In the past couple of years he's really taken to computers, operating systems, and programming, opening a whole new realm of geeky. Let me tell you, it's awe. some.
I've been seeing a lot of really amazing cross stitch projects lately, ranging from cute to cool. Seeing these projects sparked a desire to try some new stitching. I knew I wanted the first project to be computer related, and something he could take to work.
I decided to cross stitch "DAD" in binary code. John had some old computer ram he wasn't planning on using, so I glued it to a frame, making a perfectly adorkable gift.Now, keep in mind this was my first cross stitch project in over 15 years, and I pretty much jumped right in without a pattern. I was still in embroidery mode, and used 6 strands of floss, instead of the cross stitch 2 strand standard. With that said, I'm still proud of this little piece, and John really loved it.
Video games seem to be a popular subject in the world of cross stitch, especially the older games, since they are mostly pixel art. This just happens to be perfect, because one of John's all time favorite video games is Galaga. I searched for some Galaga patterns, and settled on one I found here.
Unfortunately I haven't framed this one yet, but John didn't seem to mind. He raved about both of his gifts, but I could tell the Galaga piece was his favorite. I have to admit, I've been on a bit of a cross stitch obsession for the last week. By no means am I replacing embroidery, but with amazing new cross stitch kits just on the horizon, I would like to alternate between embroidery and cross stitch from time to time.
Next week I will share more cross stitch inspirations with you and possibly a new completed project!
xoxo
I love love love your Dad binary cross stitch! The frame is just so extra geeky cool and perfect for it. Its so much fun doing video game based cross stitches.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for the double shout out in your post :-) I can't wait to get the kits up on the website so you can all get your stitch on!
Very cool stuff. Cross stitch has been my passion for many years. :)
ReplyDeleteYou are one talented chicky-poo, darlin'! :-D
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gawd.
GALAGA!!????
I'm floored. You have no idea how much I love that game, and seeing it in cross stitch just about made me pee my pants.
FABULOUS!
I love seeing cross stitch - there's something pixel-y that really appeals to me. But can I tell you a secret? I've never done it. .... shhhh!
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XO
Rach
Fabulous work here, and I really admire your patience. Cross-stitch takes sooo much time (especially compared to the relatively instant gratification of embroidery!)
ReplyDeleteI especially love that frame you made -- nice work!
What a lovely way to decorate the frame, it looks great
ReplyDeleteYour projects are awesome! And yes, I am super-excited about those new kits, too! :)
ReplyDeleteWow! awesome to the last stitch! I can't wait for those cross stitch kits. That's right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteWow, these are SO cool! I love the frame.
ReplyDeleteI adore the binary-crosstitch!
ReplyDeleteI've done "All your base are belong to us" in crosstitch and the binary is most likely to be my next project for a geeky friend or two of mine. ^_^
wow amy,
ReplyDeleteyour stitch work is amazing as always, i can't wait to see what else you've been working on.
those new kits are awesome!
galaga is one of my favorites! awesome work!
ReplyDeleteYou've inspired me to try out this cross-stitch stuff I've been hearing so much about lately. Very cool!
ReplyDeleteHey I know you don't know me, but I happened upon your blog looking for some cute cross-stich projects...would you mind if I subscribed to yours?
ReplyDeletewow! i really like these geeky stuff! long live stitch'n'roll!
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