Finished at last

[Waterlily]

I think this is the biggest xstitch I've ever done. Took a long time. When I showed hubby it finished he said AGAIN! I'll get them framed lol.


https://imgur.com/a/Tl0Nx

[sam]

Oh my word Waterlily, that’s incredible! You must have the patience of a saint (not to mention great eyesight).

[Little Jan]

That is amazing Pam
As Sam says you must have great eyesight
and strong fingers as well
to compleate all that stitching

[wonky doodle]

Really lovely, wouldn't have a clue where to start on something like this.x

[Lioness]

Well done Waterlily! Looks beautiful!

[Waterlily]

Thank you everyone, my close vision isn't too good but a lot better since I had the cataracts done. I have to use a magnifying glass quite a lot. lol

[EssexAnne]

That is stunning!!
I must admit I couldnt do without my 4 in 1 light / magnifying lamp whem I do my x stitch!

[RozMinis]

It really is lovely, now go and be a good girl and get it professionally framed. ;)

I used to 'do my own' framing, but then did a piece that was far too large for conventional frames, so had to have it framed by a professional. He mentioned about having a mount, then said a double mount would look even better. Well as it was a birthday prezzie for 'himself' I decided to 'go for it', even though I had visions of it costing me a £100 or more. I nearly fainted when he said just over £40. When I offered to pay for it then or there, or leave something on account, he told me not to be so daft. I ended up giving 'himself' the money so he could collect it. ;)

I use a different framer now, but he is just as reasonable. Basically the larger the picture, the better value it is having it framed. A 6 x 4 is about a tenner, but one that is 18 x 28 or so costs about £40. In each case it also includes a mount. I always take the advice of Alan (framer) as he tends to know what will look right. I've never been disappointed with anything yet.

I couldn't manage without my lovely daylight lamp and my x2.5 magnification prescription specs.

Roz

[Jacksmissis]

oooh Waterlily that is a stunning labour of love, thank you so much for sharing with us.

[Waterlily]

Thank you again ladies.

Roz I know hubby wouldn't let me get it 'professionally' framed. I haven't got anywhere to put them anyway - only the landing upstairs really. Do you have glass over the top of yours?