Dimensions Needlecrafts Counted Cross Stitch, The Wave

I made this for a gift for my mom. It was my first ever attempt at cross stitching, and it took FOREVER. This is on 16-count aida, and because of that, it looks truly amazing. I really wish I hadn't have given it away. I framed it for my mom, and when looked at from...oh...about 6 or 8 feet away, it looks like a picture; you can't see the individual threads. This pattern takes forever, but it looks sooooo awesome.

I've been cross stitching for over half my life and I bought this for my mother-in-law. I like this pattern. Thus far it's been very easy. The only complaint I might make of it is the french knots arn't that obvious on the pattern. This is a good pattern for someone who has some experience cross stitching. Not really for beginners. It is very nice.