I burned the midnight oil last night, and finished the Santa punch needle! It's still better in person, but I tried to get more photos out in the daylight. I usually don't do Santas, but I couldn't pass this one up. I just listed it on Ebay, along with a couple other punch needle pinkeeps. I also updated my selling blog with a snowman candle mat and snowman stitchery pillow.
My next projects will be a scarecrow punch needle, and a Christmas cross stitch. I have them out on the dining room table, and they are waiting for me to start them!
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ince I have a few Christmas items listed on Ebay, I thought I would continue the Christmas in July theme. I took a rug hooking pattern, and turned it into a punch needle pattern. This photo doesn't do it justice. The gold/tan background is very subtle. I punched it using 3 different shades, and combined them in different amount through out the background. The effect is is a very subtle shading and gives the piece some depth. The outside border is a warm brown, and gives it a warm tone. Now I have to decide how I'll finish this piece. I'm thinking a pinkeep, with a wool background. It measures 5 1/2" x 6". When I'm done, I'll list it on Ebay (though I might change my mind!). I'll have to get it in a different light and see how the photos turn out. Sometimes just taking it outside in the shade will get a better photo to what the colors actually are. Now to start planning the next project, now that I"m motivated!
HELP! My needle threader just broke, so I can't finish my punch needle tonight. Guess it's a trip to the store tomorrow to find another one. Hobby Lobby is closed on Sunday, so it will be either Hancock Fabrics or Joann. Maybe I should buy several of them so I always have one handy. This is what it looks like so far:
Not a great photo, but the black cat has a green hat. I think it will be a pinkeep/pillow to hang on a knob. I have another drawn up, and will try different colors. It's fun to see how different they can look. Tip of the day: Hobby Lobby has coupons on their web page. Every other week, they have a printable coupon for 40% off one item. A single cut of fabric is considered one item, so if you purchase 5 yards, it's still 40% off. Since Hob Lob is the closest craft store, I use the coupons frequently!
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