"How to be a mean mother. Never allow treats instead of a real meal. Know where her kids are, who they are with. Make kids work...laundry, dishes, more chores. Insist on the truth. Produce sensible teens. What the world needs are more mean mothers...and fathers too!" Model stitched on 32 Ct. Lambswool linen with Weeks Dye Works floss (or DMC 3806, 422, 3790, 3031, 3348, 730, 822, 437, 3816). Stitch Count: 101W x 160H.
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from United States on 09/23/2019 - Mean Mothers Love this pattern! The world needs more mean mother! We are the Best
from United States on 11/27/2018 - So fitting This project is so perfect for a grand-daughter who is a mean mother. Her children are a joy to be around
from United States on 09/11/2017 - loved this stitchery i have already done this stitchery and it was perfect
from United States on 05/03/2015 - great design I love this design. If all mothers followed these rules are kids would turn out a lot better. I love Lizzy Kate's color choices and the graphs are easy to read with DMC alternatives. What's not to love?
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