Thursday, July 9, 2009

~~ Stitching News ~~

Last night was our stitching get together and I'm happy to say Yule Sampler is finished. I'm really pleased with it, but for some reason it just seemed like it took forever to finish. Now off to the framers..I'm hoping I can find a dark, dark green for my frame...just not sure. Any suggestions? Our next stitch is "The Sampler Lady" by LHN......
I love this. She is a sweet little miss and her outfit is so cute. We had to order some of the floss and while we were waiting.....we
stitched on Quaker Christmas, as you can tell I didn't work on mine very much...
I was stitching on my Patriotic Sampler...when I started I had hoped to have it finished for this 4Th of July, but didn't come close to finishing it....it will be ready for sure next year. I'm using an over dyed floss by Crescent Colours called Wavy Navy...I really like the effect. I don't know if you can see the subtle shading but in person it is really looks pretty.

Speaking of 4Th of July, thank you for all the happy wishes and sweet comments....hugs, Linda

16 comments:

Anonymous said...

They look great. My hat's off to you being able to do tiny cross stitch like that. My eyes wouldn't be able to take it.

Anonymous said...

I love following your progress on these projects. I was addicted to cross stitch when I was younger and I miss it so much. I enjoy yours so much.

Denise said...

beautiful! Kudos to you.. Not something that I could ever finish!

Feedsack Fantasy said...

Love them ... I am very partial to green. Looks wonderful. TTFN ~Marydon

Anonymous said...

it is nice to find another So. Cal girl. Your tomatoe post has inspired me.

Attic Clutter said...

Hi Linda (:)
thanks on my walking ~!!
.. and your stitcheries are darling love the abc's...
Hope you have a wonderful weekend too ~!! hugs, Patty

Michelle said...

Hi Linda,

I love your patriotic sampler!! Too bad we didn't pick that as a stitch-along. Have great weekend!

Michelle

Nancy said...

The sampler is really neat. I love the girl you are going to start. For some reason, I just like doing people. Heidi says that is weird, but what can I say. Your patriotic sampler is going to be really nice too. Have fun stitching.
Nancy

Ginger~~Enchanting Cottage said...

OH~~~~ It is so pretty!! I have never learned how to cross stitch. Thank-you so much for the tip for softer towels.
Have a wonderful day,
Ginger

Priscilla said...

Looks like you are having fun with all the stitching! Its great to keep up with what you are creating....

Glad you had a good 4th july, on the 4th I went to see a friend of mine in a show, the hall was themed with 1940s old posters and music,and flags, a good night!

Have a good week,
Priscilla x

Dena said...

Your work is so beautiful! I can't get over those tiny stiches :)

Hugs,
Dena

violetlady said...

Beautiful needlework, Linda!

Unknown said...

That looks really cute! How fun to have a stitching group to get together with! :)

Jackie said...

Gorgeous projects Linda. I really have to pull my cross stitching out and get started on some new projects. I do love the sampler, you did a wonderful job on it.

God bless.

Michele said...

Congrats on getting Yule Sampler done. It's on my list! I love your Patriotic Sampler! The color is yummy :)

Eggs In My Pocket said...

How lovely your stitching looks! I know what you mean.....stitching takes a good amount of time. As I always say....sew much to sew....sew little time! lol. blessings,Kathleen