Imaginating: Bubbles Cross Stitch Kit Review and Giveaway
I am a craft connoisseur, which means I love all kinds of crafts. One of the first crafts that I discovered was cross stitching. I remember the day clearly – When I was in the latter (way latter) part of my teens I remember I was waiting for my boyfriend of the time, and decided that I would get to know her better. As I a walked in I saw her working on this intricate dream catcher image that would eventually be framed and on a wall.
As it turns out she was working on a piece called Dreamcatcher, and it was one of the most gorgeous things I had seen. I was amazed that with the combination of symbols, the proper color and a counting ability the gird on paper would become what I was seeing. I decided to take a moment and watch her – I was hooked.
When I was walking around the Craft &Hobby Show I came across a company called Imaginating. Imaginating carries patterns for cross stitching, embroidery, furnishing items, hand applique, pattern darning, quilting and wearable. Imaginating was generous enough to send me the kit called Bubbles in cross stitch for review.
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Bubbles is a fun and colorful pattern that allows for colors changes, and many options for variety.
This kit comes with the required piece of Aida cloth, 13 different colors that are needed, a needle, the pattern and a full color photo. The measurements are 28 cm (W) X 19 cm (H) 11 X 7 inches, which is 157 x 100 stitches making this about 15,700 stitches in total.
The biggest problem that I encounter when doing patterns that have few colors and many different symbols is keeping my spot in my mind’s eye. As I reviewed the pattern I noticed that this pattern is set up large enough and clear enough that I should be able to keep everything in sight and clear. Nothing worse than ripping stitches!
I have not started this yet as I tend to stitch more in the rainy winter months and we are in a heat wave. I will be posting my progress on this blog when I do start this fun project.
Since I am giving one away maybe we can buddy up and stitch this along together. This is sure to be a great, fun and more on the simpler end of stitching.
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GIVEAWAY: Imaginating is giving a kit to one (1) reader! (1) lucky winner will be selected at random to win 1 – Bubbles Cross Stitch Kit that will include 14 ct Aida piece, all necessary floss colors, needle and pattern. This is an $19.95 Value! I will be randomly choosing 1 person on August 19th (8/19/2016) to receive this bubble filled fun! Open to residents in the US and Canada. To enter complete the entries below! Winner will be notified by me by email and prize will be fulfilled by Imaginating/DealsAmongUs! Remember you have 48 hours to claim prize, or I will choose another winner. GOOD LUCK!!!
I am primarily a cross stitcher and I always have projects on the go. I am currently working on foxes.
I LOVE counted cross stitch.. I have been doing it for years.It is how I unwind.
I have never done cross stitching personally but my Grandma does. I would give this to her she would enjoy it tremendously!
I’ve made several kits over the years. How fun it would be to do it again.
I used to do a lot of cross-stitch and embroidery. I have made or embellished many items. I haven’t done any recently, so I would love to get back into making a few things.
I love to stitch whenever I have free time, thank you very much for the offer!
I have done lots of cross stitching and also counted bead work. I’ve decorated clothes, made pictures and also Christmas decorations.
I love to cross-stitch. My favorite items to do are pillowcases.
I love to cross stitch and knit. I’m slowly working on a few large full coverage cross stitch pieces in between my knitting projects.
Yes, I’ve done cross stitching. It’s been a while though!
I did years ago…I made Christmas ornaments
Yes, I have done a lot of cross-stitch, and have several framed for hanging.
OH what a wonderful prize. I Love cross stitch. Thank you for this opportunity to win.
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I am an avid cross stitcher. I have made Disney cross stitch appliance covers. I have even stitched a detailed Noah’s Ark. I love it!
This year I am doing a cross stitch calendar and working on a Swedish Christmas design.
I have never cross stitched before. It looks like a lot of fun.