Bittersweet Acorn

Bittersweet Acorn was first offered as a retreat piece in 2021. It is now included in the book, When the Leaves Fall. Instructions for finishing as a drum are included.

Bittersweet Acorn by Blackbird Designs cover.

Stitch Count: 55w x 56h
Recommended Fabric: 36ct Wren by Picture This Plus

  • 14/28ct 3 3/4 x 4
  • 16/32ct  3 3/8 x 3 1/2
  • 18/36ct  3 x 3 1/8
  • 20/40ct  2 5/8 x 2/34

Recommended Floss: Weeks Dye Works

  • Cinnamon Twist /DMC 975
  • Cocoa / DMC 610
  • Cognac / DMC 3826 Algerian Eye Stitches
  • Dirt Road /DMC 612
  • Oscar / DMC 3011
  • Roasted Fig / DMC 300
  • Tobacco Road / DMC 3013
  • Swamp Water / DMC 3021

Specialty Stitches: Algerian Eye

Stitched by Pat Geary on 16ct Regency by Picture This Plus and mounted on a small cutting board from Hobby Lobby.

Bittersweet Acorn.