A little gift for my friend (and hairdresser) Sue for her birthday, which is in a couple of weeks. She doesn't use a computer so I know I won't spoil the surprise by posting this now. Sue has been my hairdresser for 30 years, so when I move to Dubai in a few weeks time I'm going to really miss our monthly girlie chats while she does my hair!
The design is 'Friends Count', a freebie from The Victoria Sampler which can be found on the website. I've used the listed DMC threads and 28ct cream Cashel linen and finished it as a bookmark, but the design can also be finished framed by omitting the Nun's Stitch edging.
This is the second time now that I've stitched this for a friend and I expect it won't be the last - I think it's a lovely gift to give, and as well as being enjoyable to stitch, it stitches up nice and quickly too! :o)
That is lovely! I must print that one out for my freebie folder!
ReplyDeleteLove your stitching!!
It's lovely Carol - what a nice gift.
ReplyDeleteIt's exciting moving to Dubai for awhile, please let us know all about it when you settle in. It seems like an incredible place with lots of luxury from what we see in the news.
The bookmark is lovely Carol.
ReplyDeleteI think your friend will be delighted with her gift.
Your stitching is always so perfect.
Margaret
What an elegant bookmark, Carol--your friend will surely love it :)
ReplyDeleteLovely Carol. I seem to remember making this for someone back in around 2005 ;-)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stitching Carol, I love the colours you used..
ReplyDeleteLove your bookmark Carol. have made a note of wheren to find the design as I know who it would be perfect to stitch for. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeletelovely bookmark! I'm sure your friend will be delighted.
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful gift Carol, perfectly finished too
ReplyDeleteBeautiful bookmark! I'm sure your friend would be happy to receive such a gift!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Tatyana
What a lovely bookmark! So elegant. Sue'll love it.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely momento and your stitching is spectacular!
ReplyDeleteWow Carol. So delicate! Congrats on your work!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Laurita
What a beautiful gift for your hairdresser. I bet she will love it.
ReplyDeleteA very pretty bookmark Carol - so delicate!
ReplyDeleteBest of luck with your move to Dubai!
Beautiful gift and keepsake for your friend Carol to remind her of the fun times you have shared over the years.
ReplyDeleteI too have stitched this a few times for friends
this job is very beautiful....
ReplyDeletePat
How lovely!
ReplyDeleteIt's a nice lovely gift! I am sure she liked very much.
ReplyDeleteHugs!
Pretty piece. I love the colors in it.
ReplyDeleteit's a beautiful and delicate keepsake
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