Dec 8, 2016

VACEILA FEE NEE

Angel of Love
(aka Vaceila)
Lavender and Lace
28ct. tea dyed linen by Charles Craft
DMC floss, metallic
Kreinik
Mill Hill beads

I want to send a special thank you to Miss Emily of eclecticpossessions fame.  I first spotted this piece on her Flosstube and Instagram channels and was immediately smitten.  Vaceila got me through Stewey's illness and passing (along with all of you), and there are an awful lot of emotions stitched into her.  I am going to take her to be framed as soon as I am back up on my feet...stay tuned for the final reveal!

A little more Gatorade and I'm heading back to the big girl sleigh bed!  Night night, all!
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53 comments:

  1. MelindaDecember 8, 2016 at 9:24 PM

    She is lovely! Stitching is so therapeutic and you have a wonderful piece of needlework to enjoy.

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  2. Ginny BDecember 8, 2016 at 9:35 PM

    Exquisite!!!

    Ginny

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  3. KellyDecember 8, 2016 at 10:36 PM

    She is beautiful!

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  4. Pam CDecember 8, 2016 at 10:48 PM

    She looks beautiful! How appropriate that the Angel of Love was your project during the past few months. I think she will be a very special presence in your home forever.

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  5. jhmDecember 8, 2016 at 11:30 PM

    Beautiful job. Stewey would be so proud.

    Jackie

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  6. marlyDecember 8, 2016 at 11:38 PM

    Stunning in photos, I can imagine spectacular in person.

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  7. gracieDecember 9, 2016 at 4:20 AM

    Beautiful, absolutely beautiful.

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  8. MarilynDecember 9, 2016 at 4:30 AM

    Vaceila is beautiful.
    I bow down to you for finishing such a detailed project in a small amount of time.
    There is a reason you were pulled to stitching the Angel of Love.
    Hope you feel better today.
    Marilyn

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  9. Cathy BDecember 9, 2016 at 5:30 AM

    She is beautiful! Get better soon Coni!

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  10. LaNelleDecember 9, 2016 at 5:44 AM

    Fabulous stitching a piece to always be treasured for many reasons❤️❤️

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  11. KimMDecember 9, 2016 at 6:59 AM

    What a gorgeous piece, Coni. Full of bittersweet memories.
    xxx

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  12. blueladieDecember 9, 2016 at 7:08 AM

    'THUD' She's gorgeous!!! Well-done, Coni. Looking forward to the framed picture. This angel I am sure is watched over both you and Stewey, as much as they both are watching over you now. Hugs & prayers, Cathryn

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  13. UnknownDecember 9, 2016 at 7:51 AM

    My friend stitched this so I know how absolutely stunning this is in person. May this angel hang on your wall and bring nothing but love and comfort to your heart and your home.

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  14. Mom55December 9, 2016 at 8:05 AM

    She is just lovely, you are an amazing stitcher! Get well soon!

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  15. sherylDecember 9, 2016 at 8:06 AM

    This cam out beautiful - Steweys Angel! stitched with lots of emotion - a very moving piece. thank you for sharing her with us. Continued prayers for you and Stewey.

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  16. Goldenstitcher3December 9, 2016 at 8:17 AM

    She is beautiful! Great job. She needs a place of honor in your home, maybe with Stewey near. I hope you are feeling better today. Xoxo Susan

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  17. Sara LeighDecember 9, 2016 at 9:36 AM

    She's absolutely beautiful, Coni!

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  18. PennyDecember 9, 2016 at 9:48 AM

    I am stunned by the beauty of your work, and the quickness of your stitching. This piece would quite literally take me years. Congratulations on this wonderful finish, which holds such a special place in your heart!

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  19. Robin in VirginiaDecember 9, 2016 at 9:55 AM

    Congratulations to you on the stunning finish of Vaceila! May she hang on your wall providing you with peace and comfort. Hope you are feeling better! Thinking of you!

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  20. UnknownDecember 9, 2016 at 9:57 AM

    Fabulous, Coni!. A remembrance of both Stewey and your mother. Hang it where you will see it every day...eventually you will smile when you think of Stewey, as I'm sure you do when you think of your mother.

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  21. EvelynDecember 9, 2016 at 10:06 AM

    Glorious!

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  22. Khristine DoironDecember 9, 2016 at 10:12 AM

    Absolutely stunning!! I think it is perfectly fitting that you named her after your mom and she was with you through this difficult time. Moms are the best xo

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  23. Ann at Beadlework.December 9, 2016 at 10:46 AM

    A stunning finish, it's just beautiful.

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  24. Texas stitcherDecember 9, 2016 at 10:57 AM

    It is a beautiful piece. I am sure that your Mom and Stewey are applauding. Stay warm and hydrated. Hugs!

