Wednesday, December 7, 2011

A couple more stitches...

It has been an extremely busy time around here~~~  My last finishing order is sealed in the box ready to ship out tomorrow...It has been so much fun getting in my fellow stitchers handiworks and finishing them into ornaments and pillows....I have been honored that so many of you trusted me with your valueables and gave me creative authority to "work my magic"....
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Additionally, I was able to stitch a little over the weekend and this week, finishing up these two Christmas items.....Now to ponder how I will sew them up as a Christmas finish for MY house...

 Black Bird Christmas Tree
Victorian Motto Sampler
40 ct natural
AVAS red silk



Jolly Reindeer
Victorian Motto Sampler
40 ct Meadow Rue LL
DMC threads


I just love stitching Victorian Motto Sampler designs!!! AND, pop on over and check out Nancy's blog because she has the BEST EVER giveaway in process......Check out all the flosses!!! WOW~

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Also, this week, I was tickled to receive this awesome exchange from Lisa S....She had my name in the Hooked on Exchanging Christmas Box exchange and the box she made me is stunning!!!
Pop on over to her blog as she has posted lots of details about this design and box....


Thanks again Lisa for this beautiful addition to my Christmas collection of handmade goodies~~~

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Lastly, I finished up a lingering project that has been on my "Up for a challenge 2011" list.....
This baby is FINALLY done......

My Full Heart
Hands to Work
40 ct Pale Blue mystery linen
HDF silk fibers



I know now why I started this design years ago.... There is a crown!!! The 1 over 1 on 40ct for the letters has about shot my eyes though....Anyway, its done and I do believe this is finish 11 for the year of my old WIP's.... I was able to clean out my WIP basket quite a bit this year!

So, that's it for tonight.....Gotta hit the hay!! I leave you with a shot of my oldest son....He came home recently for a visit and I managed to take a snap during a UNC Tarheel basket ball game....
Men are SO mesmorized when watching sports on TV!!







Have a good one,

Faye

31 comments:

Nancy said...

The box you received is gorgeous!

I didn't know Victorian Motto had designs. These are so pretty - I love the reindeer!

barbara said...

Oh my gosh, everything is so pretty. I love that red Victorian piece!! And the box you received is gorgeous - I wish my finishing came out that good!

Daniela said...

Beautiful stitching, all of them. I have never heard of Victorian Motto, I have to check out more of the designs.

Lesleyanne said...

Your stitching is lovely. Gorgeous box received from Lisa S.

butterfly said...

Again your stitching is just beautiful.

Love your Christmas box.

Lois said...

What a gorgeous box! I do love the ornaments you've stitched, esp the reindeer one.

Siobhán said...

What a handsome guy you have there! LOL at the 'staring at the tv' thing--we have that going on here a lot--though it's usually golf golf and more golf! LOL

Your finishes are too cute--I can't wait to see what magic you work on them! LOVE the box, too!

Chris said...

Great update Faye!
I love your Victorian Motto stitching.

Bekca said...

I love the My Full Heart design, what a gorgeous finish. Hope you're enjoying the festive season, best wishes.

Margaret said...

lol -- your son looks so intense! You're so right about those games and men watching!

Love your finishes! I hadn't realized Victorian Motto had a blog, and then I hadn't realized she did designs. I love the ones you stitched! Lovely exchange as well! And the heart piece is lovely!

Charlene ♥ NC said...

Lovely pieces, as always, and I know they will be outstanding finishes! Don't you just love how they can focus when it's sports? Love the 'unaware' shots best of all. Hope you have a great weekend.

Sherry said...

Beautiful work. I love them all but I think the BBCT is my favorite! The box is lovely! I know you will enjoy it.

dixiesamplar said...

Wow, that box is beautiful!! What a wonderful gift to receive.

Love your finishes, they are gorgeous as always...can't wait to see how you do them up, you always have such wonderful ideas!

Denise said...

How in the world is your son that old?

Now about those finishes...fabulous, stunning, amazing. Each one just makes you smile. I know they will be even more you when finished.

BrendaS said...

Your exchange piece is beautiful. Anxious to see what you do with the little treasures you stitched for your house:))

Great job on completing so many WIP's! It must be a great feeling:))

Michelle said...

Lovely photos thanks for sharing them - I love the red christmas tree its stunning x

Hazel said...

Beautiful finishes! I need to go and visit Nancy. I love those designs. x

Cardygirl said...

Love all the stitching as always...love that blackbird tree.

Mindi said...

I love your Victorian Motto finishes, I'll have to take a look at their designs. The reindeer one is especially lovely. Lisa made you a fantastic box for your exchange.

doris said...

Oh, love, love that heart. I'll have to look for that one. That's a fabulous box, too. Congrats on all of your finishing business.

Karen said...

Looking good... can't wait to see some more magic!

hope you have a good stitchy weekend...

Catherine said...

Oh, the sports glazed over look - I know that one!! It's always fun to see what you've been up to!

Tatkis said...

Beautiful finishes! I've won a Victorian Motto Sampler chart with this Christmas tree too :) need to stitch it!

And a lovely gift for you :)

Hugs,
Tatyana

Penny said...

I love the Victorian Motto stitching - I wasn't aware they had cross stitch. That's a lovely box you received from Lisa!
Your son does look very intent on the game. :)

staci said...

Gorgeous stitching Faye! I can't decide which one is my fave but it's definitely a toss up between the Blackbird Christmas Tree and the Jolly Reindeer!

Beehive Needleworks said...

GORGEOUS finishes and I do fancy the Christmas box!

Wishing you a restful(?) weekend...
perhaps give your peepers a rest after 1/1 on 40 Count!

Most warmly,
Judy

Giovanna said...

Lovely stitching, and what a pretty box you received - great Christmas mood!

Ellen said...

Beautiful stitching! Love Victorian Motto's designs especially the reindeer!

Beautiful box from Lisa!

Hugs,

Jennifer Ann Fox said...

All are gorgeous as usual. My favorite is My Full Heart. It's sooooooo pretty.

Jennifer

Lynn said...

Love your Victorian Motto finish!! I was thinking of stitching this one in red and now that I've seen yours I definitely will.
Lisa's box finish is amazing! You must be so pleased to have received it.

Sherry :o) said...

beautiful, as always!! have a wonderful two weeks 'til Christmas, Faye!!