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One of my favorite hobby's is needlepoint. It is therapy for me not to mention that I always need to have something to do with my hands even while watching TV in the evening. I had been working on this particular piece for a very long time. Needlepoint can often be very time consuming. I was so pleased when I finally completed the needlepoint of this piece. I had intended it to be a gift for my daughter but OOPS, I liked it so much that I decided to keep it for myself.
I was thrilled at what I had made when I had it made into a pillow. I simply couldn't part with it. So much of the enjoyment for me is deciding how to put it together with trim, outer fringe and of course, a fabric to back it with. It can sometimes be a daunting task but I was very pleased with my choices. It kind of reminded me of a piece that you might find in a MacKenzie-Child's collection. I do collect MacKenzie-Child's pieces so this worked so well.
This photo really does not do it justice, the fringe around the outer edge is a lime green. Since I wanted to make the pillow a little bit larger I decided to outline the needlepoint piece with a cording that picks up the colors of the piece itself, a red and green. The fabric is a black and white houndstooth and the same fabric was used on the back. I am very pleased with the finished look and there is always a feeling of accomplishment when you come to the end of a project.
Do any of you do some kind of needlework. If so you do know that feeling of accomplishment. Thank you for visiting my blog. I have been so unsure if I would be able to continue blogging.
I will soon be sharing more of this room since I have been busy doing some redecorating in this room as well. A few changes here and there always lifts ones spirits. Change is a "good thing".
Carolyn
I really enjoy coming to your blog. Your needlepoint pillow is very, very pretty. I love the black background.
ReplyDeleteI am doing needlepoint now for a while. I think I have chosen a project that will take forever but I love the "new" look of needlepoint with the fancy stitches and beading.
ReplyDeleteI love the way you finished yours!
Carol
Carolyn -- your needlepoint pillow is fabulous! As to the pork -- it was SIL -- he smoked it over hickory and pecan for 13 hours. I'm sure he used a rub but not sure what. THAT (the pork cooking) was all done before we came. Lucky me, got to bring some home, however! And I'm thinking for gluten-free people that Moomie's buns would be terrific. Thanks for visiting!
ReplyDeleteCarolyn, your needlepoint pillow makes my heart sing. I do know the feeling of accomplishment you mention. I've been an avid stitcher since childhood. My love is needlepoint, but counted cross stitch, embroidery, and quilting also make me happy. I also live with a lot of MacKenzie Childs pieces, so we have that in common too. Thanks for sharing your beautiful pillow. Happy Stitching!
ReplyDeleteI am not the least bit handy or crafty (sigh). Your needlepoint is pretty. I can see why you decided to keep it for yourself.
ReplyDeleteSorry to read about loading photos the blog. Seem slike you worked out a pretty good alternative.
Happy spring.
Velva
I used to do bargello and have a couple of pillows I made watching Watergate. That's how long it's been! I often think of starting again but unfortunately I now have arthritis in my hands. We'll see.
ReplyDeleteYour pillow is beautiful. I'm pea green!
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