Monochromatic Round Robin - Mary's Block Update 2 - Plus Free Designs

It is a rainy (still) day and Aidan just left to go back home. School is out in two weeks, and I'm so looking forward to her return for a few days. I managed to get a little stitching done yesterday on Mary's block...so now, you can at least see the dolphin amongst the other fabrics. I decided to go with traditional applique...then outlined the dolphin in stem stitch...and added some swirls on the inside in back stitch. The embroidery work helps to add more contrast and interest since the fabric color has to match the background block...for the monochromatic theme.  

Here's the design if you's like to download and keep for your possible future use.  

And, here's the same idea in the form of a cat. Just for fun! I think these would be good worked in beads too. Of course, you know I'd think that!