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  25. janeksDecember 9, 2016 at 11:06 AM

    What a work of art!!

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  26. SusanDecember 9, 2016 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful !

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  27. needlenut10December 9, 2016 at 12:32 PM

    Very beautiful, as well as the sentiments that go with it. Hang it someplace wonderful where you and guests will see it.

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  28. PaulaDecember 9, 2016 at 12:48 PM

    Coni, She is beautiful. Every time you look at her you will think of your sweet doggy.

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  29. Heritage HallDecember 9, 2016 at 1:00 PM

    Oh my goodness - what a spectacular finish! The Vaceila/Stewey journey deserves such a memento of them and your love and courage. This Angel of Love will be a
    treasure always. Drink you Gatorade from a stem and keep
    hydrated. Hope you feel better in no time.

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  30. MaryDecember 9, 2016 at 1:19 PM

    Incredible, she is beautiful. I sit here doing cross stitch samplers and you do this! Take a brief rest and get well soon.

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  31. PlessiewillDecember 9, 2016 at 2:36 PM

    Good for you. She is beautiful and needs to be framed.

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  32. TerriDecember 9, 2016 at 2:51 PM

    She's gorgeous! Congrats and I hope you're feeling better soon!

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  33. KarynDecember 9, 2016 at 2:55 PM

    Wow, Coni, I am speechless as she is gorgeous...a masterpiece! Congratulations...can't wait to see her framed.
    Hope you feel better
    Hugs

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  34. DollyDecember 9, 2016 at 2:58 PM

    Wow ! ! ! ! ! That is quite an accomplishment.....and so full of memories/moments/thoughts/emotions.

    I am so glad that you are having it framed. It will be a beautiful point of interest in your lovely home.

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  35. Vonna PfeifferDecember 9, 2016 at 3:00 PM

    She is spectacular! One of the legions watching over you.

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  36. Lisa DDecember 9, 2016 at 3:11 PM

    How beautiful, you have done a wonderful job on her. I know your little angel is nodding his approval.

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  37. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameDecember 9, 2016 at 3:29 PM

    Absolutely stunning! Those beads are so beautiful.
    I was stitching a Lavender & Lace design when my Nana passed away and it is still a great source of comfort 16 years later.

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  38. KarenDecember 9, 2016 at 3:53 PM

    Gorgeous! She looks great as a brunette.

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  39. Cheryl WNCDecember 9, 2016 at 4:24 PM

    Magnificent! Beautiful.

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  40. The Knitting Cross StitcherDecember 9, 2016 at 4:48 PM

    A beautiful and very special finish. Hope you feel better soon.

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  41. LindaDecember 9, 2016 at 5:16 PM

    It is beautiful and I like the changes you made to the face and hair.

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  42. DonnaDecember 9, 2016 at 6:48 PM

    She is stunning and now she can watch over you and hopefully bring peace and tranquility. Hang her in a special place a few candles and this could be your grotto

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  43. laceystitcherDecember 9, 2016 at 8:15 PM

    What a gorgeous finish!! She is so striking; love it. What a treasure for many years to come. I hope you feel better soon.

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  44. WandaDecember 10, 2016 at 7:39 AM

    It is just gorgeous! Hope you are feeling better.

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  45. Lynda (Granny K)December 10, 2016 at 12:22 PM

    Such gorgeousness! Well done! What an achievement! Congratulations! Hope you feel better soon. xx

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  46. ChristinaDecember 10, 2016 at 7:46 PM

    WOW!!! Amazing! Hope you feel better soon.

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  47. KimDecember 10, 2016 at 9:14 PM

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  48. KimDecember 10, 2016 at 9:16 PM

    She's fabulous to behold, Coni. Spectacular finish!

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  49. Astrids dragonDecember 10, 2016 at 11:35 PM

    Wow, just wow! I can't wait to see what she looks like when she's framed.
    Hope you're feeling better!

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  50. Deborah says......December 10, 2016 at 11:48 PM

    Simply beautiful. 😄

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  51. GailDecember 11, 2016 at 12:04 AM

    Just beautiful

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  52. ChristineDecember 12, 2016 at 8:40 PM

    Congratulations on your finish! The close up of the beads a few posts down really shows how beautiful it is! I can just see her lifting Stewey up with her into the sky!

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  53. UnknownMarch 23, 2017 at 5:55 PM

    A friend pointed this post out to me. So sorry to hear of Steweys passing. I am glad my videos/IG helped guide you to this piece and it proved so therapeutic for you. It did the same for me. Your hair conversion is lovely. <3 -Emily C / eclecticpossessions

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