This mermaid had several “make-overs” before I was satisfied. That is not unusual when working on a new design. I’m going through my embroidery books to get inspired for the scale design.

Variegated perle (pearl) cotton by Sue Spargo– I love this thread!

Her back has no embroidery. But her hair is fancy!

And here she is, out in the garden. I would definitely not recommend displaying this way :-)