It feels so good to be finished. The pattern calls for fringe on the upper part of her dress and along the bottom. My pattern does not show where to place the fringe for the top of the dress. I talked it over with my husband (seeing how this was stitched for him) and we have decided to not add the fringe. The next thing to do will be to frame her. We have a frame that we picked out a long time ago. The one thing we need is a sticky board. I'm not sure if anyone in town will have any. We may have to order it. Anyway, I am glad it is finished. I finished adding the final bead on Thursday January 3, 2013.
I have made a decision as to my stitching for this year. I was all ready to set some goals for my stitching. Then I got to thinking about it and decided to heck with it. This year I'm going to stitch on whatever I may be in the mood for. Right now my heart is set on stitching Blue Ribbon Designs-Beauty In Simplicity. Last year for my Birthday my husband ordered the shaker box, pattern, floss and fabric for this project. Saturday evening I sat down and started a little stitching on it. I didn't get any stitching done yesterday.
I am stitching this on 32 count Navy Bean hand dyed linen and using Weeks Dye Works floss colors.
I was involved in a Christmas Ornament Exchange with Kate. She sent me the cutest stitched ornament along with a stocking she stitched as well. I love them both. Kate also sent along a Santa Chocolate. A Santa card kit to stitch up. Kate is really good at writing stories and if you get a chance head over to her blog The Suddenly Kate Show and have a great read.
Here is the Ornament I sent to Kate.
I was a winner during the 25 days of Victorian Motto Sampler Shoppe's giveaway. I won a Christmas Gift Bag. Wow oh Wow! This bag was full!
I have purchased one of her gift bags before and I was not disappointed then. These bags are worth the price. Nancy goes above and beyond to make her customers happy!
I got an unexpected surprise in the mail from Bianca(no blog). She sent me Barbara Ana Designs Live, Love, Meow.
This is so cute and I can't wait to stitch it up. Thank you so much Bianca this was very thoughtful of you!
One reason I am not committing my self to a lot of stitching is we have been in the process of looking at a new home. We are looking at more space and some property to go along with it. We may have found the one. There are still things to consider and so on. If you don't see many posts from me then you will know why.
Until the next post I wish you each a wonderful day ahead!
Hugs in stitches, Carolyn
21 comments:
Wow...that is a spectacular finish...congratulations!
And good luck with the new house!
After five years of waiting, very patiently I must add, Spirit Dancer is completed. The photograph does not do it justice. One should see it in person the marvel at the detail workmanship. Even the reverse is a work of art...
Now it's my turn to help with the framing. This is the part I truly enjoy, especially choosing frame designs and colors to match the cross stitch design. Of course we have the location picked out on the fireplace opposite the completed 'Earth Dancer' Thank you and I love you, YDH - Bill
Wow super cute finish deary..I love it so much and I am dancing here with you :)
Congrats for winning the giveaway,,lovely exchange gifts..
Good luck for the new home :)
Hugs Cucki x
Now I really want to go and buy The Spirit Dancer pattern and stitch it! It is beautiful....
Congratulations on the big finish. That is a beautiful piece and looks wonderful done.
Great finish! I may never do mine but I enjoyed seeing yours!
A particularly nice finish and one to be very proud of.
Wow, she really does look amazing! Looking forward to seeing her framed, I bet you are too!
I'm dancing with you and the spirit dancer! Congratulations, well done!
Congrats on your finish! I looks superb, well done :)
WhooHooo!!! Happy dancing with you!! Spirit Dancer is gorgeous.
What a wonderful exchange and gift from Bianca!
Have a great week!
Earth Dancer is stunning! A happy congratulations to you! Gorgeous!!!
Oh wow! Carolyn your finish is stunning. Congratulations!
Looking forward to seeing more on your BRD piece.
Lovely exchanges both sent and received.
Good luck with the new house. Hope it all goes well.
Beautiful finish, congratulations!! Lovely new starts and gifts :) Good luck with the house hunting!
Congrats for the finish!It's beautiful!
Brilliant finish! Well done :) xx
Earth Dancer is beautiful! How exciting! And you got some lovely gifts and exchanges over the holidays. Sometimes, it is good to not set stitching goals and just stitch what you want. Good luck with your new home search!
Wow, you received lots of goodies in the mail :) Well deserved, too.
Big congrats on finishing the beading!!! I'm doing a belated happy dance for you. I know how the beading has been a thorn in your side. ;-)
Belatedly catching up!!
Spirit Dancer looks amazing, incredible. She'll look terrific framed.
One word of caution though, you said you use sticky board. Do you have the sticky side next to your stitching or on the reverse so only the folded over fabric touches the glue?
I was told never to use sticky board touching the threads, only acid-free mounting board. The glue eats into the threads over time and rots them away. It can also discolour the fabric.
Big congrats on your finish!! She's lovely!! Such a sweet exchange you did with Kate. Love the little ornies you stitched for each other!Congrats on your win too! Isn't Nancy's threads divine?!!
CAROLYN!!!!! CONGRATS ON THE GORGEOUS FINISH!!! Oh... you must be sooooo proud. :D *grabs your hands and twirls around for a happy dance*
I couldn't resist jumping the line to see how Spiritdancer is and I'm so glad I did!!!! :D
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