The Beach Huts
You will need the following colours…
#553, #160, #743, #519, #471, #907, #996
Use 2 strands throughout unless otherwise stated.
Hut 1…
- Brick stitch the main areas first before satin stitching the roof.
- #996: Stitch a cross in the round window.
- #160: To finish stitch a long stitch up each side of the walls and around the door.
Hut 2…
- Straight stitch the single vertical Green stripes first.
- Fill in between the green stripes with the blue vertical stitches – you may need a single stitch or 2 stitches to fill the gap.
- Straight stitch above and below the door after satin stitching.
- Straight stitch the green flag to finish the roof.
Hut 3…
- After satin stitching the stripes – stitch long stitches either side in the same colour to finish.
- Stitch a cross in the circle window and back stitch the outer edge.
All 3 huts are now complete and they look so summery in their gorgeous bright colours…
Now for a bit of…
Beach Fun!
The colours needed are given next to each area.
Use 2 strands throughout unless otherwise stated.
Beach ball & Bucket:
#996, #472, #712, #347, #742, #839
- Using the photo as a guide – stitch the ball stripes first before completing the ball with the white top circle.
- Straight stitch the handle and arm of the spade, then satin stitch the spade itself.
- Satin stitch the bucket vertically with #742 & then split stitch the handle over the top of the satin stitch. Straight stitch the inner brown area and back stitch #742 the outer rim of the bucket.
Ships Wheel, Yacht and Crab:
#839, #712, #743, #519, #3712, #223: These little stitcheries are eaqsy to do – just follow the colour and stitch guide here…
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Happy Stitching!
