I came across Bargello embroidery last fall when I was searching for needlepoint patterns for Jane's Christmas stocking and promptly fell in love. (Sidenote: I ended up making this one which reminds me of my own stocking made by my grandmother.) Bargello is bold, colorful, abstract and has a rich history. It was the basis for this bracelet, and I'm still thinking about ways to incorporate it into my jewelry in the future.
Lately I've been running across more and more examples of modern takes on Bargello work and it’s really tempting me to start a needlework project, but I so don’t have time for that. Although . . . it would be a great way to procrastinate . . . I do love to procrastinate . . .
I really like this Bargello Diamonds Pillow at Jayson Home & Garden
Abstract Southwestern Peyote Cuff by SandFibers on Etsy
More examples at Jonathan Adler
and Anthropologie
