I love this vintage-looking cross-stitch monogrammed necklace I just finished making. It was such a quirky little project but the final result is really fun.
I started with a wooden pendant {with the holes already drilled} that I bought through The Plaid Barn.
I drew a quick little sketch of my initial and filled in the background with three strands of white embroidery floss …
… then filled in the monogram with brown thread.
I left the edges bare because I like the texture and look of the wooden border.
I added a jump ring, strung it on some brown leather, and I have a fun little monogrammed pendant.
Wouldn’t a vintage-y floral design be fun? I might have to experiment with that next.
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Heather SettingforFour says
I wondered if that was wood and it is! How cool! I’ve done a few cross-stitched pieces in my day – this is very cute! 😀
Cindy Eikenberg says
Randi, this is really clever and such a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing and have a wonderful [email protected]
Evelyn Osborn says
How clever is this?? I can do this:)) Just pinned;))
Lisa Hall says
Very pretty Randi!
I used to do cross-stitch a long time ago and you are inspiring me to pick it up again!
barb says
It’s lovely. A flower pendant would be beautiful too.
Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon says
What a wonderful idea for those little pendants! I use to love cross stitich..might have to pick it up again!
At The Picket Fence says
So cute! My daughter would love this, going to show it to her!
Heather
Anonymous says
I love it. I went to The Plaid Barn and I couldn’t find the pendant. Could you post a link to the site please.
Randi~Dukes and Duchesses says
The Plaid Barn has different stuff all the time so these might not pop up there again for a while. However, I did an etsy search and found a number of sellers that have them. Here’s one: http://www.etsy.com/listing/90919940/35-wooden-needlepoint-cross-stitch-blank?ref=v1_other_2. Hope that helps!