I thought this mantis would have a wonderful home guarding my hoody pocket. I used the most awsome split stitch to outline Mr.Mantis, and the silk stich to fill him in. I used about 3 different shades of green. My very very favorite part was getting to use some shiney floss to add some detail in his little wings. I can remember the matis's being one of the more friendly critters I'd befriend as a youngster ....