Our pastor is retiring after 28 years in our church and I wanted to present him with something I made. I had a picture taken of his shore house and embroidered it with my software. I will frame it and present him with it at his going away party. 197,000+ stitches, a labor of love.

beautiful!

Did you do this embroidery in one sitting? . That is an awful lot of stitches . I admire your courage & determination.thank you for sharing.

Jun 2, 2013 -- truly a labor of love - he must have been a very special minister.

Amazing stitchout.. what is it going to be? a picture, a pillow??

great job

Amazing!!!!

What a kind and wonderful thought, this is. I can see that you have put in a great deal of personal commitment to this project and at 197,000 + stitches, it represents an undoubted labour of love. Your Pastor will be overwhelmed by your gift, I am sure. Beats a gold watch any time.

This is just a beautiful gift for your Pastor and a wonderful memory for him. Love Chris

beautiful gift

What a thoughtful gift and very nice work.

Congratulations on your fantastic work

he will truly love it. i can see it was a labor of love.

A picture as they say is worth a thousand words. Each time they look at it you will be one of many in their thoughts and prayers. What a true blessing all around.

just beautiful, a life of memories in one picture

Very beautiful and very thoughtful. This will make a wonderful gift.

Oh he will love it for sure hugs carolyn

A beautiful work of art!
A flower for all

A beautiful present. Well done.

super, what is your software, I find this very interesting

WOW.... Nice job!

great job

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by cathleen 01 Jun 2013

Thank you all for being so kind. My software is the Husqvarna Viking 5D Pro. My machine is the Diamond Designer Deluxe also by Husqvarna Viking.

by cathleen 02 Jun 2013

Thank you wonderful ladies for your compliments. How supportive and encouraging you all are. God bless xxxxxoooo