Teresa Wentzler's own description of this fantasy season fairy design reads: "Seated among dark green holly leaves, winter's brunette faerie is dressed for the chill in the air in shades of gray, pink, turquoise and violet, and her gossamer butterfly wing shimmer in the same iridescent shades of sunlit frost. A holly motif border accented with beads completes this winter-flavored design" .
She also generously shares the inspiration for her exceptional artwork. "Imaginary beings are some of my favorite subjects. Because they are pure fantasy, they can take on any characteristics I choose. By placing these beings in "real" settings, the sense of unreality is heightened, allowing the viewer's (stitcher's) imagination to take over. Although I used photographic reference for the shape and structure of the wings, the colors are purely imaginary. Evergreen holly with its red berries seemed to best exemplify winter's foliage. If a "frosty" or "shimmering" effect is desired, metallic blending filament could easily be added to this design."
You'll work this beautiful fantasy piece in cotton flosses on 28 evenweave fabric. Absolutely beautiful!
Size: 9.625" x 9.625"
Kit contains: complete counted cross stitch instructions, design chart, needle, pre-sorted cotton embroidery floss, beads, 28 ct evenweave fabric. Proudly made in the USA
Artist: © Teresa Wentzler
Manufacturer: Designs by Teresa Wentzler , Leisure Arts
Year/Condition: 1997/ Vintage New
