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by dlonnahawkins 01 Jun 2008 ( edited Jun 05'09 00:52 )
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This was a big project to complete. Not something to try to do in a weekend. More like two or more. There is almost 350,000 stitches in this. There are 8 sections to complete the doily, done in 8 colors. I had thought of not finishing it, but this kind of grew on me, and couldn't wait until it is done. The design came from Stitch Delight, and was purchased from OPW. I am sure the site also has it, but did not look for it there. It is really still drying, but I wanted to post it today.

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Comments (61)
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by elenu 01 Jun 2008
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Absolutely beautiful Dionnahawkins.
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by nini 01 Jun 2008
+10
Absolutely GORGEOUS!!!! It's worth every one of the 350.000 stitches! *4U
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by katydid 01 Jun 2008
+10
This is wonderful. More patience than i have.
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by clawton 01 Jun 2008
+9
Great you got it put together. It is beautiful!!!
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by geruvyme 01 Jun 2008
+9
This is sooo pretty! Here's flowers to you for your patience!
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by colmag 02 Jun 2008
+8
Wow what a beautiful doily too nice to put something on. *4u
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by sqdancer 02 Jun 2008
+8
WOW !!! saw the first section and thought it was stunning but the finished product is breath taking dlonna, great job, sure glad you didn't give up on it, well worth all that stitching...*4U
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by jrob 02 Jun 2008
+8
it's magnificient.;)
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by shirlener88 02 Jun 2008
+8
Beth, it is breath takingly beautiful - I am so happy that you finished it and posted - I know how hard it had to be to finish once you started - but with anything that you labor over - it is worth all that you put into it - now don't you let another take this from you - OK? What a great job - and I see that you used the black thread to join it with? I love it! *4U Shirlene
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by shirlener88 02 Jun 2008
We are really happy that you finished this and shared it with us.
by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008
Yes I did use the black thread - didn't like the other idea. Too, now have to decide on whether to make the bowl to go with it. I have all ready stitched the base, so only have 6 sides to stitch out.
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by pat71896 02 Jun 2008
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WOW! This is so beautiful and well done. Each section is exactly fitting the other.

If you were to charge 50 cents per 1,000 stitches, that comes to $175.00!
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by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008
Do you think that anybody would want to pay that for it? I need to find someone that would be willing to do that. I am getting ready to retire in a coupl years, and will need some extra money so that I can continue to stich out what I want. Thank you so much.
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by nglover1 02 Jun 2008
+7
This is soooo beautiful. You did cuch a wonderful job. a Tulip for you and it's red.
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by ezzemml 02 Jun 2008
+6
Oh Donna it came out beautiful it was well woth all those stitches.
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by pafhen 02 Jun 2008
+9
Awwwh, this turned out beautiful. I love the rich colors .... good Job
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by lorettag28 02 Jun 2008
+8
Beth, great work. Oh how I would adore one of these. It is so beautiful. I am glad that you decided it was worth finishing. A flower for your work. Loretta
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by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008
Oh Loretta - glad to see you back with us. Have your daughter bring you out to see me, and I will give this one to you! And that is a promise!
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by joaniessw 02 Jun 2008
+6
WOW! Very happy that you did finish it. Looks absolutely stunning. ****'s 4U ><>
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by bonita1313 02 Jun 2008
+6
I am envious! I knew it would be beautiful--and it is! Glad you decided to complete this eye-catcher.
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by babyred 02 Jun 2008
+6
This is really very beautiful!!! I love the colors you chose. What is the size? Many *4U
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by claudenicolas 02 Jun 2008
+5
it is beautiful , what a great work, and how a long time to do that
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by mops 02 Jun 2008
+5
Absolutely gorgeous. What patience and perseverance! An electronic flower to add to your bunch.
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by lbrow 02 Jun 2008
+6
Isn't this the one U were not sure whether u liked or not?, Honey nothing could b anymore lovely. It's like looking at a stained glass window n a church. U deserve lots of flowers 4 this *4U
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by kkcogle 02 Jun 2008
+4
Beautiful! A flower for both you...and your machine! I bet that machine was glad to be turned off when it hit that last stitch!! great job....
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by mpo14011 02 Jun 2008
+5
WOW!!!THIS DESERVES A FLOWER
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by gerryvb 02 Jun 2008
+5
how beautiful this is!!
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by dlmds 02 Jun 2008
+5
This is awsome!! I am happy you finished and shared this. What special plans do you have for it? Is it a gift for someone? H.&*'s
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by jayemcee46 02 Jun 2008
+4
this one certainly has the WOW factor. There are so many talented ladies in this community, you are always posting too - where do you find the time to do your sewing? *s for you all Jo UK
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by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008
I work full time yet, and sew when I can - mostly on the weekend, after all of the running around. I wonder if the company would let me take my machine in and let it run while I answer e-mail and do my internet work! LOL
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by auntbaba 02 Jun 2008
+5
This is an absolutely gorgeous doily!!! Wonderful work! *4U
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by workbecky 02 Jun 2008
+3
Absolutely beautiful.
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by shirleysisson 02 Jun 2008
+6
This is stunning - I'm so glad you finished it and that you posted it. *******'s4U
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by dlonnahawkins 02 Jun 2008
+4
Thank you all for the great response. I have about decided to do the bowl that goes with it. There were questions as to the size - this measures 12.5 inches across. probably the largest I have done, and certainly the most tedious. But, it is very pretty, and this one will at least stay at my house for a while! Thank you all, and (())'s and **'s to you all.
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by jasanne 02 Jun 2008
+4
You deserve bunches of flowers for your patience in completing this one. The result was well worth it though. Beautiful.
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by meganne 02 Jun 2008
+5
Awesome! And so are you for having the committment to see it to it's completion. hugs n roses, M
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by butterflyluvr26 03 Jun 2008
+4
Stunning...I'm sure you're very pleased you did finish. Beautiful work! A flower for U!
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by saffronzie 12 Jun 2008
+2
I have this pattern too!! I can't seem to find enough time to do it. What color bobbin thread did you use??? Very nice.
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by dlonnahawkins 12 Jun 2008
I used the same thread in the bobbin as the thread that was being stitched out. This took a long time to do, but I do think it is worth it. Start with doing only one section - that is over 43,000 stitches, and that even takes a while. Good stitching to you.
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by sandralochran 12 Jun 2008
+2
It is outstanding.So beautful
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by kezza2sew 19 Jun 2008
+2
I cannot take my eyes off this. Absolutey Breath-Taking.....photo taken wet off the hoop and all...
Your work is magnificent the color is divine... I could go on and on...
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by rubiesnana 19 Jun 2008
+2
Beautiful.
Pam
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by shirlener88 19 Jun 2008
Pam, welcome to the 'CUTE' family - I don't remember seeing you post before - have fun and enjoy the site. *4U
by dlonnahawkins 23 Jun 2008
Thanks Pam - and welcome to our group.
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by toet 10 Apr 2009
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iIhad to bring this back to the top it is beauitful.
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by modo 10 Apr 2009
+2
wow never saw someting more beautiful, thank for showing it*
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by designgirl 10 Apr 2009
+2
I hadn't seen this before. This is what I would call GOREGOUS and that is with a capital G.
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by powagrl 10 Apr 2009
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http://www.stitchdelight.com/viewset.asp?a=2&p=427&folder=images&c=29&sc=
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by waterlily 11 Apr 2009
+2
This is Just beautiful!! You have done a wonderful job!
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by raward 11 Apr 2009
+2
Wow!

