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Slow Stitching Sunday

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  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! I am linking to https://kathysquilts.blogspot.com/