I couldn't possibly say it any better.rcperryls wrote: Perfectly stitched! Awesome detail! Fantastic in every way!
Since I'm running out of adjectives (lovely and beautiful don't describe how amazing this piece is) I will say Congratulations on another row finished and how wonderful to be on the last row! A finish is in sight!
Carole
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Row 3 done!!
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Row 3 done!!
I'm in total agreement.richardandtracy wrote:That is utterly brilliant. You must be, deservedly, so proud of yourself.
What more can I say other than 'Give us a photo when it's done.'?
All the best with it
Richard
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
Missed the update at the end of June--sorry about that! It's not going as fast as I'd like, but I am almost halfway through the third page on the final row, so I might be on track to finish in October instead of September. Oh, well!
Here it is so far (sorry about the poor lighting--I'll get a decent pic when it's all done, with lighting all around the edge, but that will involve moving my computer here at work):
I'm hoping to have the next page done by the end of August, so I should have some progress made by then!
Here it is so far (sorry about the poor lighting--I'll get a decent pic when it's all done, with lighting all around the edge, but that will involve moving my computer here at work):
I'm hoping to have the next page done by the end of August, so I should have some progress made by then!
Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
That is so incredibly stunning!!! And you have made really good progress on it. A finish anytime is an outstanding accomplishment!
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
I quite agree with Carole and you are making huge progress with this oh so detailed map. It is amazing.rcperryls wrote: A finish anytime is an outstanding accomplishment
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
Absolutely brilliant. It must be so energising to so it so close to being finished.
You have done a remarkable job.
Regards,
Richard.
You have done a remarkable job.
Regards,
Richard.
Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
Wow stunning Its so detailed really superb update
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
Thanks for the kind words, everyone!!
My mom is coming to town for a few days (before meeting up with an old friend and flying north for an Alaskan cruise--nice!). I can't wait to show her the progress on this. She hasn't seen it since last September, so it'll be a big change. Also, we're having a get-together with her surviving siblings and in-laws next weekend, and I'm definitely going to be showing this off. I can't remember if any of my aunts are stitchers, although several of them are sewers and my godmother/mom's youngest sister went to school for fashion design, and I know she's into embroidery work, even if it is just on a sewing machine.
My mom is coming to town for a few days (before meeting up with an old friend and flying north for an Alaskan cruise--nice!). I can't wait to show her the progress on this. She hasn't seen it since last September, so it'll be a big change. Also, we're having a get-together with her surviving siblings and in-laws next weekend, and I'm definitely going to be showing this off. I can't remember if any of my aunts are stitchers, although several of them are sewers and my godmother/mom's youngest sister went to school for fashion design, and I know she's into embroidery work, even if it is just on a sewing machine.
Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - July '16 update
Wow!!! You're doing a beautiful job on this amazing design.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Well, I finished this back in October, but I had forgotten to take a photo of the completed project before sending it to my sister and BIL for their Christmas gift. She just sent me a pic this morning, so I can finish off this thread (except for the framed version) with this pic:
It ended taking me 18 months of actual work, for 184,500 stitches in total.
I spent the rest of the year doing small kits for holiday gifts, but last Sunday I just started another megaproject from Scarlet Quince that I'll be posting in this forum soon!
I thank everyone for following me on this huge project--it was the first time I have ever attempted something this big, and I have loved doing it.
It ended taking me 18 months of actual work, for 184,500 stitches in total.
I spent the rest of the year doing small kits for holiday gifts, but last Sunday I just started another megaproject from Scarlet Quince that I'll be posting in this forum soon!
I thank everyone for following me on this huge project--it was the first time I have ever attempted something this big, and I have loved doing it.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Amazing, just Amazing!
What an achievement, you must be thrilled to get that finished.
What an achievement, you must be thrilled to get that finished.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
WOW Kathy that really is totally amazing and the detail in the maps themselves must have taken a lot of patience. A brilliant finish that is for sure. Your sister and BIL surely have an heirloom piece of beautiful stitching to remember you by.
Looking forward to your next masterpiece.
Looking forward to your next masterpiece.
Sally in Brisbane Australia
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Christmas Stocking from World of Cross Stitching mag. 262
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Christmas Stocking from World of Cross Stitching mag. 262
Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
I can't believe that only took you 18 months! Wow! It is absolutely stunning. Wonderful job.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
I totally agree that this is an heirloom quality piece. I reminds me of a map we had hanging in our family room with the orange shag carpet from the '70s. As a matter of fact, the carpet has changed colors several times since then, but I believe the map still hangs above the TV.
Enjoy starting your new piece.
Enjoy starting your new piece.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Well that is a stunning quality finish. Worth every hour and every stitch.
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Absolutely amazing, a sunning piece of stitching
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Congratulations, it's really superb. Another of the 'inspirational projects' I've only seen due to this forum.
And the speed with which you did it is truly remarkable.
Regards,
Richard.
And the speed with which you did it is truly remarkable.
Regards,
Richard.
Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
I am in total awe of how magnificent this piece looks!!!!! The detail is amazing and I agree with the others that you have created an heirloom that your sister and BIL are so fortunate to have! And I feel fortunate to have been able to watch the progress as you stitched. Thank you for sharing it with us!
Carole
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O Kitten Tree
Dancing with the Cat
Everything else "on hold"
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
This is absolutely stunning!!!!!
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Re: SQ Map: Nova Totius from Kathy A - Done!!!
Wow! What everyone else has said - it's stunning! Can't wait to watch your next project.
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