Materials Needed:

1. Fabric: White or light-colored cotton or linen.

2. Embroidery Hoop: 3-8 inch hoop.

3. Needles: Embroidery needles (size 7 or 9).

4. Threads: DMC embroidery floss in the suggested colors.

5. Scissors and Fabric Marker/Pencil: For transferring the design.

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. Transfer the Pattern:

– Use a lightbox or window to trace the design onto your fabric with a fabric pencil or pen. Ensure all details are visible.

2. Embroidering the Deer:

– Body (Brown Fur):

– Stitch: Long and short stitch for a realistic fur effect.

– Colors: DMC 3852 (dark brown), DMC 3776 (medium brown), and DMC 3778 (light brown).

– Blend the colors to create shading, with the darker tones around the edges and lighter tones in the center.

– White Spots on the Back:

– Stitch: Satin stitch.

– Color: DMC Blanc (white).

– Face Details:

– Eyes: Use satin stitch for the black part (DMC 310) and add a small white dot with French knots (DMC Blanc) for the sparkle.

– Nose: Satin stitch with DMC 310 (black).

– Inner Ears: Satin stitch with DMC 3771 (light peach).

– Chest and Underbelly (White Fur):

– Stitch: Long and short stitch.

– Color: DMC Blanc (white).

3. Embroidering the Floral Frame:

– Greenery (Leaves and Stems):

– Stitch: Stem stitch for stems and fishbone stitch for leaves.

– Colors: Use a combination of DMC 3346 (medium green), DMC 702 (bright green), and DMC 3819 (yellow-green) for variation.

– Flowers:

– Petals: Use lazy daisy stitch or satin stitch for each petal.

– Color: DMC 754 (light peach) or DMC 761 (pinkish-peach).

– Centers: French knots with DMC 676 (yellow).

4. Final Touches:

– Go over any missed details and ensure all threads are securely fastened at the back.

– Gently wash the fabric to remove any fabric pen marks, and press it from the back using a cloth to protect the stitches.

Tips:

– Use 2-3 strands of floss for most areas, depending on the desired thickness.

– Practice blending colors on a scrap fabric to achieve smooth transitions.

– Keep your stitches consistent for a polished look.

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