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** Preparing the Pieces and Sewing
the Block **
I suggest for this one, since there are once again
many pieces, that you print off several copies of the templates. Darken the outlines for
each piece you will need...cut out...add the 1/4" seam allowances. Dotted
lines on the
templates show pieces that are underneath other pieces. I didn't list it as a needed
color, but you will also need an 8 1/2-9" square of white background
fabric! You'll also need some dark embroidery floss to embroider the birds beaks :o)
Follow the directions below for order of placement
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On an 8 1/2"-9" square of white background
fabric, lay out ALL the pieces, so that you can arrange them where you like them best.
Remove all but the branch unit and the Birds 1,2,3 and 4 underwings, pin them in place,
and appliqué them to the background, using thread to match the pieces being sewn on... |
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Next pin on the leaves, and appliqué
them in place,
using thread to match ... |
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Then pin on the Bird 1 and 2 bodies, and
appliqué them in place, using thread to match ... |
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Now add the Bird 3 body and the Bird 2 wing, and
appliqué them in place, using thread to match ... |
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Next add the Bird 4 body and the Bird 3 wing, and
appliqué them in place, using thread to match ... |
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Lastly, add the Bird 4 top wing, and the berries,
and appliqué them in place, using thread to match. Embroider the beaks using a satin
stitch and black floss...listen to them sing! :o)
Here's
one that Nancy made! Linda's!
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