This month has been HOT and smokey in California. We went on our annual camping trip, about an hour and a half away, and I spotted a lovely patch of wildflowers next to stream. These red ones stood out, and I think they are a type of Indian Paintbrush. The bright red was so striking, and I knew they needed to be on my phenology wheel.
![Indian Paintbrush Flowers California](https://cutesycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/indian-paintbrush-embroidery06-800x1066.jpg.webp)
I went super simple this month and just used two colors. I’m pretty pleased with the way they turned out though.
![Indian Paintbrush Embroidery](https://cutesycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/indian-paintbrush-embroidery02-800x534.jpg.webp)
The red spikes are basically straight stitches that I went back and forth on to make them into a sort of spike shape. It’s hard to explain, but I don’t think you can go wrong with it.
![Wildflower Embroidery](https://cutesycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/indian-paintbrush-embroidery03-800x1200.jpg.webp)
Then stem stitch for the stems and satin stitch leaves. Super easy.
![Indian Paintbrush Flower Embroidery](https://cutesycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/indian-paintbrush-embroidery04-800x534.jpg.webp)
If you’d like to participate, you can purchase the fabric here. To see my original post that explains this project, go here. Make sure to post your photos to Instagram using #cutesycraftsSAL so we can all see your work!
![Embroidery Project](https://cutesycrafts.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/indian-paintbrush-embroidery01-800x534.jpg.webp)
Download the free pattern!
If you’d like to add this Indian Paintbrush embroidery to your wheel, here’s a link to the free patterns that I created.
Judy
Thursday 30th of September 2021
I keep trying to subscribe to your site but it asks me to look for an email from you to confirm my subscription but none ever arrives. I REALY want to join!! Thanks, Judy
Judy
Tuesday 28th of September 2021
I love this idea and am following it but I'm wondering when September will come out? Thanks for sharing all of your fabulous designs with us.
Jessica @ Cutesy Crafts
Wednesday 29th of September 2021
I usually give myself the month the find something in nature and then try to get it done early the following month. Sometimes it takes a little longer, depending on what's going on in my life. September's should be in the next week or so. :)
margie
Wednesday 15th of September 2021
love these