Cross-stitching and Embroidery

My Favorite Things #20/365

During my sophomore year in high school, I took a needle arts class. Among other things, I learned how to do cross-stitching and embroidery. I really like doing it when I have the time; it is very relaxing.

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Cami said…
Wow! Those are really good!! Did you follow patterns or make them up?
June 12, 2009 at 10:03 PM
Ariel said…
I have followed patterns. But I am going to do one soon, hopefully, that I will do with my own ideas.
June 12, 2009 at 10:50 PM
The Holdaway Family said…
I love them! I wish I could do them, I am sure that I could but I never was taught...where have you gotten your patterns from?
June 14, 2009 at 10:11 AM
Ariel said…
The patterns for the embroidery I got from my class. You stencil it on and embroider on the colors as the pattern directs. The patterns for the cross-stitching came from kits that you can buy at Walmart or whatever.
June 14, 2009 at 11:38 AM
Sara said…
They look great! I would love to do cross-stitching and embroidery. Maybe once my kids are older and I have more time for stuff I enjoy!
July 6, 2009 at 9:01 PM
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