The Tamed

TEACHER: Children, write down the sentence “The fish sat on the tree.”
PUPIL: But do fish really sit on trees?
TEACHER: Well… this fish was crazy.

Arkady and Boris Strugatsky

Large Sampler - or Gift Card Projects

The Tamed Sampler features a curated collection of 9 cards, artfully merging the essence of homebound pets with their untamed ancestors. Wrapped in a detailed frame that boasts the double helix, lively butterflies, the iconic World Tree, and the evolutionary emblem—the Darwin fish with legs—this series pays homage to the intricate dance of evolution.

Encircling this art, Ali ibn Abi Talib’s words remind us of the wildness in our hearts and the comfort found in companionship.

‘People’s hearts are like wild animals; they attach their selves to those who love and train them.’

Grid size: 220Wx280H
Design area: 200Wx260H (14.3″x18.6″ or 36×47 cm)
Framing: standard 16″x20″ or 40×50 cm frame.

Individual Project or Gift Card Option:

Every pet ambigram can be stitched as an individual project.

Grid size: 70Wx100H
Design area: 50Wx80H (3.6″x5.7″ or 9.2×14.5 cm)
Framing: standard frames 4×6 inches (10×15 cm) or 5×7 inches (13×18 cm).

Recommended fabric: Aida 14 count.

No fractional stitches.

Single color, DMC 310.

Economical

The patterns were tested with a most common black embroidery floss, single thread. You may use DMC 310 - especially if you've got the Cone of Doom.

Fast Fine Art

Single cards can be stitched in a day or two and complemented with a 4''x6'' (10x15 cm) photo frame. These projects are very economical and responsive.