Follow your Heart...

[geb1966ky]

I've been waiting to post a photo of one of my favorite  Christmas gifts until I could find a frame for it. It seemed a rather appropriate sentiment, considering it says exactly what I plan to do this year:

Comments

[beckycochrane]

I don't mean to be bossy, but if Marika didn't do this, you need to. I'm thinking she didn't because it has a fold line.

It's important to wash it and iron it. However, you can't just throw it in the washer on gentle. Treat it like the piece of art it is!

Also, you could use a larger frame with a mat and show it off better.

I know I'm being an interfering Aries, but fabric art made with love by a friend deserves the best!

Here's a link with advice on how to wash and iron it:

http://ezinearticles.com/?Washing-Your-Finished-Cross-Stitch-Piece&id=4969355

[geb1966ky]

Thanks for the tip, Becky! No worries about interfering or being bossy!! :)

[marikanola]

oh oh , look at Becky not only do I have to be a creative SOUL (spelled wrong the first time) but I must be a laundress as well! I have to go now, Dash wants a clean smoking jacket for tomorrow, I must go down to the river and beat it against a rock.

:)

[marikanola]

wow... I just read the article, and that is not how I typically do it, but I think I am going to try the different towel technique. Lesson learned!

[beckycochrane]

I can't believe how you mock me when I'm only showing reverence for your work. How sharper than a serpent's tooth it is to have an ungrateful Marika!

[beckycochrane]

P.S. Dash's smoking jacket needs to be dry cleaned.

[marikanola]

Did I say smoking jacket? I meant his puffy pirate shirt.

[marikanola]

I giggled with delight when I read that, I know it's not a compliment, but it feels like one!