I have shown the two spring projects that I did awhile back. I am not really happy with either of them so I decided not to spend any more time or money on them. So both are framed with frames I have used for other things.
My main objection to Meg's Bunny was the very pastel appearance of the sampler. It is framed in an old frame that usually has a mirror in it. I like the frame. We got it years ago at an antique show.
I have used this frame for several seasonal pieces. As I have said before, the white egg needs to be much whiter. If I did this again I would use the DMC white or even the bright white. Also, I was not happy with the coverage of the floss. However, it will do ok for a seasonal piece.
While I am getting my materials together for the sampler"This is the Day" I am doing this little flower design. I have had the chart for a long time plus it will fit into one of my faux finished frames.
I hope you are all having a good week! And let's hope for a nice early spring and lots of flowers!!
Now I am really missing spring! Love the stitchings and I really like the last one. Looking forward to seeing more!
ReplyDeletepictures look great!! Love the strawberry pattern!
ReplyDeleteBarb - I think you are far too critical! Both Meg's Bunny and your bunny and chick piece look great - and such attractive frames too. I've never seen "Dutch Strawberries" stitched up - can't wait. Your field trip sounds like alot of fun.
ReplyDeleteBoth pieces look wonderful in their frames. I also stitched Meg's Bunny and I dedicated it to my daughter and stitched her name on it instead of the name Meg. I really loved stitching this little beauty and I also loved the pastel colours. I love the frame you chose for your version.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the Dutch Strawberries - what a wonderful design!
The stitching looks wonderful. And I love your header! It really looks like spring!
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Great finishes, and what a unique frame for the sampler. Can't wait to see the Strawberries done up. Cute little bunny waiting for Spring. :)
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I think they both look wonderful, Barb! I'm not a real pastel person myself, but for a spring piece, I think Meg's Bunny is very sweet... I hear you about the white in the egg not showing up as well as you would like. I'll take that into consideration if (when!!) I stitch mine.
ReplyDeleteI've never seen the strawberry design before--really lovely... Enjoy your stitching!
That bunny and chick are just my favorite. And I can't wait to see the Strawberries. You do the beautiful cross stitching pieces.
ReplyDeleteBarb -- Beautiful spring stitching. Thanks for sharing:)) We got about 9 inches of snow on Tuesday and I'm definitely ready for SPRING!
ReplyDeleteHave a good rest of the week:)
I concur on your wish for an early spring. Your spring pieces are lovely and that little Good Huswife chart is one of my favorites. I look forward to seeing your progress.
ReplyDeleteLovely Spring stitching - I stitched that Meg's Bunny piece years ago and I still love it. I'm one of those who is more than ready for Spring - now I just need the 5" of snow we got yesterday to melt.
ReplyDeleteSuch lovely spring pieces! So nice to have them framed.
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