I'm new to this embroidery thing and had no idea this was possible.
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by tindo 29 Apr 2009
+2
wow what a lovely project it is really great!!
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by castelyn 29 Apr 2009
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beautiful, well done I'm sure you are glad that you did finnish it. *4U from Yvonne
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by dixie 29 Apr 2009
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This is absolutely stunning what else can I say
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by vixentlc 29 Apr 2009
+2
Absolutely stunning!!!! Well done!
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by sdbev 29 Apr 2009
+2
I agree Absolutely beautiful! I love tulips and these are wonderful.
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by lv2sew 29 Apr 2009
+2
how beautiful!!! and wow was it worth it...heres to you! *
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by dailylaundry 29 Apr 2009
+2
My this is so beautiful!! What a wonderful project!!!!
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by tippi 30 Apr 2009
+2
This is really beautiful
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by migs 30 Apr 2009
+2
absolutely brilliant, it really looks like stained glass. Be very proud of your project, it's beautiful.
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by roslyn 30 Apr 2009
+2
Just Beautiful and well worth the effort in stitching it out. Bouquets for your time
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by sonjao 30 Apr 2009
+2
It is beautiful.
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by claudenicolas 30 Apr 2009
+2
It is beautiful, a great work
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by ivas 04 Jun 2009
+2
Moc nádherné dratuluji
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by edithfarminer 04 Jun 2009
+2
Just beautiful
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by nazzy 04 Jun 2009
+2
absolutely stunning, good for u
Nazzy
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by pennifold 04 Jun 2009
Welcome to Cute Embroidery. Love and blessings Chris

If you post something in "Community" on the top of the page - everyone on there will welcome you.
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by drh2276 04 Jun 2009
+2
Very pretty!
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by cnenette3 04 Jun 2009
+2
absolument magnifique!! bravo!!
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by gypsy 04 Jun 2009
+2
This is gorgeous! You must have had a great sense of accomplishment when you finished it. Please do the bowl and post the photo for us. This should definitely be put on display in your home. Bravo!
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by gypsy 04 Jun 2009
I meant to give flowers with this comment, but I don't know how to do it yet. Someone please clue me in. Thanks.
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by dlonnahawkins 05 Jun 2009
+1
Wow I am overwhelmed with all of the nice comments. It doesn't seem like it has been a year since I did this. Those of you asking about the bowl - It was complete later - maybe we can find the set and you can see that too. Hugs to you all.