I love how the little one in the background is asking "is it bedtime?" He sounds just like my daughter! I got a little chuckle out of it. That is a big project; and i love the lap scroll. I need one of those :) I am doing a project myself and it is probably half way done :) Cute video!
I did the same Dragon and Castle cross stitch by Teresa Wentzler but I did mine on the back of a denim jacket on waste canvas. It took forever, but looks amazing. I get compliments on it whenever I wear it.
i got mine from a cross stitch cataloge called Needlecrafts with cross stitch, they are normally a leaflet in cross stitch magazine. The stand i am using is made by Lapman. It is a lap frame with clips to secure your stitching and it comes with a carry case Total cost c. £50.
Unfortunately they are like backstitch you have to do it to make it look good. That was only a small sample of my threads for the wee bit of the project I was working on. I have a full set of DMC threads and a huge pile of other makes which are not kept at all tidily along with all the kits and bits and bobs I have for my sewing and my Mother in law has a pile of books for me (Sometimes she has material and other stuff too).
It has also taken me over ten years to pluck up the courage to start this design. I must admit it is a definite challenge with so many colours. The picture also looks a lot lighter than the actual piece of work and difficult to visualise what it will actually look like once all the backstich is done to give it the 3D effect.I am on the last hurdle now and just have the left hand wing to complete then the backstiching, if i ever see another quarter stitch i will scream.
I have this one sitting around for 14 - 15 YEARS before I plucked up the courage to make a start on it, about a year ago. I only get a chance to work on it for about an hour at a time maybe 2 or 3 times a week, so it's a really slow process, or and I have 3 or 4 on the go at the same time.
Thats another first. My kids are sometimes cute but not my husband. How long have you had the pattern? Its taken me over ten years to be brave enough to start it. Hopefully it wont take me that long to stitch it, but saying that I do have one piece that has taken me over 15 years to do and it is still not done. Hugs and kisses Mrs scrums
Welcome my love into this wonderful family. Oh the patience you must have. Kez bought me a bag last Christmas which is cross stitch and its still has not been started. I am so overawed with it. I scared to start in case I go wrong from the very beginning. Anyway Welcome my love, you will find many friends here. Take care love :)
If you want to get hooked pick a mag with a small picture to stitch. You'll realise how easy it is and want to progress to bigger ones. All you have to be able to do is count.
That's beautiful Mrs. Scrumsrus!! I used to cross stitch. I've been missing it lately. I too have a piece I started 20 years ago that's not finished! My work isn't half as beautiful as Mrs. S's-that's something to aspire to!
Hi Bekkah, Thank you very much. Your grandkid is loverly we watch the video's from time to time I just love kids of that age especially when we can give them back. ;-)
You Bet! LOL It's wonderful having grandchildren! He's such a love. I could never make a video that shows it! Thanks for saying 'bye' to us... hehe, nice to meet ya!
nice dragon...i like it
4solong 2 years ago
I love how the little one in the background is asking "is it bedtime?" He sounds just like my daughter! I got a little chuckle out of it. That is a big project; and i love the lap scroll. I need one of those :) I am doing a project myself and it is probably half way done :) Cute video!
beckystar2000 4 years ago
I did the same Dragon and Castle cross stitch by Teresa Wentzler but I did mine on the back of a denim jacket on waste canvas. It took forever, but looks amazing. I get compliments on it whenever I wear it.
pieintheeye 4 years ago
My wife just explained how waste canvas works and I think that must look stunning on a denim jacket.
scrumsrus 4 years ago
Hi scrumsrus, I have that same cross Stitch picture on my wall my sister did it for my Birthday
pik93 4 years ago
where did you get the frame? cant get a decent one anywhere
zeniebeenie 4 years ago
i got mine from a cross stitch cataloge called Needlecrafts with cross stitch, they are normally a leaflet in cross stitch magazine. The stand i am using is made by Lapman. It is a lap frame with clips to secure your stitching and it comes with a carry case Total cost c. £50.
We hope that helps,
Take Care,
Health & Happiness,
Regards & Best Wishes,
Andy & Sylvia
scrumsrus 4 years ago
many thanks. great stitching by the way!!
zeniebeenie 4 years ago
hey dont you hate terezas charts? i have peacock majesty and peocock tepestry and have started neither, i am frightened by the fractionals.
and hey thats no mess you should see my threads.
willowcandra 5 years ago
Unfortunately they are like backstitch you have to do it to make it look good. That was only a small sample of my threads for the wee bit of the project I was working on. I have a full set of DMC threads and a huge pile of other makes which are not kept at all tidily along with all the kits and bits and bobs I have for my sewing and my Mother in law has a pile of books for me (Sometimes she has material and other stuff too).
Hugs & Kisses,
Sylvia (Mrs. Scrums)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
It has also taken me over ten years to pluck up the courage to start this design. I must admit it is a definite challenge with so many colours. The picture also looks a lot lighter than the actual piece of work and difficult to visualise what it will actually look like once all the backstich is done to give it the 3D effect.I am on the last hurdle now and just have the left hand wing to complete then the backstiching, if i ever see another quarter stitch i will scream.
luskentyre 5 years ago
Snap... lol
I know exactly how you feel. Post a video when you finish it so we can see that it's all worth while. I hope you finish it soon.
