I really am not good at "finishing" a cross stitch project. I enjoy the stitching and then put them in a shoebox to languish. I knew this most recent project would need to be totally finished ~ and soon ~ if it was going to be gifted on Christmas Day. As I posted previously, the stitching gave me some fits but I persevered. Yesterday was the day! I must say I am happy with the way it turned out. I have very little fabric stash but did have the perfect fabric for the back.
I wasn't sure if I would like the vintage tinsel around the edge, but I love it! I really don't want to gift it . . . but will along with the little vintage Santa boot . . . which I would also love to keep 😁
I thought I would share some of my holiday rugs. I have given away many more than I have kept! This is the most recent one I gave away. Mr. Jingles, pattern by Notforgotten Farm.
These first rugs are ones I won on blog give-aways many years ago. This one is from Sandi Lucero.
From Kelly Belfast.
And a pillow from Joanne Walker. When I got it, my foster dog ate some of the French knot snowflakes.
Some that I have hooked.
Pattern by DoodleDog Primitives
Michelle Palmer (his coat is actually a subtle blue)
Lori Rippey
Inspired by friend Lynn's rug
One of the first rugs I drew out and hooked in 2005.
Snowman was a class with Marlene Troyer a few years ago.
Now if I were more organized, I could show you some of the others I have gifted, but organization is not my forte!
Thanks so much for stopping by.
Pug hugs 😊
Lauren
Pug hugs 😊
Lauren
