Along the sun drenched shores of the Mediterranean, the ancient Greeks first discovered the beautiful aroma of dried, lavender. Soon after, the Romans were using it to perfume their bedclothes. Susie Johns’ little pillow and sachet set would be the perfect gift for anyone who loves this glorious scent. Filled with dried lavender to aid sleep and relaxation, these simple makes will ensure a restful night. Sweet dreams!
Stitch a pillow
Locate and download the template and transfer the ‘sweet dreams’ motif, complete with border, onto the centre of the lilac fabric. Using an embroidery hoop, fill in the lettering in satin stitch with two strands of embroidery thread; use violet strands for the word ‘sweet’ and lilac for ‘dreams’.
Embroider the border line in stem stitch, using variegated violet thread. Follow with the flower motifs and swirls, then fill in the leaf shapes using green thread. Once complete, remove from the hoop and press on the reverse, taking care not to flatten the embroidery stitches.
Line up the raw edge of the gathered broderie anglaise trim with the edges of the lilac rectangle, so that the scall