Most of the stitching is cross stitch over two strands on 28count linen. The lettering was stitched over one. The centre of the main violet is a smyrna cross stitch and there was the very minimum of back stitch.I used a pale green fabric for the back with a flower motif. I chose this fabric from my stash as the green matched the light green of the leaves on the front. In the end, I went with a wall hanging finish, bearing in mind that this has to take a trip across the Atlantic.
This is the last of the exchange pieces I have to do for a while. I can now concentrate on catching up with Alla Turca and An Important Flower. I also have the next round robin piece to work on, though I need to find a design for this first.
That is such a pretty design! I have never seen that one before and is really nice. A great finish too.
ReplyDeleteI agree - it is a lovely design and how nicely executed.
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty. I love the shades and the sentiment.
ReplyDeleteOoh, so pretty! I love the tree in particular for some reason...
ReplyDeleteI love BBD's. You did a lovely job on that. Hope you get something equally nice in return.
ReplyDeleteIt's a lovely exchange, congratulations
ReplyDeleteVery beautiful design! Lots of delicate work here! Thank you so much for sharing!
ReplyDeleteA very lovely piece - that's one very lucky exchange partner. :0)
ReplyDeleteoh what a gorgegeous design.
ReplyDeleteOh wow, I love this! Your partner is so lucky. :)
ReplyDeleteOH, this is such a pretty and sweet design.....your exchange partner is sure to love it.
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