In theory I have added a Header to one of my swatches. (the flower heads on gimp stalks with a sequin and bullion knot seam attaching it to the main piece) The header should allow me to join all the embroidered swatches creating a cloth book, a book of embroidered samples. I am beginning to wonder though if what I have done here was purely self indulgent as opposed to functional. The swatch got bigger, longer, the header is attached but did it need to be this opulent? I guess it doesn't matter aside from the fact I now love this piece so much I'm not sure I want to hide it in a cloth book. My other swatches are still to have headers created and attached. I'm thinking I need to create them all in a similar, opulent vein in order that this one doesn't seem out of place. This afternoon I will begin the next one, the next header...it's such a hard life lol, planning encrusted surfaces, embroidery and all things pretty. I  don't suppose there's anything wrong with a little self indulgence is there. 

My new class begins in less than two weeks. I am going to be making bags and pillows, buttons and pockets and on and on.....I can't wait. There will be more silk, more sequins, a little gingham, patterned cloth and lots of stitch. If you want to join me you can read more here.