Hugs & Kisses.
Sylvia (Mrs. Scrums)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
I've just started this one!
Have you finished it yet?
Ihatehousework 5 years ago
Not this decade.... lol
I have this one sitting around for 14 - 15 YEARS before I plucked up the courage to make a start on it, about a year ago. I only get a chance to work on it for about an hour at a time maybe 2 or 3 times a week, so it's a really slow process, or and I have 3 or 4 on the go at the same time.
Good luck with yours
Hug & kisses
Sylvia (Mrs. Scrums)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
I spend my Saturdays with mine, I'm doing a Stitch Along on it with other TW fans.
I'm a huge TW fan and have done a fair few of her designs and have had the honour of meeting her a few years ago
Ihatehousework 5 years ago
You both are so cute :)
I have that pattern! Great job :)
trenthamfamily 5 years ago
Thats another first. My kids are sometimes cute but not my husband. How long have you had the pattern? Its taken me over ten years to be brave enough to start it. Hopefully it wont take me that long to stitch it, but saying that I do have one piece that has taken me over 15 years to do and it is still not done. Hugs and kisses Mrs scrums
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Nice vid and great cross stitch! :o)
Kazzahrella 5 years ago
Its a sneaky vid, I might forgive him sometime soon. Thank you for the compliment. Hugs and kisses Mrs scrums
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Excellent, my husband does similar things to this.
Love the cross stitch BTW! :)
sdali89 5 years ago
Lovely little darlings arent they. Hugs and kisses Mrs scrms
scrumsrus 5 years ago
What a lovely Wife you have!! One who is very talented as well. What an adorable couple you two are :)
SusansCorner 5 years ago
You are so sweet, and thank you for the compliment on my hobbie. Weve never been called adorable before. Hugs and kisses the scrums.
scrumsrus 5 years ago
mrs. scrums is a spectacular crafter andy -- the piece she shared is truly amazing --
huggin' you
katsknoll 5 years ago
Thankyou very much. Its a great way to relax. Hugs Mrs scrums.
scrumsrus 5 years ago
ur wife really good at cross stitch
scottishguy99 5 years ago
Thank you,
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
ha ha well done
robertmor1954 5 years ago
Hi Robert,
There was NO other way of getting her this side of the cammera.
Take Care,
Health & Happiness
Regards
Andy
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Very good. Your wifes cross stitch is cool.:)
BNDS9 5 years ago
Thank you,
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Welcome my love into this wonderful family. Oh the patience you must have. Kez bought me a bag last Christmas which is cross stitch and its still has not been started. I am so overawed with it. I scared to start in case I go wrong from the very beginning. Anyway Welcome my love, you will find many friends here. Take care love :)
Jessyca423 5 years ago
Hi Jessyca,
If you want to get hooked pick a mag with a small picture to stitch. You'll realise how easy it is and want to progress to bigger ones. All you have to be able to do is count.
I hope you are well today. Take care.
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
That's beautiful Mrs. Scrumsrus!! I used to cross stitch. I've been missing it lately. I too have a piece I started 20 years ago that's not finished! My work isn't half as beautiful as Mrs. S's-that's something to aspire to!
2redheads 5 years ago
Get back to it girl and I am sure it is better than mine. Thank you for your kind words.
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Great video, thanks for sharing Mrs Scrumsrus with us :-)
positivesue 5 years ago
Hi Sue, Your welcome. There was NO other way to get her this side of the camera.
Take Care,
Health & Happiness
Regards
Andy
scrumsrus 5 years ago
That cross stitch is lovely. I wish I had the patience to sit and do that.
TaraRayne 5 years ago
Hi Tara, Thank you very much. When I get board with one I swap to another which is why I have one 14yrs old and not finnished. lol
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Aww, how sweet! Mrs Scrums you are a wonderful lady! Your cross stitch is gorgeous! Thank you for sharing!
str8jackit72 5 years ago
Hi Bekkah, Thank you very much. Your grandkid is loverly we watch the video's from time to time I just love kids of that age especially when we can give them back. ;-)
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
You Bet! LOL It's wonderful having grandchildren! He's such a love. I could never make a video that shows it! Thanks for saying 'bye' to us... hehe, nice to meet ya!
str8jackit72 5 years ago
wow, looks like some awesome work the Mrs doing there.
very cool video with the sneaky start and all :)
viddareff 5 years ago
Thank you I'm delighted you liked the video and yes I agree her work is really special.
Look after yourself,
Take care
Health & Happiness
Regards & Best Wishes
Andy
scrumsrus 5 years ago
Thank You very much, I've just got a thing about dragons.
Regards
Mrs.Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago
wtg mrs. scrums. And I wish I had the patience to cross stitch.
billybigun64 5 years ago
Hi Billy, I find it very relaxing and a great way to unwind after a day of the hyperactive Ruari. Glad you liked it.
Regards
Mrs. Scrums
(Sylvia)
scrumsrus 5 years ago