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So pleased that this post is still helping people! I made this for my son's first Christmas - he's about to turn 8!

Cheers, everyone!

Wow - thank you! :wub: I know I don't post as much as I used to (grad school has really cut into my stitchy time!), but it makes me so happy every time I see that this thread has a new message or has helped someone. My son Tristan is now 6 years old and his stocking is currently "hung by the ch...

Hi Dragica, I'm so glad you found the tutorial helpful! Both the stockings I've made have been on 14 count white Aida fabric. It's very durable and has a good weight to it. I use cotton fabric for the lining and have done both backings with red felt. You don't have to stick to cotton and felt, but t...

THIS IS AMAZING!!! I've been off for a while, and I'm so thrilled to see this piece! I'm an enormously nerdy Whovian, and I actually make hand painted Starry Night TARDIS jeans. Can't wait to see your progress. Best of luck - no more frogs!

Thank you so much for your compliments! Please feel free to PM me if you have any questions at all while you're making your own stocking. I'm so glad this post is still helping people.

Yay!!!

So glad you like the coordinating ornament. I knew I couldn't get just one! Hope you have fun with it!

Cheers,

I got a stunning ornament in the mail today!!! Thanks a million to Jas (needleandfork)! It's gorgeous and already on my tree! http://www.crossstitchforum.com/gallery/pic.php?mode=small&pic_id=7770 Check out the amazing finishing - all those beads! http://www.crossstitchforum.com/gallery/pic.php?...

Thanks so much! Congratulations on taking on the most nerve-wracking part - cutting it out! :) As far as backing, you can really use anything you want. I recommend a heavier fabric simply for durability's sake. I wouldn't recommend using just a plain quilting cotton since it's so much lighter than t...

Ooh, what a wonderful idea! Might I have the Ice Dragon and the Moonlight Guardian?

Aw, thanks, everyone! Need to wash it and block it and frame it! Suggestions for framing are welcome!

Yay!!! So glad the ornament arrived and that you and your kitty approve. :) Lots of firsts for me, much like Shadyglade. First time on perforated paper, first time beading... So glad I joined the exchange and got the chance to try new things! Debby (fccs) was kind enough to snap a close up picture o...

My stitched ornament is in the mail! :whoop: (Although I just realized that in my rush to get it out, I completely forgot to take a picture of it for my craft album. I'm hoping my recipient will help me out by posting a pic when it arrives.) Haven't received an ornament yet, but it's fun having some...

I've also been running into challenges... this is what I get for experimenting with new techniques on an exchange! This weekend is my daughter's birthday, but my goal is to get it out there before Thanksgiving. :coffebreak: <--- me staring at chart like, "you want me to do WHAT?" :wink:

Thanks so much! It always makes me happy to hear that this post is still helping people out. PM me if you have any questions!

5/10

4/10, and just heartbroken about Robin Williams.

1/10 so far!

Here it is! Still need to tack down the gold tassels and put my initials on it, but huzzah! Finished after years of being a UFO!

I finished my butterfly! I'm at the beach and I can't figure out how to post a pic from my phone, but I'll be sure to post when I get home. Thanks for giving me the inspiration I needed to much myself in the pants and finish this up after so long!

Likes: Alessandra Adelaide style, snowmen, snowflakes, santas (traditional or cute), reindeer, a little sparkle or bling

Dislikes: religious symbols/figures, most shades of orange, licensed characters, really big ornaments

Colours?: Pretty much whatever!

Extra Info: I am a HUGE Doctor Who fan