Unless you're involved in needlepoint, you may not have heard of bargello, but chances are you've seen it! Bargello is a form of embroidery that is created through a series of upright flat stitches laid out in interesting patters. Bargello was trditionally stitches in wool on canvas, making it very durable and perfect for pillows, upholstery, and even carpet. But you can use bargello to create unique cards and paper projects that will deinitely leave your customers wowed!
Bargello is perfet for showing off Stampin' Up!'s fun Designer Series paper and a great way to use those strips of leftover paper that you don't want to throw away but don't know what to do with.
To create the beautiful patterns found on our Thanks So Much card and our Kind Thanks card, start out with our brand-new Nursery Suite Designer Series paper.
(The new Nursery Suite Designer series paper that's been used on these cardswill be available in the 2010-2011 Idea Book & Catalog) (Tip: the bargello technique works best with striped papers).
1. Cut Designer Series paper into strips of varying width.
2. Align colors into desired pattern. Adherer to Whisper White card stock.
3. Using tabletop paper cutter, cut card stock into desired size.
4. Adhere bargello piece to card (or other project).
5. Step back and admire your work!
