Wednesday, November 20, 2013

...something a little different....

Greetings friends &fellow stitchers~



Last month, when Sherry H asked me to make her a couple scissor mannequins, I shied away.... Having never made such a thing, I was reluctant to make her my guinea pig~ But, Sherry said she'd be willing to be the one I took a test drive with on this unique finish~ Here's what I mean.....


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Scissor mannequin and matching needlebook~

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Buttons, ribbon, lace, charms and nice fabrics....

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The blue set is slightly varied.... Isn't the lace pretty?

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I want to thank Sherry for pulling me out of my comfort zone~ I sure hope she enjoys them!! This project ended up being so much fun! I will definitely be making more~

I will leave you with a photo of what's been in my hoop these past days... Very poor photo, but you get the idea~

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Manor at Peacock Hill~kit purchased from Needlecraft Corner~

Enjoy the rest of your week!!



Faye



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43 comments:

Samplings from Spring Creek said...

You are awesome

Christine said...

These scissor mannequins are too adorable!! Great job!

sunny said...

I want one! You did a fantastic job.

Margaret said...

Wow, so fantastic! Love your Peacock too!

Sherri said...

I am the lucky recipient of these adorable scissor mannequins and needle books! I knew that Faye could do these for me. Not only did make them, she took it to the next level and I'm thrilled. One is for me and the other is for my wonderful stitchy sister-in-law. The hard part is deciding which one to keep. Thanks Faye!

gracie said...

A beautiful project

P.J. said...

Awesome job Faye!! Beautiful peacock, just gorgeous.

linda said...

They are wonderful! You are such an inspiration!

aprilmecheelesdulllife said...

Beautiful Finishes as always Faye!!! Love the Peacock Manor stitching.

Catherine said...

They look great!! Love your stitches too!

Mary said...

Great job, Faye. Your stitching and finishing are always beautiful!

Krista said...

Great job, your finishing is awesome. Love that big blue peacock!

Annette-California said...

You did a beautiful job on scissor mannequins and needlebook. Lovely peacock sampler.
love Annette

Scrap said...

very nice ! so fantastic !

Anonymous said...

You shouldn't have worried at all, they're stunning - great job! :)

cucki said...

Wow super beautiful ..well done dear.
Your peacock is so pretty too
Big hugs x

Mii Stitch said...

Fantastic work! Well done :)

Brigitte said...

Fantastic, the little scissor cases. Your blog is always very inspiring!

Chris said...

Those are wonderful Faye!
Peacock Hill is beautiful too!

Vonna Pfeiffer said...

Very nicely done Faye! Your Peacock sampler is a feast for the eyes as well :)

Chrissie B said...

I want one too. Will any be for sale!? Faye great, great job!!!!!

Giovanna said...

Lovely work on both sets, and on the bird - well done.

Nicole said...

They turned out beautiful, Faye!! Congrats. Manor @ PH is looking great too!! :)

Carol said...

Really beautiful finishes, Faye!! I had never heard of a scissor mannequin before--the things you learn by reading blogs!!

Hope you and your family have a lovely Thanksgiving Day :)

Sweet Sue said...

Congrats on a couple of precious treasures Faye. So liberating to step outside of one's comfort zone:) Happy T-Day!

Sandrajay: said...

Great idea and so different! Wow!

Charlene ♥ NC said...

I fully believe you can do anything! This is the first time I've heard of these mannequins, but adorable! Lovely stitching, too.

Michelle said...

They look wonderful x

Linda said...

Pretty finish Faye. Love the fabrics.

Linda

butterfly said...

Wow well done love them.

msmartello said...

Love them Faye! great job! Sometimes it pays to get out of your comfort zone. I need to try that sometime too.

Maureen

robindefender said...

Your mannequins are beautiful!

Véronique Rose said...

ces mannequins a ciseaux sont très beaux, superbe cartonnage, avec le carnet assorti,
beau début pour l'oiseau.
douce journée
rose

Unknown said...

Waw,it would have been out of my comfort zone too but your result is perfect!!!! Also the fabrics are beautiful, I like the brown ones!!!

Maggee said...

Something NEW has been added... and a very nice job Faye! Congrats!

Andrea said...

I don't know what you was worrying about with your finishing skills. Gorgeous finishes and the WIP is great too.

Kimmie said...
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Kimmie said...

Those are soooooo fabulous!!! Love them! Your peacock is looking wonderful, too!

Ellen said...

Gorgeous! You are so talented!

Hugs,

Tatkis said...

OMG, your needlework sets are soooo lovely! Great idea!

Hugs,
Tatyana

Patty C. said...

Great idea!

robinpichelmayerarts said...

We are all glad she pulled you out of that comfort zone as well. Those are so lovely!

Pam in IL said...

I hadn't heard of scissor mannequins, but seeing the ones you made has convinced me that I need one now. Beautiful pieces!