Great Joy

Here is a recent finish from the #merrymondayxs stitchalong on Instagram. This is another design from the Chalkboard Ornament series by Hands on Designs, Great Joy, which can be found on the Part II chart.

Finished into a simple flat ornament, I've used a black and white dotty fabric for the backing and it's trimmed with the same red wool trim that I've used in previous finishes from this series. I also glued on a little holly button, with a tiny dot of fabric glue.

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Chalkboard Ornaments

I absolutely loved stitching these chalkboard ornaments by Hands on Design. I had originally intended to stitch the whole series this year but the rest will have to wait for 2019 now :)

I mostly used the recommended threads, substituting Chalk gentle art sampler thread with DMC 3685, on 32ct black belfast linen.

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All things stitching

Over the weekend I finished the very last part of the Farmhouse Christmas series, Ba Ba Black Sheep.

I hope to make a start on turning my stitching into individual ornaments later this week.

I "think" I've finally finished stitching the last of my 2018 ornaments for family and friends - I need to do a count up to check, and of course, there are several that I won't be able to show until after they have been given to the recipients :) This one is from Hands on Designs Chalkboard ornament series.

Started back in May, while Hannah and I were watching the Royal Wedding of Megan and Harry, I have been slowly stitching away on Cross Stitch Nation by Heartstring Samplery.

I couldn't resist ordering the new Lizzie Kate Christmas Santa pattern (available from 123 Stitch) and it arrived in the post yesterday. Last night I sorted the threads and some fabric so I'll making a start on it tonight.  It looks a cute stitch.

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Last few - Chalkboard Ornaments & Merry Christmas!

I really enjoyed stitching these Chalkboard Ornaments by Hands on Designs. This selection has gone to friends and family, and in 2018 I'd like to stitch the series for our Christmas tree, perhaps one per month.

Stitched on 32 count black Belfast linen with the recommended threads, these designs were a pleasure to stitch.

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This will be my last post before Christmas so I wanted to take the time to thank each and everyone of you, thank you so much for visiting my blog, sending me messages and emails, and always leaving positive comments here and on Instagram. It always makes my day to hear from you.

I wish you and your family a very Happy Christmas, filled with lots of happy times, laughter and yummy food too. Take care and all the best for the Festive Season.

Merry Christmas!

Katrina xx