Just in time to wear on the 4th of July, I finished a little cross-stitch design on a tank top. The top is a very light, bright green, not a color I usually go for. So I thought I might like it better with a little embellishment. The shirt looks much paler (and even blue) in the photos. I used waste canvas, but it's still a struggle to get it to come out well. It'll do. Next time I might try adding some iron-on interfacing first, but I'm guessing I won't like working with that either. I could try wash-away stabilizer at some point.
The design is a Mausimom freebie, but I don't think it's available online anymore. At least the last link I had for it doesn't work now.
Now I want to find a design to use for this luscious floss I received from Mary after winning her contest on the San-Man board. This is 'Princess' from the
Sassy Strings line. I've use lots of Sassy's fabrics, but I've never tried her floss. Very reasonably priced too.
Have a great 4th of July weekend everyone!
23 comments:
Very nice!
Sorry no idea for the Sassy floss. Maybe pink... sheep!? *lol*
Happy 4th of July!
Kirsten
A very clever idea, and I think it turned out beautiful! I have this freebie printed out and definitely need to stitch it. Happy 4th!
I like the tank top! The bumble bees are a great touch.
For the floss, maybe another tank with pink flowers?
Wishing you a happy and safe 4th of July.
Wow what a lovely idea for your tank top.. great design too.
I have never heart of that floss, from the beginning of my blogging I have learn al new threads this is one more ...hihi
Happy 4th of July
Very nice! Very cute stitching.
I agree that waste canvas is a pain, though.
A very bright pink, hmm. A heart is what leaps to my mind.
Oh, that us really pretty. I can't say I'm a fan of waste canvas, but needs must. This has turned out really well
wow...that looks cute...
yeah..waste canvas is some times a pain...but the result is always pretty
Your tank top looks fab Annie, just love the cute design.
Pretty pink floss, my first thought is a cute pink chicken with turquiose blue spots..LOL!
Happy 4th July.
Your tank top is fabulous! The result is worth while the effort.
And I just love your 'luggage tag', you always find some lovely designs o them.
Happy 4th of July to you!
Very nice stitching on tank top! Well done, Annie. Very cute design. Sorry that I couldn't comment all your posts, I was overwhelmed with jobs and party, I haven't had time to read and comment too much. I hope to catch up soon.
Your tshirt turned out lovely and was well worth the pain of using waste canvas.
I have that free design it is so cute.
Hope you had great 4th July celebrations.
Now that's adorable!
I didn't know Sassy did threads. Lovely color :o)
I think the shirt turned out great, Annie!
Such a cute design for the tank top, great job. I never tried waste canvas so i don't have no idea how it works.
Looking forward to see what or which design you're going to use the pink floss.
Great job on that tank top! Perfect for summer!
Annie, it's adorable!!
So cute!! :D
Have you heard about Soluble Canvas?
I have a little piece, from DMC, I haven't used it yet but... they says it goes away just with water :)
Dmc - soluble canvas
What a cute idea. Really sparks up a plain shirt!
What a clever idea! It looks too cute, Annie!
Great job on the tank top :)
Great idea for the tank top. I've always wanted to try waste canvas but I've heard it's hard to remove. I think one of my holiday projects might be stitching on a bag. Let us know if you try the water soluable stuff I'm curious.
Oh, what a nice idea! This turned out really cute!
The little birdie is so cute! Makes me smile.
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