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Madonna finished 28 August page 4

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 8:08 am
by paul
I know this won't appeal to everyone (in fact wasn't going to do a SAL for it) but it's still cross stitch and it appeals to me.

I've been a fan since I was a child, wanted to do a cross stitch of her for some time but can't find a decent one to do. Couldn't even chart one as all images are copyrighted so this is the next best thing. The artist of this very kindly gave me permission to use his image. This is the original image and what I'm turning into a cross stitch


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Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 12:07 pm
by Purple Patsy
Looking forward to seeing your updates.

Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 12:30 pm
by vanessanjf
This is a great project :D it's great to stitch something that means a lot to you. We will all enjoy watching this one. I bored everyone with my Aerosmith projects and Jim Morrison but everyone was still very encouraging even it they weren't fans too. I am looking forward to your updates :applesauce:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 12:54 pm
by Serinde
It's the stitching we love, and this is, indeed, a very striking piece of artwork.

What fabric are you intending to use?

Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 4:09 pm
by rcperryls
Serinde wrote:It's the stitching we love, and this is, indeed, a very striking piece of artwork.
I agree. A beautiful design!
vanessanjf wrote:I bored everyone with my Aerosmith projects and Jim Morrison but everyone was still very encouraging even it they weren't fans too.
Please do not count me as part of the everyone being bored. I was not bored. I was fascinated and loved every update. One of the fun things of the forum is the wide variety and creativity we have. And believe me your stitching is anything but boring!

Carole
:dance:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 10:34 pm
by karen4bells
rcperryls wrote:
Serinde wrote:It's the stitching we love, and this is, indeed, a very striking piece of artwork.
I agree. A beautiful design!
vanessanjf wrote:I bored everyone with my Aerosmith projects and Jim Morrison but everyone was still very encouraging even it they weren't fans too.
Please do not count me as part of the everyone being bored. I was not bored. I was fascinated and loved every update. One of the fun things of the forum is the wide variety and creativity we have. And believe me your stitching is anything but boring!

Carole
:dance:
I absolutely agree!!!

Re: Madonna

Posted: Fri Apr 14, 2017 11:14 pm
by Squirrel
What a beaut design and I am really looking forward to seeing the stitching growing. It is a refreshing change to see her portrayed in a different way - brings her to life more or something.

Re: Madonna

Posted: Sat Apr 15, 2017 1:29 am
by fccs
What a fantastic piece of art. I can't wait to see it grow with your beautiful stitching. Get busy. :-)

And to Vanessa, none of your updates have ever bored me. Count me among your fans.

Re: Madonna

Posted: Sat Apr 15, 2017 3:43 pm
by vanessanjf
Awwwwww thanks everyone :D

Re: Madonna

Posted: Tue Apr 18, 2017 11:37 am
by kingfisher68(2)
It will be good watching this one as you stitch it. Each of us has our own particular likes & dislikes, this is what makes the forum interesting. We need to stitch what appeals to us as cross stitch is a hobby to be enjoyed, not endured & if your heart is not in the project then it is a waste of time trying to stitch something. I did that a few years ago, one of the kits I bought I found I was not so keen on after a while but decided to stitch it because I'd bought it. How wrong I was, gave up as I did not look forward to picking it up each evening to stitch it. Half hearted ain't good, I found out the hard way! :lol:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Tue Apr 18, 2017 9:37 pm
by paul
That's her face done. I'm stitching this on 18ct and finished piece is 18" x 12" but I'm tempted not to stitch it all, just turn it into a circle piece. Depends where the writing ends really

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Re: Madonna

Posted: Tue Apr 18, 2017 9:53 pm
by vanessanjf
She is looking fantastic :applesauce: :applesauce: :applesauce:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 4:09 am
by fccs
Wow! She looks great!!

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 8:11 am
by Mabel Figworthy
That's quick! I like the idea of the circle, it would make her face stand out all the more, give it all the focus.

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 10:03 am
by kingfisher68(2)
Ooohhh, I like this, you have made a very good start. This is very neatly stitched. Have you been cross stitching long? Look forward to seeing more of this one :applesauce: :)

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 12:15 pm
by rcperryls
:applesauce: :applesauce: Looking fantastic!

Carole
:dance:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 12:40 pm
by felicity53
In my humble opinion one of the very best things of cross stitch is how varied our pieces are. That means we can take interest in other's pieces even if it is not to our own taste. Keep up the good work. :applesauce:

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 3:33 pm
by karen4bells
:applesauce: :wub: Amazing stitching!!

Re: Madonna

Posted: Wed Apr 19, 2017 5:08 pm
by Lulu22
She looks fantastic and I'm glad decided to do a SAL for her :applesauce:

I was a huge fan of Madonna's as a teenager and still like her music today, I remember drawing her portrait I think I was about 14 in my back garden, if I ever come across it I'll post a picture.

Re: Madonna

Posted: Thu Apr 20, 2017 4:27 pm
by AlwaysGoofy
What a fantastic piece you've chosen! I'm glad you were able to get permission from the artist. It will be such fun to watch this one come to life. You're making quick work of it, too. I'm looking forward to more updates. :D