I have been following a discussion on the ANG Online concerning backgrounds. Jan Sprague, a very accomplished stitcher, asked for suggestions for her background. I was intrigued by the request and went to her blog to see the finished piece. Needless to say, I had to scroll back to read all the discussion on this wonderful design. Jan took the piece to the Canvas Embellishment Class at an ANG seminar. The class was taught by Meredith Willett, Suzanne Howren, Beth Robertson and Tony Minieri. They had suggested a bargello stitch for the sky but Jan decided it was too heavy.What I love about her discussion is her willingness to use the stitch guide as a guide; she was able to use it as a jumping off point. Ultimately she decided to do a four continental in a single strand of silk. It was a very successful choice because the sky recedes. IFor those of you who enjoy stitching painted canvases, I recommend reading her blogs on this piece!
