The perfect gift

Tonight the ladies from church are going out to dinner as a farewell party to a Russian exchange student who has been worshipping with us for the last few months.  I really wanted to get her something as a going away present (and of course handmade would be preferred, but not essential)  I also didn't want it to take up much room, because I know space is a premium. Then I remembered this:

I made up a whole bunch of these bookmarks at Christmas time and had one left over!  It is perfect for my new friend who I must say goodbye to!!

Last October my mom had brought me a very similar cross that my great grandmother had made and wondered if I could reproduce it.   The pattern follower that I am, I went in search of a pattern that matched what I saw.  This is very very close and I couldn't be happier with the results.  In case you are interested:

Pattern:  Cross Bookmark

Thread:  I used size 20 I think.  You could use a heavier thread/yarn if you want, but then the bookmark is bigger.  This one is about 3 inches tall.

Hook:  Don't remember really...I would guess a 8 or 9, but whatever size works for you.

Mods: I used two colors and put the tassel at the top....that was how my great grandma did hers.