A passion for creativity
Good morning, stitching friends!
Back in August, I finished stitching this cute Cricket Collection freebie, and last night, I “finished” it.
Rather than going with the regular edge finishing, I found this cute twisted braid, and I thought it looked kind of like a small rope – perfect for a nautical finish. What do you think?
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The braid looks perfect with the theme of the stitching.
Thanks, Angela for your visit, and for leaving a comment!
Very pretty, and inspiring too. The finishing is perfect. I just love CEC designs…
Thanks, Gio, for your visit and comment. I apologize for the belated reply!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year to you and your family!
Oooo! That is a perfect braid! Looks like a perfect mantel piece
Thanks, Terri, for your visit!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!
I’d say it was perfect. A lovely finish.
Thanks, Andrea, for your visit and comment!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!
Looks ropey to me! Lovely finish, Susan!
Thanks, Heather, for your visit!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!
It’s gorgeous, great finishing
The braid looks like rope – great choice!
Thanks, Dar, as always for your continued visits!
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Lovely finish! The braid is great, it has a nautical look about it, just right for your design. I haven’t come across anything as nice here in the U.K.
Thanks for your visit and lovely comment, Nicola.
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year to you and your family!
Another pretty project my dear friend. Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving.
Hugs and Kisses,
♥Ana
Thanks, Ana! I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving, too!
What a sweet piece & I love the edge detail. Thanks for your well wishes regarding my new house! It’s all very exciting. Just trying to get up head around moving, finances & renovations – lots of fun planning it all.
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Melissah
it is absolutely adorable!! i LOVE it susan
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Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment, Cheryl!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year to you and your family!
I love this!
Thanks, Suzanne, for your visit!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!
Susan, that is SOOOO neat! The braid is perfect for the design. Great job–I’m sure it looks great with your seaside decorating.
Thanks for visiting, Siobhan!
Merry Christmas to you and your family, and Happy New Year!
Susan, it’s wonderful! the braid looks really like rope. beautiful work
warm hugs to you,
Maria
Thanks, Maria, for your visit, and sweet comment!
Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year!
Absolutely perfect! Lovely stitching and finish!
Thanks for visiting my blog, Rachel! I hope you have a very Merry Christmas!
Beautiful finish and the trim is a perfect touch!!
Thanks, Michelle!
Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year!
I checked out the link & those waterford decorations are just gorgeous!
x
Melissah
Thanks for visiting, Melissah! I hope you have a fabulous Christmas!
Hi Susan
Many thanks for paying me a visit and leaving a comment.
What a fabulous site you have here – love the look and you have obviously built up a great community.
Always a pleasure to meet another Genesis user and look forward to interacting on twitter.
Thanks for visiting, Keith! I’ll see you on Twitter!
I LOVE this…I am now off to see if I can locate that design.
Thanks for visiting, Marie! The design is a freebie, so if your LNS doesn’t have it, I’ll be happy to share mine!
Merry Christmas, Susan!
I absolutely adore this piece. Is that counted cross stitch? It sure is cute, and I love the saying.
Hope your holidays are lovely…
XO,
Sheila
Not sure why my blog site didn’t come up, but I will try it again!
What a beautiful little project Susan! Thank you for your kind comments and have a very Merry Christmas!
Sherry
It’s lovely Susan… if I recall correctly, I was with you when you picked up this pattern. I love the braid!