I’ve emerged from my months-long blissful state of stitching Birds of Beebe Woods, just long enough to show some process pictures of the crow, whom I’ve named Argyle.
He’s about 13″ from head to tail, with about 2 weeks worth of hand embroidery on his wool felt body.
- Poster – Birds of Beebe Woods
From time to time, I’ll be posting photos of the other birds in the scene. See the introductory post about Birds of Beebe Woods here. This is a brief report–the birds are calling out, “September deadline, September deadline!”
Update: Posters and cards of Birds of Beebe Woods are available in my Etsy Shop.
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SALLEY MAVOR 
A beautiful crow.
That is wonderful. I’ve been watching crows for about 5 years but have yet to make one. This is beautiful. have a good one.
Incredible! I always love seeing the details and this crow is amazing!
You never cease to stun me with your beautiful work.
Thanks for sharing this.
gorgeous…The embroidery is beautiful and I always wonder how you can make the legs of the crow as realistic
This crow is just beautiful! Looks so real!
Fabulous! Those stitches on the crow’s breast would make a great Fair Isle pattern in those colors. You could call it Beebe’s Fair Isle. 😉
very cool! And so much work involved! Love the name.
Absolutely fantastic…something definitely to CROW about! I would love to see this in person so will “stay tuned” to hear more about the finished project. Love this piece beyond words!
Oh my he is really coming to life! What a beautiful piece of work!
Happy sewing
Salley, I love the crow. Every time I read one of your posts, I wish that I was sitting beside you in your studio watching you work. Thank you for each post that shows your procedure. I really appreciate seeing how you work.
Gita
Salley, you are a wonder! The detail, the color choices, the vision that all go into your creations leave me speechless. I look forward to every posting–please don’t ever stop! An awestruck fan-Cynthia
Your stitching is absolutely gorgeous, really loving how this piece is coming out.
Debbie
What a wonderful bird! Your choice of stitches are unique, love it. Thank you for sharing with us.
Gorgeous! Wish I had your mind.
Your work is amazing and inspiring… I’d love to craft birds! Thanks for sharing.
Hi Sally, Argyle is stunning! I love your intricate stitching. I am a painter and often combine it with collage. Some of my large pieces resemble quilts that I thought you might like to check out, (no beautiful stitching though!) I also have done a series of 3 paintings on crows. I love them!
Best wishes,
Sandy
Your work is fabulous. All the work you put in to your items really shows.
Oh my gosh! Stunning work. I will really have to see this one in person!
M E R A V I G L I O S O!!!
What a lovely bird. Your work is so inspiring!
Love it, the stitiching is so inspiring, Thanks for sharing.
This is just fantastic! Very inspiring.
HI 🙂 Found your blog via Needleprint.
I’m a stumpworker – and I love birds. Can you talk about making Arglye’s feet? Wrapped wire? He has weeny little claws! Wonderful!