Today we'll be making stockings. The stocking block, with its white cuff, has the potential to look a lot like the mitten block that we made on Day, so I decided to change things up. Instead of using matching white embroidery floss to blanket stitch the cuff, I used the same green that I planned to use for the lazy daisy holly leaves. The stitching definitely shows up more, so I worked hard to keep it even, but I think the contrast is worth it.
And here's the stocking block that I made for my traditional pillow. I love the background fabric for this block, especially how the holly leaves and berries echo the stitching on the stocking's cuff. And the red tweed wool? Seriously gorgeous!
That's it for today! Have fun stitching your stockings and I'll see you back here on Saturday for Day 7!
—jen