Roland’s work — 2021 picture update Dec 13

Mabel Figworthy · Post by **Mabel Figworthy** » Mon Nov 15, 2021 10:25 pm

This is looking so good! I love the way it contrasts with the fabric.

Squirrel · Post by **Squirrel** » Mon Nov 15, 2021 11:28 pm

Absolutely fabulous. I think this is the most gorgeous one you have done.

rcperryls · Post by **rcperryls** » Tue Nov 16, 2021 3:17 pm

Squirrel wrote: ↑Mon Nov 15, 2021 11:28 pm Absolutely fabulous. I think this is the most gorgeous one you have done.

I agree completely!!!!

Carole

fccs · Post by **fccs** » Tue Nov 16, 2021 7:02 pm

Great update!!

Roland · Post by **Roland** » Mon Nov 22, 2021 6:05 pm

I was working on this one.

And then…..the baby was born. So, back to this one. And discovered, as well as the name, I missed some backstitch and at least 100 French knots.

Steam.Jo · Post by **Steam.Jo** » Mon Nov 22, 2021 6:26 pm

A lovely name for the new baby and a lovely stocking with her name on it

Jo

P.S. Good luck with the backstitching and the french knots

Podolyanka · Post by **Podolyanka** » Mon Nov 22, 2021 6:27 pm

A true masterpiece of a stocking!

Squirrel · Post by **Squirrel** » Mon Nov 22, 2021 11:10 pm

That is absolutely amazing. It is fabulous.

Serinde · Post by **Serinde** » Tue Nov 23, 2021 8:53 am

Pesky bs and (esp) french knots! But the result -- magnifique!

rcperryls · Post by **rcperryls** » Tue Nov 23, 2021 4:16 pm

Love the name and love the stocking! She is going to love this stocking all her life!

Carole

Roland · Post by **Roland** » Tue Nov 23, 2021 5:03 pm

The story behind this stocking…..

Sally sent it to me in 2018. As soon as I saw it, I decided it would be for my niece when she eventually had a baby. At the time, she didn’t have a boyfriend. The reason I decided it was for her is, it is one of the most beautiful patterns I have ever seen, and one of the most difficult I have ever done.

But worth every

Years before, this niece’s brother had a baby. At the shower I gave them a set of books and a card…the front of the card had a picture of Aida cloth, thread, and a pattern book, and a dated a few months previous. Open one side of card and it had a partially sewn stocking and current date. Open again and it was a picture of the stocking completed and a future date. My nephew didn’t get it….but my niece went crazy. “The books are not the present….oh my goodness….she’s making a stocking”. I’ve never seen anyone get so excited. That’s why when Sally sent me this one, I decided it would be for that nieces first baby.

Now, I realize I posted yesterday, but I’m posting again because this is where I tend to notice if I’ve missed anything. And I think the stitching is complete.

Roland · Post by **Roland** » Tue Nov 23, 2021 5:05 pm

The French knots are worth the effort. Those snow flakes really add so much.

And thank you Sally.

wendywombat · Post by **wendywombat** » Tue Nov 23, 2021 6:30 pm

I love the history behind this. A really lovely stocking and will be treasured.
French knot snowflakes really do add to the design.

Mabel Figworthy · Post by **Mabel Figworthy** » Wed Nov 24, 2021 12:46 pm

Welcome Miriam! What a lovely heirloom.

fccs · Post by **fccs** » Thu Nov 25, 2021 2:52 pm

This is absolutely stunning, and the story makes it even more special.

Squirrel · Post by **Squirrel** » Thu Nov 25, 2021 10:58 pm

Getting closer to the finish with this fabulous Stocking.

Roland · Post by **Roland** » Mon Dec 06, 2021 3:15 pm

This picture really requires all the backstitching. But so much is in 3799….I’m getting bored. Lol

I don’t think this one will be delivered in time for Christmas, which I guess is OK. I don’t think they know they are ever getting one. I’ve never met the baby’s mom, and I’ve only met his dad a few times. But, he is my son’s best friend, and he helped my son through an extremely difficult few years, and I believe he saved his life. So, a stocking seems a small thank you, but, at least it’s a really nice stocking.

Serinde · Post by **Serinde** » Mon Dec 06, 2021 5:49 pm

It's more than a really nice stocking! I'm sure it will become an heirloom, and a physical representation of friendship.

Nicola Main · Post by **Nicola Main** » Mon Dec 06, 2021 9:50 pm

Absolutely beautiful Roland and love the dark fabric it really makes the design pop!

Squirrel · Post by **Squirrel** » Mon Dec 06, 2021 9:56 pm

Another awesome Stocking to grace a special family's Christmas Love it

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