I started cross stitching before I was a quilter. I just wanted something to do while my ex watched football. Then I became obsessed. I quit doing it when my eyes started to go and I started quilting. Hand applique has replaced it for me now. I just love having something to do with my hands that ends with an item I like to look at. I did cross stitch stockings from a wonderful pattern in the 80's. My son's fiance has one just like it done by a grandmother. They decided that was a sign they should get married. So you never know what impact your stitching may have-lol.
I've always been crafty and had a blast picking out new crafts to do. When I was in high school I was walking through the store and saw that the counted cross stitch aisle had several beautiful things in it. I noticed a dragon pattern. (I love dragons!!) So I figured why not try it. I've been hooked ever since. I picked it up heavy after college and having my son. It's something I could do in the evening while watching TV. Now I can't imagine life without my stitching.
I used to cross stitch, and liked to do it while watching TV with my family. I have a hard time just sitting and watching. In the last 10 years, the only way I can do handwork is to take off my glasses. So much for watching TV! And, cross stitch kind of lost its attraction for me at that point.
I started cross stitching when I was a pre-teen, after I learned embroidery. I started with stamped designs but quickly got bored with those and moved up to counted. I love seeing the design evolve from a blank canvas and be able to alter it to suit my needs.
I started cross stitching before I was a quilter. I just wanted something to do while my ex watched football. Then I became obsessed. I quit doing it when my eyes started to go and I started quilting. Hand applique has replaced it for me now. I just love having something to do with my hands that ends with an item I like to look at. I did cross stitch stockings from a wonderful pattern in the 80's. My son's fiance has one just like it done by a grandmother. They decided that was a sign they should get married. So you never know what impact your stitching may have-lol.
ReplyDeleteI've always been crafty and had a blast picking out new crafts to do. When I was in high school I was walking through the store and saw that the counted cross stitch aisle had several beautiful things in it. I noticed a dragon pattern. (I love dragons!!) So I figured why not try it. I've been hooked ever since. I picked it up heavy after college and having my son. It's something I could do in the evening while watching TV. Now I can't imagine life without my stitching.
ReplyDeleteI like it and it's very relaxing. ^^
ReplyDeleteI used to cross stitch, and liked to do it while watching TV with my family. I have a hard time just sitting and watching. In the last 10 years, the only way I can do handwork is to take off my glasses. So much for watching TV! And, cross stitch kind of lost its attraction for me at that point.
ReplyDeleteI started cross stitching when I was a pre-teen, after I learned embroidery. I started with stamped designs but quickly got bored with those and moved up to counted. I love seeing the design evolve from a blank canvas and be able to alter it to suit my needs.
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