The past year and a half, much of my stitching was spent on two projects for friends, dear to my heart. The first 9 months I worked all types of embroidered stitches on
this rose tablecloth. As I stitched this piece, I thought about the lady I was embroidering it for. I thought back on all the times I spent at her home and of the others who were connected to her that I also came to know. Those memories made me smile.
The next 8 months I have worked on this cross stitch picture. It will be given away
at an upcoming dog show. I thought about the friend I was stitching this for and of all the things we have known about each others lives. Again, smiles easily came. I also thought about the person who might win this picture. Do they love hunting dogs....or will it be someone who loves poodles instead. I was a little anxious on this piece, fearing I might not get done in time, today the last stitch fell into place and the anxiety fell away into relief. Now my hands are empty....but not for long. With the approaching holiday time, I will be going through my stash and I think I just might devote this year to getting those items stitched to sell in my online embroidery store. I can't wait to get things stitched and ready! I hope all of you have a wonderful blessed Easter holiday!
Seeing your stitchery always brings a smile. Thank you for sharing your talent.
ReplyDeletewonderful work!
ReplyDeletethe table cloth is pretty and the dog are very nice,
glad you got it finished in time.
They both turned out so beautiful! I love the tablecloth! They look like they took a lot of time and love. I'm sure they will be loved and appreciated in their new homes.
ReplyDeleteWhat treasured heirlooms you have created. It is always such a treat to visit your blog. I wish you a very blessed Easter.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful work, Kathleen!
ReplyDeleteI feel the same way about having a deadline to finish something... I'm always so nervous until it's done!
Oh my ,what wondeful work ! They are beautiful .
ReplyDeleteThose are both truly labors of love. I can see the care and love written all over them both! Simply beautiful.
ReplyDeleteYou do such beautiful work. Being an honored recipient of your stitching, I can assure you that the friend you made the tablecloth for and the winner of the dogs are going to be more than thrilled! They're both beautiful.
ReplyDeletePatricia :o)
Your stitchery is astounding! The dogs are very nice. What time consuming this work must be.
ReplyDeleteJudy
So beautiful Kathleen! You are so gifted dear! Happy easter!
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Maryjane
Beautiful stitching, Kathleen!
ReplyDeleteWishing you and your family a blessed holiday!
Kathleen, both piece are amazing...true labors of love. Happy Easter, have a joyous day...hugs, Linda
ReplyDeleteThe dogs look so real, lifelike. It could be a photo - beautiful work, Kathleen. I just hope whoever gets it will keep it in her family as a treasured heirloom. I'm sure the cloth will be - it is stunning.
ReplyDeleteThey are beautiful projects and I am sure who ever gets possession of them will enjoy them.
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