Hand Stitched Piece Complete!
Ta-Da! Here’s my finished piece, all nicely framed.
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What do you think? I’m really happy with it. Especially after framing! Isn’t it amazing how much farming adds to a piece? (Not only visually, but also figuratively. The stitching measures only 5″ x 7″, but the framed dimensions are 16″ x 19″.)
I love the texture of this little abstract piece. Here’s a detail shot.
I need a title for it. Any ideas?
This hand stitching was great fun and I’m already working on another one. I can definitely see myself creating more.
Ellen Lindner
Updated 7-27: I named it Unexpected Treasures. (It sold right away!)
love it Ellen!! how about ‘off the beaten path’ ??
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