Stitching Update

Yesterday was Mom's birthday, so Mom, Dad, and DS came over for BBQ's. Her sister was invited, but she wasn't feeling well, so she didn't make it. Mom is the cutest! Friday is her 'hair day' so she was all dolled up. Someone at work (and I did say work... she works at Walmart as a greeter) asked her how old she is, and she told them they needed to mind their own business. Yep - she hates for anyone to know her age. I've told her she has to be careful because I'm about to catch up to her :-). I'm so bad, I forgot to take pictures! Let me see if I can find something recent... She's been having lots of eye problems, and it's so frustrating for her. Hopefully the new doctor she's going to can help get her seeing better soon. Happy Birthday, Momma! I love you!!

Here's the update of where I've gotten on The Sampler Lady as of last night. She's fun to stitch!

What's a Girl to Do?

Today is my DS's 28th birthday! Happy Birthday - you own my heart!

These occassions make me wonder how parents and children can age so, yet I stay about the same. It's that old question of why we don't really 'feel' the age we are. When does that begin? Around 30? I'm 55, but in my heart and mind don't really seem that old. Think back to your elementary teachers... One was 'young' so I imagine she was around 22-25. The others were 'ancient' so they were probably 40-50. But remember how they looked? That gray, blue, or pinkish waved perm? The blouse with lace buttoned up the neck? The skirt, full and down to near the ankle? The black or brown shoe with an inch or two heel, both hight and width. Mrs. Hutchinson was bold and brazen - she had a bone color!! Now, think about your grandkids teacher! Doesn't she look 15 with her jean capris and flip flops? I could go off to another place here, but I won't. So now that I'm thinking of letting the color grow off my hair to see exactly what color it really is, I wonder -- will I look like Mrs. Hutchinson? Na... I don't have any bone 'sturdy' shoes!!

On to what I've been stitching. One of the things I love about the ASAW project from Abi and Val at the Friendly Stitchers' group is the weekly projects are small, and when you can't make up your mind which project you want to start ... you can do a few of these -- especially when you started late and are behind like me -- they've issued week 29; I've done 14 ). Here's an update for you of where I am now.

The grids for these little gems are 20 x 20, so to show a bit of perspective of how tiny they really are...

A close up of a few...

Tulips


Frog pond


Flower vase

Blue Bird House

I have now decided on which project to begin next. I know, this isn't one I've mentioned before, but I've been admiring it from other stitchers' work and you know how easily I'm tempted... It's Little House Needlework's, "The Sampler Lady". I'm following the suggestions for fabric and fibers, using 28 ct Light Examplar Linen from Lakeside Linens and Crescent Colours and DMC fibers. This is where I am, stitching for two evenings.

And finally today, Michelle has awarded me the One Lovely Blog Award. I don't know how in the world she selected me with all the beautifully crafted blogs out there, but I am honored! Thank you, Michelle. With this award comes the daunting task of passing it along to seven others. Wow, how does one choose? I guess you just go for it, so...

There's Lody, who creates wonderful designs for The Gift of Stitching on-line magazine, which is owned by Kirsten.

I frequently visit the busy Dani's blog, and she has recently updated it - even her photo so I almost didn't recognize her!

I love, love to visit Barb Adams and Alma Allen's blog, Blackbird Designs - such glorious photos of stitching and other lovelies.

Plum Street Samplers is another blog I enjoy - not only wonderful designs, but her love of family and photos, too! Paulette will be having an anniversary giveway beginning on Sunday, so hop over for a visit to enter!

I enjoy visiting my "neighbor" in NC, Carolyn's blog. She and her stitching group recently took a European trip, and she's been sharing the wonderful sights with us recently!

Now there's my talented friend, Gerry. I met Gerry on a Crazy Quilt group, and she doesn't cross stitch, but her talents are many!

Thanks for visiting today! I hope you have a wonderful weekend, and Come back again!!

DoLolly - Tail Catcher - Retreat

A while back I posted about my DoLolly, and said my LNS was attempting to find an alternative. I just saw it on their web site, so do have a look. It's called a Tail Catcher.

I also mentioned a Stitching Getaway, and that I'd let you know when it was advertised. It is on the site now, as well. Check out Tea With the Queen!

The Weekend

Having a holiday and an overnight guest didn't allow for my typical lazy weekend, so I'm making up this weekend. Last night I stitched and watched TV (can't show you yet - it's a surprise), and this morning sitting here reading group mails and blogs. What fun? Love it. Being tempted at every turn... I keep trying to say, NO - you are already S.A.B.L.E. (stash acquired beyond life expectancy).

I just found a giveaway, and if it's posted on my blog I get extra chances. Don't you want to see? Visit Violarium to check it out. Good luck to all.


I finally finished JD Robb's Imitation in Death. No, it's not that I didn't like it, I'm just a few pages at bedtime reader. I went back to the Book Rack and got a couple more after work yesterday. I have credits there - take in books you're finished and they give credits, then when you buy used books they are half price! I love it - don't mind at all reading a book someone else has read. Since as I said, I'm a few pages at bedtime reader, I do prefer paperbacks anyway.

Sharing a few of my glass collections with you today.


Thanks for stopping by, and I hope you're having a fun, lazy weekend, too!!

Happy Independence Day

I hope everyone is having a great holiday!

Here's the update to my Friendly Stitchers ASAW Garden Sampler.

Mary Wigham Sampler

I've been watching conversations about the Mary Wigham sampler from the NeedlePrint blog, and have decided I must give it a go... so I searched the stash for 32ct linen that is 24x24, and came up with a piece of soft natural. I did look through my HDF silks, but only had a handfull of the colors. Since I didn't get on so well with the last sampler I started, decided to go with DMC this time. Here's the floss toss. I just love the color scheme, but follow the link to see some wonderful interpretations others have done.

CQ Cross Stitch Finished

The crazy quilt piece I've been working on is finished. I believe I'm going to make it into a little pillow for my aunt who has been struggling with ovarian cancer for several years. It has been a long time since I made anything for her, and this is bright and hopefully cheery!