WIP-it Wednesday, new year's style...

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...I had really hoped to finish this in 2009, but that didn't happen!  While I finally finished the corss stiutch part, the beading is taking quite a while to do.

The designer recommended using YLI invisible thread to attach the beads, which I did on the previous two mermaids. However, this time, I was having a heck of a time with the thread. For one thing, the lighting in the living room is bad and that makes it hard when threading the needle. Also, the thread had a mind of its own and kept getting tangled and was just a pain to work with.  I finally gave up and went to the quilter's trick of using silk thread...it blends well and is easier to use.

I started at the tail and am working up. I am now at the torso. Here's what she looks like so far:

Queen Mermaid, as of 1/6/10

She was always beautiful, but the addition of the beads makes her really stunning. I can't wait to finish her!

Don't forget about my blogiversary contest...leave a comment on this post to win yarn or fiber!

Comments

Just Jane said…
WOW...my odds are pretty good so far! What happens if I'm the only entrant? I think I asked this question last year...and it made me loose...haha
1/08/2010 4:40 PM
marie said…
Then you win the yarn (or fiber)!
1/08/2010 5:00 PM
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