I have been trying to figure out a way to use alllll the DMC thread and Valdani thread I have inherited from various sources.
First I tried some small counted cross stitch pieces:
This one was really fun, pretty quick and it was a gift for my sweet friend, Janet over at Rogue Quilter. It didn't even put a dent in my thread stash!! LOL
So, I thought, I'll try one of those big ginormous, gorgeous Counted Cross Stitch charts over at Heaven and Earth Designs. Wow!! What an amazing selection. I thought I would make one for my brother, Kelly. I first picked this one:
It finishes out at 21" x 14 1/2 inches using 25 count fabric!! Tried it and these old eyes just couldn't do it!! Then I tried another one:
So, I decided to try punch needle again. The first time I tried punch needle I tried using Moda Bella solid quilt fabric. It was just too, too hard, because the weave is so close, so like I usually do, I put the needle away.
Found it again on Sunday when I was moving around stuff and also found some beautiful linen that I was going to use for something, just can't remember what!!
Tah daa!!
A primitive free hand daisy!! I promised a friend that I wouldn't just make this one and quit again, so I am working on a cute rabbit. Stay tuned!!
2 comments:
I treasure that little patriotic piece, Kris!
Wow, you really went for the complex designs--more than I would have attempted when my eyes were young and could see detail. LOL
Having never really had the knack for the needle punch stuff (believe me, I tried), I am very impressed with your free-form daisy. Good job, girlfriend.
Oh Yah... Needle punch will eat thru the thread much faster then cross stitch or
embroidery....
I have made several pieces that I used as accent pieces on demin jackets and purses.
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