Side Swirls

The little swanlike bits on the sides are coming along, with the guns pointing toward them.

 

Just Getting On

Doesn't really look like much progress, but the middle little guy is beginning to take shape and the other two are getting their chests filled.

 

23 for 2023 #12: Swirly Tree by DebBee's Designs

This was a one day stitch, but all the crowding on the swirl stitches was a pain. It's shiny because I used Brazilian embroidery thread.

 

23 for 2023 #15: A Simple Snowflake from A Cross Stitch Christmas

Another little snowflake for a quick stitch later.

 

Cute Little Armored Vehicle

A little armored vehicle sitting among the others. But it's cute so I took a photo.

 

So Many Arches

Arches and more arches. This place is a monument to arches.

 

Design Inspirations

Villa San Marco is huge. And as you can see, it was covered in frescos and mosaics all through the inside. Plus, no crowds. We were the only ones there.  I want to use some of these designs in mine.