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cross stitches, cross stitching, embroidery, fairies, fairy, framed, handmade, Handmake, stitches, Stitching
After receiving this very pretty Fairy cross stitch kit in a swap, quite some time ago, I prepared the floss and was indeed looking forward to starting on them. However it did not happen as soon as I had hoped.
But thanks to the lovely Ginny at My Time Stitching, her beautiful Mermaids and her inspiration, I got totally inspired to start stitching these pretty little Fairies.
It was a rather unusual kit, as the instructions indicated that you only “highlight” some of the areas on the printed fabric with cross stitches, and the diagrams indicated some areas as a suggestion only. The floss was only for “highlighting” as it was by far not enough to cover the whole fabric.
You are advised to use your own initiative as you go ahead and stitch areas that you want to bring out and accentuate. So that is exactly what I did. But I got carried away when it came to the wings, thanks to Ginny and her beadwork on her Mermaids, and I added some beads to the wings as well. Thanks Ginny.
As soon as I had completed them, I immediately got them framed in a little frame and hung them above my crafting table.
Now I am itching to stitch more. Our summer is around the corner, and I only have one or two more winter projects to finish off, then I can start working on “summer projects” which may very well include some stitching.
littleblackdogsa 
It certainly turned out beautifully. The ‘highlighting’ method is a new idea to me, but it seems to work well as well as being quicker. I’m not sure I’d feel like it was finished, though!
Lol. I dont feel like it is finished either. I will be stitching more though, and doing one that I get to stitch all the stitches. 🙂
Joey, you are such a sweetie! Thank you for the “plug” and I am so happy to inspire you. Your Fairy stitch is so lovely! The beads are a beautiful addition! Great job! I have not seen stitching where just highlighting is added. It is such a sweet stitch and I am so happy to see it framed and hanging on your wall already. Sweet! My heart, has indeed grown a size because of your kind words ❤
Thanks Ginny, you inspired me to finally get started on the Fairies, and now I am ready to stitch even more. But this time a little one that stitches all the stitches, and not just doing highlighted areas. 🙂
Lol. I framed and hung it, as I loved yours so much. 🙂
Take care and happy stitching.
Looks beautiful love the beads
Thank you so very much. 🙂
So pretty
Thank you so very much. 🙂 I appreciate your kind comments.
Beautiful work. Well done!
Thank you so much, your kind words is appreciated. 🙂
It’s stunning.
Thank you so much. 🙂