Saturday, February 25, 2012

What is your favorite size for ornaments?

It's time for me to pick your brains again....as I am putting together a new collection of small designs...perfect for ornaments and such. I would love to hear your opinions as to your favorite size for ornaments. I know a lot of you hang them on small trees and things. I have done smalls before....so I was thinking of maybe a design area of 4" x 4"" and then an optional border to make it 5"x5". That way you could make the adjustments if you want to stitch them quickly without the border. Maybe I will mix the sizes...not sure yet. I have asked a few friends already.....and would LOVE to get your opinions. So let the comments begin!

Always grateful,
Nancy

P.S. I love all the comments that are coming in already....Looks like I will start with very small designs (3x3) and 4x4 with the optional borders.
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36 comments:

  1. NancyFebruary 25, 2012 at 9:44 AM

    Hi Nancy, maybe 5x5 on 14/28 count. That gives us the option of doing it on smaller count to make them smaller.

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  2. cuckiFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:43 AM

    yup..i thing 5x5 is a very good size..
    love xx

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  3. CalamityJrFebruary 25, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    I like both your ideas - 5x5 with an optional border, but no bigger! Sometimes we want to adapt the pattern for a scissors fob, etc., so smaller is better.

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  4. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:08 AM

    I like 4x4 as well. I also like to use these little designs for friendship pillows, pincushions etc. With a little fabric finishing around it it'll be (almost) 5x5.

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  5. Laurie in IowaFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    I prefer ornaments to be smaller... no larger than 3x3. I hang my ornaments on table top feather trees... the larger ornaments are just too big and I get tired of having to stitch them over one to make them smaller.

    How about a variety of sizes to please a larger number of tastes.

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  6. TheresaFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:25 AM

    I like my ornaments smaller, so no larger then 4 x 4 for me~

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  7. Jo who can't think of a clever nicknameFebruary 25, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    To me a stitched ornament is something small, 4x4 maximum and preferably smaller.
    For pillows and cushions then 5x5 would be fine.
    I scrapbook my smalls mostly so size doesn't matter so much!

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  8. Annette-CaliforniaFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:13 PM

    For ornaments 4x4 or smaller for me. I must say - I do love the optional border idea. 5x5 would be pillow or mini sampler with the border option. Good luck!

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  9. Simple PleasureFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:20 PM

    Nancy
    I'm so excited to hear about this newest collection.
    I think a mixture of 3x3, 4x4, and 5x5 sizes with optional borders for enlarging the size would be ideal.
    I'm sure I speak for all of your followers when I thank you for feeding our passion.
    Busy Hands...Happy Heart
    Patricia

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  10. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:47 PM

    Nancy I would say 3 of 4 inch for ornaments.

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  11. AnonymousFebruary 25, 2012 at 1:18 PM

    I'm a mixture kind too. I like all sizes.

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  12. lanybleuFebruary 25, 2012 at 1:22 PM

    I like a mixture, for the tree I like small around 3 x 3 but I like bigger for other decorations.

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  13. ShirleeFebruary 25, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    I'd go with the 4x4. Blessings, Shirlee

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  14. Merry Wind FarmFebruary 25, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Hi, Nancy,
    I personally think that 5x5 is a great size for a cupboard tuck, or to hang on a cupboard, but a little too big for a Christmas Tree. For a tree ornament, I think 3 1/2 square is perfect, or even 3 inches. Your idea of an optional border is great, you could either stitch an ornament or larger for a cupboard door hanger.
    Look forward to see what you do......
    Melinda

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  15. ChristineFebruary 25, 2012 at 3:04 PM

    I think a mixture of sizes would be great but my own preference would be for 3"-4" if it's for a tree.

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  16. EllenFebruary 25, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    My preference is 4" square but a mixture of sizes would be great!

    Hugs,

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  17. ShaunterriaFebruary 25, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    I agree with Merry Wind Farm - 5x5 is too big for a tree ornament. 3x3 or a little bigger would hang really well.

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  18. FayeFebruary 25, 2012 at 7:23 PM

    Most of mine will be in the 3 x 3 range....I love that our feedback is considered...Thanks for that!!

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  19. ~*Sharee*~February 25, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    I have 2 trees; a small one on my hutch which 3x3 and then a bigger tree 5x5 I think are perfect...I can't wait to see what your working on hun..

    Hugs, Shar

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  20. CatherineFebruary 25, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    I don't like picking favorites, so a mixture of sizes, 3-4-5, works for me!

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  21. Becky K in OKFebruary 26, 2012 at 12:43 AM

    I like 4x4 on 28ct fabric also. A 5x5 would give us the option of doing them on a smaller count. So Looking forward to seeing what you design up!

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  22. stitchersanonFebruary 26, 2012 at 2:55 AM

    Around 4 x 4 works for me or a larger one with the option to make it smaller by stitching in 16 count etc...looking forward to seen the new designs!

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  23. FionaFebruary 26, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    I like small ornaments around 3 x 3, but if he design was bigger you could do it on smaller count to make them fit your ree or basket, whatever way you display your ornaments.

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  24. RitaFebruary 26, 2012 at 6:52 AM

    I prefer 3x3 or 4x4.

    I love your idea about an optional border!

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  25. ChrisFebruary 26, 2012 at 9:31 AM

    Hey Nancy,
    5X5 is large, I like 3x3 or 4x4.
    I can't wait to see what you come up with :)

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  26. SherriFebruary 26, 2012 at 9:56 AM

    Hi Nancy ~
    Personally, I like 4x4 and smaller. I just finished a 3" round ornament (a first for me) and I like the size of it. Anything over 4x4, I make a door hanger with it. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with.

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  27. MaryFebruary 26, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    Nancy, for me one of the most charming aspects of a stitched ornament is its tiny size. They also seem to hang more gracefully when they are small. 3x3 would be ideal, with 4x4 at the very max.

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  28. PhyllisFebruary 26, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I think 3x3 is a good size for an ornament. The 4x4 size would work if stitched on a higher count fabric. I've always been able to adapt to the size I want using different fabrics.

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  29. CarolFebruary 26, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    I love really small ornaments so I stitch a lot of mine over one to get them under 3 X 3 inches. I just made one that was 5 X 5 and it seems huge--may end up hanging it on a wall rather than on my tree :)

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  30. MusicwomanFebruary 27, 2012 at 3:50 AM

    Hi Nancy,

    I prefer ornaments with 3x3 or 4x4 .
    Watching them in a bunch is such too nice. If they are samller you can have more of them.

    Love
    Judith

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  31. StitchinowlFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:41 AM

    I like the 3 x 3 size with 4 x 4 with an optional border. It's a better size for smaller trees, plus it's quicker to stitch up if it smaller!
    Carolyn

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  32. MichelleFebruary 27, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    I like a size around either 3 x 3 or 4 x 4. x

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  33. LynnFebruary 27, 2012 at 10:23 AM

    I'm also one for the smaller ornaments. I prefer something that is 3 x 3.

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  34. TheCrankyCrowFebruary 27, 2012 at 8:48 PM

    Hmmmm...guess I'm your wayward one here....I prefer them a bit larger as I do not usually use them as actually ornaments, but as bowl fillers or pinkeeps, etc. So, I'm more about the 5x5 or larger....I think the optional border, tho, is a great idea. Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  35. SadieFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    I would say I stitch designs from about 3" sq up to 5"sq for christmas ornaments. the smaller ones are great for the tree and the larger ones are perfect for sitting on shelves or hanging on doors etc.

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  36. MarshaMarch 1, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    3 x 3 is about right. They hang better in the tree branches.

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