Ukrainian Comfort Cushion / Bolster Myrezhka Punto Antico was traditionally worked

Punto Antico was traditionally worked in monochromatic tones

these delightful ornaments will brighten up every tree they adorn

What they lack in sparkle from jewelled embellishments of their more flashy counterparts

giving the project the inherent strength of the linen background

Dabka - smooth

Ukrainian Comfort Cushion / Bolster Myrezhka Punto Antico was traditionally workedThis project incorporates several techniques seen in traditional Ukrainian whitework; Bands and ground patterns, Vykolky (eyelets), and Myrezhka (cutwork). A great introduction to this wide ranging style. This design is one of four in this series, see the others here: Ukrainian Cushion #2, Ukrainian Cushion #3, Ukrainian Cushion #4. Comprehensive stitch diagrams and full construction instructions for both the cushion and the bolster are included. 16