Mountmellick Work: Irish White Embroidery By Jane Houston-Almqvist shsdparentproduct Cushion backing and pad are

Cushion backing and pad are not included

The stitch count is 187 by 225 and the original was stitched on 32 count Belfast linen using DMC stranded cottons

This is one of Hazel Blomkamp's earlier Embroidery designs created for the experienced embroiderer

Mill Hill Beads

Some Are Embroidered With Geometric Patterns In Cross-Stitch Or Satin-Stitch In Lustrous Floss Silk

Mountmellick Work: Irish White Embroidery By Jane Houston-Almqvist shsdparentproduct Cushion backing and pad areMountmellick Work Is Probably The Best Known Style Of Irish White Embroidery. The Richly Decorative Patterns Of Thick Cotton Thread Depict Natural Forms, Especially The Abundant Flora Of The Area. Although The Practice Has Declined, The Old Paper Patterns Were Preserved By Local Enthusiasts. The Author Had Access To These While Preparing This Work, Which Is Not Only A History Of The Craft, But Also A Practical Manual With Many Full Sized Patterns.