Embroidered Envelope Exchange

Back in April I read a post that intrigued me at  Mii Stitch.

It was all about a Mail Art Exchange that involved making an envelope with embroidery on it.

I have done pincushion, mini quilt exchanges, but never any thing involving my cross stitching.

I was game, so I signed up.

The one requirement was it needs to be to our partner by the 1st of July.

I received word that she has received it.

This is the envelope I created for Lilli.

I have been enamored with cross stitching by Veronique Enginger, a french cross stitch publisher.

I chose 2 charts to use and designed my project.

I added a crocheted flower to the front.

Then I decided to make a cover for a small notebook.
This is another small Veronique Enginger design as well.
I was liking the lavender colors for Spring.
I had some lace that I could weave the ribbon through to create ties to keep it closed.

The back of the envelope is simple.
Included some buttons, ribbons and made a card to send along.

I am so glad this turned out so well.
I had a lot of fun making everything, and glad to hear that she likes it.

Looks like there could be another Mail Air Exchange in my future.
Mii Stitch is going to have another one.  The knew ones theme will be Halloween.
Do you think I can get flowers in that one too??

How you have a great rest of your week.
Mary