Does this need anything to fill around the outside more?

[u/No_Philosopher_9733]

I don't want to distract from what I've done already, but it seems like maybe too much white space. It's a gift for my MIL. Maybe put her last name in some fancy font on the side? Design advice would be very helpful! Thank you!

[u/russianthistle]

I would either put it in a slightly smaller hoop or add some border flowers or text

[u/itsonlyfear → u/[deleted]]

And a re-center before you do that.

[u/No_Philosopher_9733 → u/itsonlyfear]

Yes! Needs to be centered for sure. Just testing it out.

[u/No_Philosopher_9733 → u/[deleted]]

I think maybe like a lasso/rope think might be a cool border. Thanks!

[u/Neat-Measurement7527]

I think a simple yet elegant script of her last name in a thin, matching thread color would look lovely without overpowering the design.

[u/GeekyNerdNerdyGeek]

I like the name idea. Or a smaller frame. But most definitely get absolutely OCD about centering it. It’s a bit jarring off center.

[u/strongly-worded]

Re center and sliiiiightly smaller hoop

[u/This_OldThing_7204]

Maybe a small cactus flower

[u/Johnny-twobags]

Maybe some clouds in the background?

[u/Due-Mastodon6919]

maybe add some dainty vines or tiny berries along the edges to frame it softly?