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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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! 😀
Randi, this is really clever and such a great idea! Thanks so much for sharing and have a wonderful [email protected]
How clever is this?? I can do this:)) Just pinned;))
Very pretty Randi!
I used to do cross-stitch a long time ago and you are inspiring me to pick it up again!
It’s lovely. A flower pendant would be beautiful too.
What a wonderful idea for those little pendants! I use to love cross stitich..might have to pick it up again!
So cute! My daughter would love this, going to show it to her!
Heather
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.
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!