My First Project....Sampler Tote Side 1

In November, I found the book "Embroidered Effects" at Barnes & Noble in Austin. I was really excited to see a book with designs that I really wanted to try. Jennys' book is so inspiring, she speaks my lingo and understands my short attention span!

I decided my first project to tackle would be the stitch sampler. I put the pattern on a tote bag so I could use it to hold all my embroidery gear. I think it turned out okay over all....but I could stand more practice!