Thread Recommendations: Birks

Our newest canvas launched last week! I fully anticipated this being our first release of 2025 but was beyond excited when I could launch it for you with time to get it by Christmas! For the amount of time I spend in these sandals, it felt very necessary to stitch a pair. Scoop one up here & make this one of those winter stitches that has you longing for sandal weather again! 

The suede straps of these just screamed using Very Velvet! I searched for the most perfect shade and "dark golden brown" was it! It's warm golden undertones helped create the perfect birks look! The buckles were up next & for these I knew I wanted to capture that brushed metallic look. Extra sparkly fibers with silver and gold felt too strong here, but Silk Lame Braid in "coffee" is just perfect!  Finally, for the sole I used three different shades of Silk & Ivory- oats, porcelain, and moon indigo. I wanted the strap and buckle threads to be center stage here, so the classic look of Silk & Ivory were perfect for the sole! 

I decided to frame my finished canvas to give as a gift to a friend (fingers crossed she isn't reading this!). To fill out the background, I used Planet Earth Wool in Aspen. Because the design is primarily neutrals, there are so many different background shades that would work well, making this totally customizable to you! I thought this jade green shade was fresh and had some nature vibes to it. I framed mine in a 4 by 4 inch frame I picked up at Hobby Lobby. You could easily turn this pattern into a square or round and it would make the perfect ornament, tray insert, or frame! 

Be sure to check out our new Birks canvas! 

Happy Stitching & Sailing!
Paige