We have a resource here in the northern Virginia area called DeVaris. They are a needlepoint finishing shop in Alexandria. A friend and I went there last month. Don't bother looking for a website as there is none.
Here's what I got finished.
And then there's little bargello experiment I stitched. This is 6 skeins of Carrie's Creations "Caribbean Laney" and one skein of DMC. I just wanted to see what would happen with an overdye and Carrie's is great to try these things as it is the most reasonably priced of the overdyed cottons.
I'd say this was a successful experiment. Not all of them are!
6 comments:
Do you know if they'll finish cross-stitch pieces, too? That looks like great work.
Yes. They've handled my friend's crewel pieces beautifully. They do "soft" finishes - pillows, bags, ornaments, etc.
I never heard the term kumihimo braid before ... what is it? Or, alternatively, how is it made? Is it similar to the twisted cord trim so many of us already make with cording drills?
I love the way the pillow turned out, and your second experiment is really impressive. Beautiful work!
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Very pretty! I don't comment often, Donna. But I love reading your blog.
Great bag!
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