I finally got around to taking some pictures of my Frances Eden, framed by Rensel Studios in Utah. I love the moulding Jill chose!
Because of the angle it's hanging, it appears crooked, but trust me - it's not!
Remember, this is the sampler passed on to me by Kim. She wasn't fond of the fabric (Glenshee) and fibers (DMC) she chose, and decided to one day start over.
I'm so happy with it! It's hanging over my bed next to Paradise Lost, as my goal is to fill my bedroom with Adam and Eve samplers.
Kim, I noticed your SDW sampler is progressing nicely. But if you ask me, it doesn't look like the type of fabric and fibers you would like, so... just sayin'. ;)
HA! Nice try! And by the way...I want Fran back now! ;o) LOL She is gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Kim | July 12, 2011 at 09:34 AM
Oh WOW! What a treasure indeed!
Posted by: Yvonne S. | July 12, 2011 at 10:02 AM
Oh my gosh. This is simply stunning. Jill Rensel does the best framing. I'm SO jealous because living in Australia I don't think I can get something framed by her.
Posted by: Gabi | July 12, 2011 at 10:05 AM
Beautiful stitching and gorgeous frame indeed!!!
Tanya
Posted by: Tanya | July 12, 2011 at 10:36 AM
It's just gorgeous!!!! I love it! Great frame -- Jill has the eye. I wonder if Kim will gift you SDW now. lol!
Posted by: Margaret | July 12, 2011 at 10:36 AM
Beautiful!
Posted by: Valerie | July 12, 2011 at 11:10 AM
What an absolute treasure! It's beautiful Paulette and I can see why you love it so much.
Posted by: Lynn | July 12, 2011 at 11:11 AM
Paulette, it's gorgeous!
Posted by: Sharon | July 12, 2011 at 11:26 AM
Your Frances is gorgeous. Love the frame too. Nice try in regard to Kim's SDW sampler. lol
Posted by: Laurie in Iowa | July 12, 2011 at 11:30 AM
Completely gorgeous!!!! I love it :-).
Posted by: Katrina | July 12, 2011 at 01:22 PM
Um..there IS this things called grandparents rights? LOL! FE--and I do not mean iron--is wonderful!!!! And, of course, Jill's framing is perfection. Paulette..isn't it MY week to have that piece over here?
Posted by: littlebit | July 12, 2011 at 07:36 PM
you and kim do good work! :)
congrats on getting FE framed! looks great!
i have that same goal to fill up my bedroom
with a & e's! i'll have to get some of the ones i have hung and take a picture! LOL!!
hugs!
Posted by: joann tx | July 13, 2011 at 06:59 AM
Beautiful framing, and gorgeous sampler - congrats, Paulette!
Posted by: Giovanna | July 13, 2011 at 07:31 AM
Wowie! Gorgeous work, Paulette! Your stitching is always so beautiful. Don't you love that moulding! I would love to have a conversation with your framer, being in the same profession. I have annointed her the "goddess" of framers! She has wonderful taste, and always chooses the perfect framing.
Posted by: Robin Hager | July 13, 2011 at 01:35 PM
B-E-A-Utiful!! I love it! Great pics, too. Love the idea of filling your bedroom with A&E samplers! That means you need to start designing more of them, too. Just saying...
Posted by: Siobhan | July 14, 2011 at 02:10 PM
AMAZING! The design is amazing. The stitching is amazing. The frame is amazing. *drool*
Posted by: Abi | July 14, 2011 at 02:28 PM
Beautiful! I just happen to be working on this lovely sampler now, and you have SO motivated me to finish!! It was in my stash forever and I finally started it. I agree with Siobhan......more A&E samplers, please!!!!!
Posted by: Beverly | July 14, 2011 at 09:24 PM
Frances is gorgeous, congratulations
Posted by: Karoline | July 18, 2011 at 03:09 PM
This is simply gorgeous! I'm adding it to my extensive list of "must cross stitch" projects.
Posted by: Tina Schroer | July 21, 2011 at 06:15 PM