This is from Endangered Species by Cross My Heart. The copyright is 1988. I purchased the pattern book on a trip to Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville AL in 1990, with the intention of making it for my first grandson who was due in Jan, 1991. He is now 24 years old and I am still s..l..o..w..l..y, s..l..o..w..l..y stitching. It is on 24-point grey canvas and I am convinced I have 12-point eyesight...that's my excuse, anyway.
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It's going to be gorgeous! Blessings, Marlene
ReplyDeleteThanks, Marnie. Grandson has long ago forgotten about this, so if I ever finish it, it will be a surprise for him.
DeleteI haven't got the accuracy or the patience - lovely work so far
ReplyDeleteOh that is gorgeous. I am in the midst of a long-term project myself...although not that long. I chose 14-count Aida to make it easier on my eyes.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done cross stitch in years for that same reason. Finishing it should come with a celebration of some sort or at least a life time achievement award! Happy Stitching!
ReplyDeleteI used to do a lot of cross stitching when I did not need glasses...Now, the glasses must be on or it is hopeless! This is definitely a long term project, but looking good!
ReplyDeleteIt will be gorgeous. Funny how the eyes just aren't what they used to be. Sure makes it more challenging.
ReplyDeleteI don't think it matters how long these things take - every stitch is made with love :) It's a beautiful piece of work and I'm sure it'll be loved very much.
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ReplyDeleteThank you for your kind encouragement. I need all that I can get.
DeleteOh you made me smile :)
ReplyDeleteWe all have those lifelong projects!