TM, those are super wonderful! My favorite is the first one, it's very Victorian looking. The little lace panels are standouts. I used to love to sew and do all kind of sewing crafts, but now I guess I spend too much time on the computer.
Frou

Forum friends - I have seen those tree skirts (contributed some laces and trims) in person and I can tell you the pictures do not do them justice. They are simply gorgeous and so much of the individual detail work does not show up. Everybit of color on the lace panels is hand embroidery work she has done - there is love in every stitch. As a sister I am very proud of her work and so glad she has found a place to display it for others to see and appreciate - ok off my cheering box :) .....

Lynne

OMG . . . those are absolutely stunning!!! The work and detail you've put into those tree skirts is amazing and wonderful. Thanks for including all the close-up pics for us to enjoy.
I just have one question . . . will you adopt me????
Lynne, good for you, cheering on your sis! Her praise is (very, very) well-deserved!
TM:I'm so glad that you've joined our forum. I'm already looking forward to seeing pics of your next project . . . whatever it may be!
Lynn

Works of art, TM! Very, very pretty & detailed...a project of love! Always appreciate the time & work involved in quilting! (my Mom was one, too!) These are heirlooms! TFS! Jeanne S.

Wow!! They're not only beautiful but Amazing!
I'm a sewer, and CAN appreciate all of the 'hard work and love' that I see in each one.
You've put so much attention to detail in each square..making them All so beautiful. It's hard for me to choose a favorite because I see so many beautiful touches with all the beautiful laces and trims. How long does each one take to make ? Do you do this yr round?
Not only will your family enjoy them now, but they will be wonderful treasures for the future. They are so lucky.
And speaking of lucky, you & Lynne are so lucky to have each other and for the beautiful relationship you share.

jane
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TM,
What an amazing amount of work and love you put into every stitch! Not only will they be heirlooms for your family, but no one else will ever have one exactly like them.
Beautiful work!!
TFS,
Candy

jane I sometimes think my family gets sick of seeing me toting around the same bits of embroidery etc. The were all constructed in panels so you can work on all the bits in one panel then join the panels. I finally got brilliant and bought round tablecloths to use for backing on the last two! Since they are so labor intensive they take months to finish. Lynne and I have talked for years to again be living this close to each other. We are enjoying every minute of it. Lynn you will have to get in line after my kids but you are welcome to get in the queue! lol

What beautiful tree skirts! They are just wonderful and I'm sure will be in the family forever....so creative and bright! Great job and thanks for sharing!

Lee, you have got your work Cut Out for you!lol Just beautiful and so much love put into your tree skirts. Looks and sounds like you enjoy this. You are getting smarter all the time, round tableclothes would help. Could you use plain tree skirts and add your panels on them? Might be able to find some great deals on them right now.

Lynne, I hope you end up with one. Aren't sisters just wonderful to brag about? So happy you two live close now.

Punk

What allot of work! You have so many wonderful details in those! I love all the added touches with the embroidery, jewels, etc. And by using ties, pieces from favorite clothing, etc. you can save even more memories.

When you get caught up on making the tree skirts for your whole family, you could also make some table runners or placemats too! ;o)

So glad you two sisters are now living closer to each other and can have fun together.

Luvs

TM, I'm glad the others said it so well and I can DITTO them. These tree skirts are just "jaw-dropping" amazing and I'm practically speechless at all that intricate work.
WOW.

Its great having you here with us. (Lynne, thanks for bringing her!)
hugs, Karen

Thanks everyone for all the kind words. It is fun to have a place to "show and tell" and get a critique from like-minded peeps!

TM, What can I say that the others haven't. Your tree skirts are works of art. They are amazing. I'm sure your family will always treasure them.
NanaKaren