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Another corner of part 3 of Konstantinople is completed!

Tree of Stitches

A couple of weeks ago, I've joined a yahoo group called The Stitch Specialists. One of the moderators, Abi Gurden, designed this tree full of different speciality stitches. Needless to say, I had to stitch it! The thread is Mississippi Mud by the Thread Gatherer.  It is actually darker and less variegated than the one I am using for Holland Springtime. This one has more greens, but still, I think it works perfectly for the tree.

Border done

The border of part 3 of Holland Springtime mandala is completed. So much work but the effect is lovely!.

It's a happy dance

I have completed Mouth of Flower. This is my first finish this year! This design was a pleasure to stitch and the end result is amazing!. I could not take a decent picture of this as the fabric always comes out a little washed out. This is the best one!

Top mosque

The first mosque of this magnificent design is completed. The backstitching with the treasure braid is a killer, but so worth it in the end, the sparkle in this part is amazing!

Some eye candy

April has been stressful for me in so many little ways, so to cheer myself up, I've ordered another Chatelaine kit. I am going to let the pictures do the talking as there are many pretties in this one.

Here, I present you...Venice Mandala

The beautiful package

The floss toss

Gloriana Threads

Treasure braid

Silk n Colors

Princess Perle....so pretty

EdMar and beads

 Lets see how long I will resist before starting this one...

Garden grow

The second part of this lovely design is completed. It was quite a quick stitch except those queen stitches! I am still not totally happy how they look, I might rip them out again.*sigh*