Bee diagram

Bee diagram
Originally uploaded by Pinyon Creek Stitchin'.

A few days ago, I did a brazilian embroidery bee tutorial. I have since been asked to add a diagram.....and finally got a chance to make it. Each line running across the body of the bee represents the row of cast on stitches. Beginning with the rear row, the sequence of stitches is as follows: 3, 5, 8, 8, 5, 3. That is the number of cast on stitches that you will need to add for each ros. The head is made with a french knot....or a variation of it...I wrapped the needle 5 or 6 times to make a good sized knot. The antennae are made with the fly stitch and the wings are created with bullion knots. I wrapped the needle 35 times approximately. If you want a fatter looking bee or larger wings, all that is necessary is to increase the number of stitches or wraps. I have also made this little "hummer" with all bullion knots! That version is not as fuzzy looking, but is still cute. Another option would be to use the turkey stitch and cut the loops! Now THAT would be a fuzzy, buzzy bee!!!