I created this heirloom inspired blouse by combining 3 different designs from my "Traditional Florals" collection. I then re-sized, rotated and reversed them until I got a pleasing composition, then I changed all of the colors to white to give the design more adhesion. The result I feel is very traditional and timeless. To see all of the designs in this collection go to www.kenparsonsdesigns.com

The embroidery to the left was created solely using designs from my new "Fantastic Floral" Collection. While as you can see from the left (where the individual designs are displayed) the designs were created as multi-color designs, I chose to use them all as one color, that color being black. I think the monotone color pallette gives the overall design unity and power. These incredibly veratile designs are a must have for any embroiderer, that is designing for fashion or home interiors. You will be able to see the collection in it's entirety at both www.annthegran.com and www.kenparsonsdesigns.com on May 23,2007.

Traditional embroidery designs have always consisted of a combination of stylized flowers and leaves. These patterns were passed on from generation to generation. Some minor changes have been made in individual motifs and the designs created by the combination of these motifs varies, but the overall feel has remained the same. Starting in the 1980's with the advent of personal computers and easier and more versatile digitizing techniques, it became possible to create more realisitc embroidery and the types of designs possible are now endless.
My new collection of traditional florals, which will be released in the next few weeks harkens back to that simpler time in embroidery design. The individual motifs are created in multiple colors but work just a well as one color designs. I love these designs and they also work well with my paisley collection. I hope you enjoy them and you will be able to find them as always at www.kenparsonsdesigns.com.