cut one strip measuring 1 ¼" x 9 ½" from main fabric and one measuring 1 ½" x 9 ½". Cut one rectangle 5" x 5 ¾" from main fabric. Cut one 2" x 9 ½" from the feature floral fabric. Piece the shapes together pressing seams as you work.
STEP 4
STEP 5