Slow Stitching Sunday

 

Here is an update on my Purple Reign challenge piece.  I have stitched on 192 Swarovski crystal beads.  I got an amazing deal on the beads at a yard sale I took my granddaughter to!  For some reason, I feel it is important to use 200 of these beads.  I only need to find a place for 8 more.  That won't be a problem.  I also have some freshwater pearls that I am considering using.   

Stitching outside with the sunshine makes the crystals shine like diamonds.  It is a complete joy for me.   I plan to title this piece 'I am Royal' and find more high-end materials to use.  I have some real gold leaf that I would like to use.  I am not sure if it is the right choice esthetically though.  If I don't use it on this mandala I will find another to use it on.  I have had the gold leaf for many years and it is about time to use it!

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  1. CathieJJune 19, 2022 at 8:56 AM

    I enlarged to photo so that I could see the crystals that you added. They are beautiful. I am sure you will figure out just the right mandala to use the gold leaf on. Maybe this one, maybe another. I can't wait to see what else you do with this particular mandala. The title is perfect.

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  2. LIttle Penguin QuiltsJune 19, 2022 at 12:25 PM

    Isn't that neat with the sparkly crystals?! Beautiful design!

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  3. Karrin HurdJune 19, 2022 at 1:34 PM

    I love your Purple Reign, it is absolutely gorgeous. Love the effect the crystals make too!

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  4. SarahJune 19, 2022 at 2:36 PM

    I too had to enlarge the picture. It really is sumptuous!

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  5. KimJune 19, 2022 at 5:28 PM

    That is a lot of Swarovski crystals to stitch on. All those tiny treasures must glimmer beautifully in the sunshine. This mandala will certainly give the sense of a touch of royalty.

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