While sewing is my first love (quilting came much later), counted cross stitch has long been a favourite as well. I love the portability of it. I have worked on projects while waiting for my car (oil changes) and waiting for my kids (piano lessons). Most of the pieces I have stitched have been given to family and friends, but I have kept a few Christmas pieces.
Each of these ornaments is part of a set of four. They have hung on our tree for years. (The stocking is embroidered.)My mom has been the recipient of more than a few counted cross stitch projects. I used waste canvas to embellish this sweatshirt for her birthday this year, and the tulip pillow was a Mother's Day gift.
I wish I had more time to stitch. Perhaps that could be part of a New Year's resolution. For now, I need to get back to my sewing room. I am so close to the finish line.
Sandy
I love to do counted cross stitch. I have two projects I pick up when I need a little special me somethign to do. OR when I just am not in the mood to use the sewing machine. I really like that tuilup pillow!
ReplyDeleteYour cross stitch projects are all beautiful. There are several of us who enjoy cross stitch as well as quilting. Busy hands, with needle and thread, are a good thing. Enjoy!
ReplyDeleteAll of them are beautiful! I love the little shepherd boy, and of course, the tulips. I'm so glad you shared all of them; my sister would have loved them too! I have six of hers hanging in my house. I have a lot of her things for counted cross stitch, but have never tried it except plain cross stitch pillow cases when I was a child; I wasn't good at all! Maybe I should try the counted cross stitch sometime. I know I could never match your expertise! ---"Love"
ReplyDeleteYour stitcheries are lovely. I think many of us dabble in at least one other craft on the side. It helps keep the quilting fresh!
ReplyDeleteWhat pretty work;) I've dabbled in cross stitch, but I can't seem to stay focused long enough to get a project done;)
ReplyDeleteHappy Quilting!!