I don’t know about you, but I keep coming across (excuse the pun!) beautiful cross stitchery at the moment.
I have done a fair bit of cross stitch in the past. I do like the rhythmic, relaxing nature of it.
Also, if the piece isn’t too large, you can carry work about with you to whip out in locations where a sewing machine just can’t go.
But it’s main disadvantage is that it takes so long to complete.
I have plenty of other stuff to be getting on with just now – sewing room relocation, dress alterations, stall preparations and shop listings as well as the usual sewing – so I don’t think I will be embarking on any cross stitch projects in the foreseeable future.
But I have plenty of inspiration for when I do.
Some of these are really beautiful! I find cross stitch really relaxing and enjoyable, but like you don’t really have the time!
I use to do cross stitch and tapestries as a kid for years. I must get back to doing some, after seeing some of these :-). Now that you can take small scissors on the plane – it would be great activity. Last trip I was sewing buttons on my tree quilt 🙂
Some of these are lovely…bet you can guess my favourite! Have never done cross-stitch – if I ever do I think I’d have to start with one of Alice Apple’s gorgeous designs…but as you say there’s no time! Maybe one day…x
nice post, that last one is gorgeous! must try it, Heather x
I love cross-stitching, but have never done anything but pre-selected patterns. I love the balloon one and would like to give something of my own a try!
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