I think I have mentioned before that I usually only crosstitch for myself. My mom says that many things she spent a LONG time on were put in garages or given away. And no joke, crosstitching takes forever. I went to a baby shower and this lady had these cute little crocheted hats that she made in about 2 hours. I suddenly thought that maybe I should take up knitting or something, so I don't have to wait a year or so to look at a finished project.
One of the only large projects I have done for someone else was for George and Maxwell after Summer passed away. And I have never finished so quickly. I was truly happy to give that one away. It reminded me of Summer with her beautiful blond hair. Here is a picture.
But other than that, I just crosstitch for me, me, me. Maybe my girls will like them someday. In the meantime, please don't put these in the garage Kari. I will lose all faith in humankind.
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Looking at the beautiful things you can do, it suddenly makes all those frustrating cross-stitching sessions with you and Miranda worth it. I didn't have to do 'athletic' cross-stitching, but I didn't get much done on my own projects what with threading needles, untangling snarls, and other general help. And, yes, they do take a LONG time to complete, but the feeling of accomplishment is equally great. (Or so I keep telling myself!)
You are so amazing at the cross-stitching! I wish I had a talent like that! I way think you should continue to do this stuff forever.
They turned out great! I don't have the patience for such a wonderful talent, but I can appreciate the beauty of your talent! Good work.
Holy cow Maleen, I knew that you cross-stitched, but I never realized how good you are at it! The one of "summer" is truly amazing. Keep it up!
Beautiful job! I am so impressed with your talent. I love all the pieces you have done in your home too.
I love your cross-stitching. You know if you made me one, I, truly, would not throw it away or give it away. HINT HINT
How impressive!! Those are beautiful!
I know the feeling of not spending all that time on people that won't appreciate it. It's so frustrating! I'm still learning that...
NEVER will I do that! Thank you, Thank you! I love them and amazed at how talented you are. It's too bad so many people don't appreciate the talent you and your mom have. I really need more hobbies maybe I'll learn one of these days. Thanks again and when I get the framed (which I will someday soon I hope) I'll let you know. Once again I can't thank you enough and so glad you were willing to do three for me. You are the BEST!
Those are amazingly beautiful. My MIL cross-stitches and is quite good at it. I wish I had the patience, but I'm afraid I'd just become frustrated with the pace. Still, those pieces are true heirlooms. Lovely work!
Those are beautiful, Maleen!
Those are awesome. You are very talented. I am more of a crocheting type, but I really admire the cross stitchers, it takes so long and it so intricate!
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