Pattern Design

[Keefie]

This is a Christmas Tree Decoration design I have made using CorelDraw - Any thoughts and comments please ??

[tux_linux]

The "&" is quite slim and will be a bit weak - but as it's an ornament it should be fine.

So my comment is:

Get in the shop and do "it"

[Keefie]

Thanks T fot the comment, I was debating whether to stretch the & so the thin bit touches the side to give it more strength.

[tux_linux]

naa, that would make it too big and too dominating.

cut it.

[Russ C]

The outline is really wavy, not sure why. I agree with Torsten the "&" might need to be a little thicker. And I would move the "H" in Hazel could be moved so there is a little space  you could cut. The design is fantastic. 

[newfie]

well i think that Torsten and Russ said it all. other then that its a great pattern .

[Russ C]

I am only trying to give a little constructive criticism, free hand designing is not easy.  The design is fantastic and if this is one of your first I can't wait to see what else you make. You will only get better.     

[Keefie]

Thanks for all your comments, and the criticism is what I wanted, If you don't know what you're doing wrong, you cant fix it. The wavy lines on outside was my fault, I hit convert to curves (or something like that) by mistake then when I tried to move it , it went out of shape, I tried to sort it to no avail, since posting it I started again, did the pattern Identical but took Russ's advice and moved the H over a little, I'm now going through my fonts to see if there is a thicker design of the "&"

[mrsn]

If it was my ornament to make, I wouldn't put the & in at all. Just have the names, the connection of the people is sort of implied by the hearts. Another option might be a plus sign +.
I really like the ornament, it would be a great wedding gift or Christmas gift for newlyweds. I made a similar design in a wall hanging for friends who go married earlier this year.

[frankorona]

Very nice, well done.

[Keefie]

The finished item.

[Russ C]

Awesome job, I like it. Thanks for posting the finished project. I repeat what I said, The design is fantastic and if this is one of your first I can't wait to see what else you make. You will only get better. 

[Fab4]

Hi Keefie:
The constructive critism served you well
I like the finished product.
Well done
Fab4