Happy Friday! I am really glad to host TGIFF today and share with you a recent finish of mine. If this is your first time visiting Echinops & Aster, welcome! Feel free to get a cup of your favorite beverage and have a look around. : )
I have been doing lots of hand stitching lately as the weather has cooled down. It's been just me, my needlework, a quilt, and Netflix (I've moved on from my 90's TV kick to re-watching "Lost"). : ) I have also decided to take up cross stich again. This was the very first craft that I learned as a child so it holds special significance for me, not to mention remembering the hours I put into earning the accompanying girl scout badge.
Last week I shared a pic of the embroidery floss palette that I put together to begin working on a couple patterns. Wee Little Stitches on Etsy recently had a sale, so I purchased two of their awesome pixelated patterns to begin working on. I picked up the Labyrinth and the Princess Bride, although choosing between all of the fun options was not easy!
I decided to stitch up the Princess Bride pattern first. This came together really quickly too. Over a few nights I was able to finish up the bulk of the stitching, pausing only to make a run to Joann's for some metallic floss that I couldn't find locally.
I also forgot how soothing cross stitch is. Beyond not counting correctly, there really isn't much chance to mess up. The stitches are all pretty much the same, with a few french knots and backstitches thrown in here and there. It was such a relaxing project to work on and I can't wait to get started on the Labyrinth pattern soon!
I'm also excited to see what you have finished this week! Remember that all this month is OctoberQuest at TGIFF, so each time you link up a project, you'll be entered into the giveaway for one of two $50 gift certificates from Mad About Patchwork. For more info, check out the full OctoberQuest rules here.
So link up those finishes below--making sure to link back and add the TGIFF button to your post. Then please stop by and comment on the other finishes this week. Let's encourage and inspire each other! : )
So link up those finishes below--making sure to link back and add the TGIFF button to your post. Then please stop by and comment on the other finishes this week. Let's encourage and inspire each other! : )
It's awesome, Jenelle! The Princess Bride is one of my favourite movies -- I've lost count how many times I've seen it. Your cross-stitch is a great homage. Thanks for hosting TGIFF!
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ReplyDeleteYour cross stitch looks so great! I can't wait to see your Labyrinth one. I'm loving all those patterns over at weelittlestitches!
ReplyDeleteI love that movie!! What a fantastic pattern!
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ReplyDeleteI'm so embarrassed... urban dictionary says that "wonkey" is not what I thought it was, so I thought I better change my blogger id :) Still, super excited to post pics of my finished quilt!
DeleteAhh...so cute! I got in on the same sale. Got a Star Wars one and a Ferris Bueller one.
ReplyDeleteLooks great Jenelle! I've been considering getting a few of those patterns as well - I wish I had seen the sale! We actually just watched that movie again a few weeks ago!
ReplyDeleteSo cute Jenelle! We have the movie, really should watch it one of these days for old time's sake!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love your cross stitch! When I first saw these patterns I thought I had to make one for my Husband and then forgot. Thanks for the reminder. Guess what he will be getting for Christmas! Now just to choose between the Princess Bride and Ferris Bueller...
ReplyDeleteI adore the Princess Bride!!! Lovely job on the cross stitch. Hi from Colorado!
ReplyDeletedo you instagram - if yes, you must check out my secret christmas project -- aka the cross stitch from heck!! haha (@knotted_thread) I bought the Firefly cross stitch a while back, these patterns are great!! it looks awesome!
ReplyDeleteI love the Princess Bride! And your cross stitch is so cute and fun.
ReplyDeleteSo cute Jenelle! I did cross-stitch as a kid, too - might have to give it another crack. Thanks for the gorgeous inspiration. :)
ReplyDeleteAdorable cross stitch. Great. . .now you're making me want to learn cross stitch!
ReplyDeleteFabulous cross stitch!! I've never done any but these patterns look really fun!
ReplyDeleteMy sister knew that movie by heart and would annoy us every time we watched it!
ReplyDeleteAnd I am talking about the script not just what is going to happen next. :/
Deletetoo great! Although, now I have Labrynth songs stuck in my head. You remind me of the boy... Twentyish years and still know all the words. Bit worrying, that.
ReplyDeleteHoly Cow, "wee little stitches" has the cuttest patterns. I'm sewwww gonna buy a bunch. Thanks for sharing your finish. I shared mine and I'm looking forward to seeing all the other links. Take care.
ReplyDeleteI love your cross stitch! I was an addict through the late 80's & early 90's... really need to get back to it.
ReplyDeleteLove that cross stitch! I hadn't heard of their Etsy shop but am off to check it out now, thanks for the link!
ReplyDeleteThat is so sweet! It makes me want to pick up some thread!
ReplyDeleteAww I love the pixelated people - very sweet!
ReplyDeleteI have never done a cross stitch but with modern patterns I may just be tempted to learn!
ReplyDeleteI love those cross-stitches!!
ReplyDeleteI notice the linky is closed? Though it was going to be open til Oct 31? Help! I want to link up!
I fixed the linky party so you can add your project. Thanks for letting me know!
DeleteI had forgotten about that Etsy store! I bought the Labyrinth for myself and the movie monsters to stitch up for my Halloween/horor movie obsessed friend. Your stitching is beautiful, like always. I do think it's about time I've watched The Princess Bride. Never got around to it when it was first released.
ReplyDeleteThat looks like a fun project! My teenage daughter has been watching The Princess Bride lately -- I'd forgotten how much I love that movie.
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