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Oh, I think you probably are biased... but thanks!

Meanwhile, back at the ranch, I started and finished the stitching on this for my newest great niece. Just waiting for framing instructions. May have to fiddle slightly with the festoon stitch so that it is even all the way around... it's a bit tricksy, festoon stitch. It was a relief to stitch in white after all those BEADS.

really stunning, a true beauty. well done

Beautiful xx

Becky

CarrieGF wrote:really stunning, a true beauty. well done

I couldn't agree more. Absolutely perfect!!!

Carole

Gorgeous finish!

What a gorgeous piece! Is festoon stitch the filling stitch in the middle?

That is an absolutely stunning finish. It will truly be a keepsake for your great niece.

That is a wonderful array of stitches in a beautiful design Serinde. Well Done.

Mabel Figworthy wrote:What a gorgeous piece! Is festoon stitch the filling stitch in the middle?

Yes, it is. It is sort of the nuclear option of stitches, because it includes just about everything you can think of, including a spider web. But very effective. It is described well in the Anchor Book of Hardanger Embroidery. (And not to be confused with the same named stitch for pulled work!)

Ah, that's where I've seen it before! Hmm, must definitely try that one some time.

Really stunning a wonderful piece of work

Beautiful work!

An absolutely perfect and beautiful piece of work.

Oh Wow!! What a wonderful heirloom this will make!!

Well Done!!

Very pretty!!

Back to Sugar and Lace. All the stitching is done and now the scary stuff starts. Finishing. Not only do I have to cut away from the buttonhole stitch (ok, that's pretty usual in Hardanger), but then I have to deal with lining fabrics, vilene and..... ribbon! So naturally, I've put it away for a bit so I can have a good think once my worktop is clear. As you do. (Coward, I know.)

Absolutely beautiful!! Elegant, delicate and perfectly stitched!

Carole

Absolutely stunning! How I wish I could learn how to stitch such beauty!

Very well done!

This is exquisite work Serinde. Beautiful!

Absolutely gorgeous!!