I've been wanting to make a little stitched pendant for a while, and yesterday during my crime spree I picked up a pocket watch-style pendant at my LNS. I already had a fox freebie in mind to stitch for it. These pendants are available in lots of styles at most craft stores, but I particularly liked this one because it looks like an old watch case, and also because it's a bit deeper than others I've seen. That prevents the stitching from being smooshed against the glass.
This little fox stitched up quickly. I used DMC and stitched him on 30 ct. 18th c. Stone linen (R&R Reproductions).
Stitchy Supervisor says it passes inspection.
I think these stitched pendants would make really cute, interesting gifts. They work up quickly and are inexpensive and they're a nice change from the usual finishing techniques. If you're willing and able to stitch over one thread, you could create even more elaborate gifts.
That is just darling!! How does the needlework mount in the case?? Laura
ReplyDeleteThanks, Laura. The card for the pocket watch has a template on it so I just cut that out, attached a little quilt batting to give it some body, and then attached the stitching. This pocket watch is deep enough to accommodate all of that without mashing the stitches. I just laid it in the back of the case and snapped it closed.
DeleteVery very cute! BTW your blog header is wonderful - I'm drunk on color!
ReplyDeleteToo funny! That's the idea, right? :O) Thank you!
DeleteGorgeous finish!
ReplyDeleteSupppppppppppperrrrrrrr cute! Just love it. :)
ReplyDelete