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This is my second cross stitch project, and a very overdue Mother’s day present. Apparently I’m a slow stitcher. ? I enjoyed it and my Mom loves it, so that’s all that matters! I added backstitching on the letters to make them pop, although the pattern doesn’t call for it. I also used GA Simply…
I’ve had intermittent trouble with carpal tunnel in my wrist and fingers since my college theatre days, and now that I’ve started embroidery, it flares up often. I’m not giving up my needlecraft, so I’d appreciate suggestions for … well, anything I can do to reduce the stress. **P.S. Thank you, everyone, for your input….