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Now Stitching...
Works in Progress 6

Welcome to the "Now Stitching..." Works in Progress

If you've come from the main "Now Stitching" page, this page will show you the steps that went before. You can follow projects from the glimmer of an idea through completion.

If you want to see the latest posts, click here to go directly to works in progress now.

I don't post new patterns until I have stitched them. But I can give you a sneak peek at what's in the works. Every few days we post a screen shot during design or a picture of designs as I'm stitching them.

This archive is the history of those posts.

The entries in this archive are in date order from top to bottom.

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April 2

He Is Risen Easter Design

He Is Risen Design for Easter
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Sunrise always brings to mind the prospect of a new day, new beginnings. Particularly on Easter morning, it reminds us that Christ is risen and of the special meaning of beginnings He brings with Him.

I have two versions of this design so far. One uses a white background, the other black. I'm not sure which I prefer, but of course, you could stitch it either way just by changing the floss color.


He Is Risen Design Black Version
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The black background might serve to emphasize the triumph of good over evil. The white background centers thought on the purity and goodness of Jesus. I can imagine differing interpretations for each. What do you think?

Let me know which you prefer and why using our Contact Us page. I'll post the most persuasive response here. Make your response as detailed as you like.

Originally, I thought of stitching on black Aida cloth, but I realized that it would darken the bright colors. It should be stitched on white, whichever choice you make for floss.


He Is Risen Early Stage of Stitching
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Here is the design in the early stages of stitching. I'll post every few days in Now Stitching as this progresses.


Keep on Stitching,

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April 14

He Is Risen Cross Stitch Version 1 Completed

He Is Risen Completed Cross Stitch
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So often situations arise that make progress slower than expected. But life takes priority and people, especially children, need attention in the moment.

Jesus said, "Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." --Matthew 19:14 (New International Version)

Thanks to the timeless message on this cross stitch, it is just as powerfull any day of the year. Therefore, I am thrilled to show you "He is risen." The design is complete, if you prefer to leave the background white. Now, I'm anxious to see how it looks when the letters are surrounded in black stitches. You can choose the one you prefer.

The good news . . . you'll have plenty of time to stitch it in time for Easter 2010. The Best News of all . . . He is risen!


Keep on Stitching,

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April 23

He Is Risen Cross Stitch Version 2 Completed

Chart is Completed

He Is Risen Completed Cross Stitch Version 2
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Click here for a printable chart for the He Is Risen cross stitch design.

Next up on Now Stitching, more free alphabets!


Keep on Stitching,

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April 25

Alphabet 12 Design Chart

Alphabet 12 Design
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A classic looking alphabet should be included in every collection. This one features straight letters that are an inch tall on 14-count fabric. It is easily readable, and the clean design won't detract from any decorative cross stitching surrounding it.

Click here for a printable chart for this cross stitch design.

Next up on Now Stitching, even more free alphabets!


Keep on Stitching,

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