sugar skull messenger bag (img overload)

[tattoobrandy]

i got this plain black messenger bag when i ordered some makeup.
it wasn't very interesting so i embellished it with a lovely cross stitched sugar skull patch.
it is my very first attempt at free hand cross stitch, so let me know what you think.

[craftydebs]

Love it!  Great job, way to spice up a plain black bag!

[artwear]

I love the color and design --  Nice!

One thing though --  this isn't cross stitch --  at least I don't see any cross stitch in it --

Cross stitch is made of crosses or Xs.

What you've done is embroidery using several different types of stitches -- none of which are cross stitch.

But no matter --  it's quite wonderful.

[littleghostie]

Great job! I love the bright colors on black.

[sarahmakes]

Beautiful work. What kind of fabric did you use?

[kittykill]

Love it! It looks great!

[tattoobrandy]

Beautiful work. What kind of fabric did you use?

i just used plain black felt, ya know just one of those 20 cents pieces from the craft store.
it was really easy to get the needle through.

[cedarwaxwing]

Very nice. I like your colors. I really like your design its beautiful and what a cute daughter. The patch makes your bag look awesome.

[Hey Noni Noni]

Nicely done love the colors

[katiekutthroat]

super awesome.. i want this