Wool Bead Ornaments #1 (Pattern Only)

This listing is for one paper pattern, templates and ideas for six embellished wool ball ornaments.

Inspired by stitch samplers that I encountered years ago, these wool beads are lovely little stitch samplers in the round. Nothing compares to the enduring beauty and versatility of wool. Combining wool and decorative stitching with beads, buttons and findings results in a unique expression of creativity transformed into heirlooms to cherish, pass down or give as gifts. Embellished with the threads of your choice, you can create a work of art that is truly and uniquely your own.

This pattern is not a stitch tutorial. If you have a good grasp of basic stitch techniques, you will absolutely be able to master the different stitches needed to complete these designs. A foundation, along with a little patience and perseverance (and a helpful guide where appropriate) is all you need.

I cannot stress enough the importance of a good stitch book. Even if you are a “Stitcher Extraordinaire” you may still need guidance from time to time. You may know a stitch well, but sometimes forget how it starts or stops, or how to continue a stitch when you run out of thread. My favorite, comprehensive resource is Sue Spargo’s Creative Stitching 2nd Edition. It has great illustrations and pretty much covers all the bases.