For my most recent blog post I wrote about making vegan Katsudon, inspired by the show Yuri!!! On Ice. In one of the last photos of that post you may have noticed a handkerchief on the table with Yuuri's face on it. I decided for my last set of handkerchiefs (which I bought this past fall with the intention of stitching on) I wanted to stitch the main characters of this show. I stitched (starting from the right of the photo above) Yuuri, Victor, Yuri, and Makkachin, Victor's poodle.

I am happy with the way they all turned out. I tried a few different stitches, but stuck for the most part with DMC floss as the thread. I like DMC for its versatility. It works really well with a lot of different stitches, and there are a wide range of colors. I still have quite a stash of threads from my time at the needlepoint store, so I didn't have to purchase any new threads, which was a plus as well!

I have definitely enjoyed getting back into embroidery over the past few months. It has been a nice stress reliever, and I have enjoyed being able to incorporate them into my posts. I don't have a new project decided on, but I have a stash of projects waiting, so once the urge to start stitching again reappears I will be able to find a project very easily. I hope you enjoyed seeing these, and if you're inclined to figure out a way to incorporate a fandom or image you like into your own crafts, this is a great way to do it!