December 12, 2013

Ole' St. Nick



My all time favorite hand work is cross stitch. It's been a while since I did anything new in cross stitch but this is a piece I have kept for many years and since it's the Holidays I thought it was appropriate to show you.
Clearly you can see the year it was finished
back in 2006



Oh so many tiny stitches took me a very long time to finish. 
The pattern came from a cross stitch book my older sister had and it was
given to me but as the years have gone past that book has been misplaced.
Maybe if I do a little goggle search, I might be able to find a piece somewhat like it
because I would really love to make another.





There has also been a lot of knitting going on. 
Not really sure if I am getting anywhere but hopefully soon
I will share what I've been working on. 
You see...I am a new knitter and it seems to be my favorite hobby 
at the moment. 
I'll be back with more on that later.
Thanks for visiting
and
Happy Holidays!
xx
Shari

13 comments:

  1. I love your Santa! Gosh, I haven't done cross-stitch for ages... I sold or gave away most of my books and supplies although I did keep a few patterns and the floss to complete them if the mood should hit me, and with my fickle muse one never knows ... lol!
    Hugs my sweet blogging sister,
    Beth

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    1. (( I know)) don't you just love him. I almost didn't finish this but sooo glad I did. I love pulling it out each year!
      and I am really surprised it's held up for the past seven years!
      Hugs back to you........Shari

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  2. Love your Santa. I used to do counted cross stitch all the time but my eyes just aren't what they used to be. :-). Now I do more knitting and crochet, it's much easier to see.
    Blessings,
    Betsy

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    1. Oh I know Betsy, my eyes are not the same either but I still love to do it! Thanks so much for visiting today and leaving such a sweet message!
      xo

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  3. You stitched up a mighty fine fellow, Shari! Having tried counted cross-stitch long ago, I appreciate your efforts all the more. Lots of tiny stitches that you did very well! xx

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    1. Thank you Gracie....I really enjoyed making this guy I really wish to make something else. I do prefer the larger prints verses the smaller ones that way I can frame them or make pillows and such!
      Thanks so much for your kind message today.
      Keep well!
      Shari

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  4. I love Santa, well older vintage type ones and yours is adorable. I think you did a great job Shari and there sure needs to be another stitched up to keep this one company.
    Hugs,
    Meredith

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    1. Thank you Meredith! I love him too. I am on the search this morning for another one like it but no luck so far...pressing on!
      Hugs

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  5. Shari, I also love your Santa - you've done a wonderful job of him and I think he would appreciate a partner so I wish you happy searching! I'm wishing you well with your knitting progress too - just a little time and patience and you'll be turning out more of your lovely works of art! Warm hugs, Joy xo
    PS I have missed a few posts cause I've been totally 'un-synched' lately - just trying to get myself together again! xx

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    1. Aww thank you Joy! I just finished my very first knitted scarf and I love how it turned out. Now all I need is a model so I can take a picture of it!! Do you know how hard it is to hold the camera and take a picture of yourself....not easy! LOL
      No worries about posting....we will all be here when you are ready!
      Keep well!
      xo

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  6. Hello Shari! Just found you over here I noticed the button on Sunday Notes, your cross stitch is beautiful! You really are such a talented crafter! xx

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    1. Hi Amy!!!!! I am so glad you wondered over here too. Thank you for leaving such a sweet message! you are so thoughtful.
      xo

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  7. Oh friend!!!! This piece is completely amazing!!!! You have inspired me to make something like this for my home! It is just beautiful! Love this blog by the way!!!!

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