Violet the Carpenter Bee Embroidery
It’s amazing to think that the Violet Carpenter Bee is not a thing of fantasy; these incredibly beautiful, luscious dark bees have reflective violet wings. Now just try to pronounce their Latin name: Xylocopa Violacea! They are a large bee, up to 3cm long and have an impressive buzz.
Due to climate change, they have now arrived in the UK from Southern Europe, and the first one was spotted in Leicestershire in 2007. They are, however, still extremely rare due to a lack of suitable nesting sites, so it’s a real sign of luck to see one. The name “carpenter bee” is derived from the fact that they nest in rotting wood.
This beautiful embroidery features Violet at the centre surrounded by this species' favourite flowers, including purple thistles. This design plays with some wonderful embroidery techniques, from the tassel stitch to raised chain stitches. Finished with a piece of luxury violet velvet ribbon to hang.
What's in the box:
7-inch embroidery hoop/ cotton square, natural/ felt backing/ embroidery threads: black, green, purple, dark grey, yellow/ Embroidery needle and pins/ paper pattern/ carbon paper, black/ colour how to booklet/ gift box
UK delivery within 3-5 working days. International tracked delivery in 5-7 working days.
Free UK Shipping when you spend £40
Standard UK Shipping (400g) £3.50
Tracked UK Shipping (500g+) £3.99
US & Canada Tracked Shipping from £10
International Tracked - rate provided at checkout
*Returns accepted within 30 days for unused products
Violet the Carpenter Bee Embroidery
It’s amazing to think that the Violet Carpenter Bee is not a thing of fantasy; these incredibly beautiful, luscious dark bees have reflective violet wings. Now just try to pronounce their Latin name: Xylocopa Violacea! They are a large bee, up to 3cm long and have an impressive buzz.
Due to climate change, they have now arrived in the UK from Southern Europe, and the first one was spotted in Leicestershire in 2007. They are, however, still extremely rare due to a lack of suitable nesting sites, so it’s a real sign of luck to see one. The name “carpenter bee” is derived from the fact that they nest in rotting wood.
This beautiful embroidery features Violet at the centre surrounded by this species' favourite flowers, including purple thistles. This design plays with some wonderful embroidery techniques, from the tassel stitch to raised chain stitches. Finished with a piece of luxury violet velvet ribbon to hang.
What's in the box:
7-inch embroidery hoop/ cotton square, natural/ felt backing/ embroidery threads: black, green, purple, dark grey, yellow/ Embroidery needle and pins/ paper pattern/ carbon paper, black/ colour how to booklet/ gift box
UK delivery within 3-5 working days. International tracked delivery in 5-7 working days.
Free UK Shipping when you spend £40
Standard UK Shipping (400g) £3.50
Tracked UK Shipping (500g+) £3.99
US & Canada Tracked Shipping from £10
International Tracked - rate provided at checkout
*Returns accepted within 30 days for unused products
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