Machine Embroidery sampling, Week 1

My first week of machine embroidery was quite interesting as I found that with just the simplest of techniques/stitches I could create some interesting samples. 

We had to produce 15 samples using straight and zig-zag stitch, reverse lever and layering/appliqué. I have chosen my favourite 8 samples to show on my blog, i feel that these particular pieces show the techniques in totally different ways but they all still show connections to my research and drawings.