OCF – Mystery XVII – 2014
This was a Mystery in 2014 – the theme was Nymphs in their forest…
The Nymphs’ Garden Mandala — In a dark forest at sunrise you see the 4 Nymphs dancing in the veils of the foggy dusts…Water Nymph — Tree Nymph — Fern Nymph –Leaf Nymph. They are mere silhouettes, no faces – just a hint of something — a fairytale, nothing tangible!
Surrounded by huge leafs and tiny grasses, Waterlilies and buds, bare trees with strange “body” shapes (are they Nymphs too)? The colors are soft and dusky – muted and veiled. Lots of Special Stitches and as well lots of beads make the sparkling dew drops come alive.
You stitch a dreamy picture of airy, translucent, and barely visible Nymphs, dancing in the shade under large leaves. The Nymphs are worked over one and highlighted with backstitching and beads. You see Waterlilies in the corners, a pond in the center.
“Dancing” trees form a frame for the plants, leaves, and beings in the woods.
Size: The mere design size for this piece is 369 x 369 stitches, you will need to add the amount of free fabric you will use for your personal idea of finishing.
Recommended Fabric: 14/28 count or 16/32 count in white, cream or a dark blue, black
etc.
Materials: Many different brands, materials, and structures of thread are used, together with beads and crystals. All together with the Special Stitches, you will embroider a tactile design with lots of intricacies. You can check the material list here.