Good morning stitching friends~~~ I am happy to announce the winner to my "200 Followers Giveaway"... I have to say, I was thrilled to read all the comments about what we are all stitching! There is quite the array of interests out there!!! It seems too, that many of you are already putting attention to the beloved Christmas holiday season....Scary to think, it IS coming up quickly!!
Congratulations to LaDonna of "Wrought by LaDonna" for being the winner of the Fredricka package!!! I hope you enjoy what I send you and I am thrilled to have drawn your name out of the hat this morning! Just email me with your mailing address and I will get this right out to you!!
200 Followers Giveaway Package
Purple Pin Pillow with pins....Won by Charlene K (no blog)
I have spent many an hour at the hospital these past few weeks....I wanted to do an experiment on the 2004 BBD Christmas ornament that was provided in JCS ornament issue....On the right you will see the original colorway... On the left you will see my interpretation of a fall-ish version of the same design...I used Glorianna Charcoal, Cinamon and Olive Grove silks...
Blackbird Designs
2004 JCS Ornament Issue
And, of course I always have some LHN designs kitted up in my travel bag....Here is "Singing the Blues" done in the Crescent Colors version.....36 ct Summer Khaki seemed to be the fabric I had on hand that offered the right contrast...
Little House Needleworks
"Singing the Blues"
Update on MIL.....She remains in ICU.. They are "making her comfortable" as medically they have done all they can do... With pneaumonia and the heart condition plus being 92 yrs old, she is simply tired... The days she has been coherent, we have spoken of all the good times and cried together... She is truly ready...Thanks again for all the prayers and well wishes...
As my husband is insistant that I find time to do something for myself, I will be joining up with some of my stitching buddies tomorrow in SC at a long planned mini-retreat.... I NEED the break, I look forward to sitting and catching up with some good friends and maybe give my myself a little mental break...
((**Hugs**)) to everyone, Faye
36 comments:
Hang in there, Faye!
Congrats to the lucky winners, and I enjoyed seeing both of those BBD ornaments. As always, Beautiful stitching.
Many hugs and prayers for you and your family Faye. I hope it brings a bit of comfort to know that your MIL is at peace and "ready", and that you have all had this precious time to share your love. God Speed.
lovely new birds BBD and LHN:)
Beautiful stitching as always and I love stopping to visit your blog. I also really love your version of the Fall BBD ornament.
Have fun with your friends and try and take your mind off things.
~Nan
Congrats to the winner :)
Love the LHN bluebird - lovely work
Faye, prayers for you and your family. I have been in the same situation with my mother, but they know when it is time to go and it is great that she is at peace with her life. I know it is hard to let go....keep those wonderful memories close at heart. pj
Congrats to the winners! I love all the projects you've been working on. I'm glad you're getting a break tomorrow. You've been doing so much lately and have been under such stress. I will continue prayers for your MIL -- and for you all.
Gosh those are all lovely, Faye! My heart and prayers go out to you and yours! Praying that your mil has lots of peace and comfort, with no pain. Have a fun day tomorrow! xoxo
Your projects are lovely. The retreat sounds like a much needed break. My prayers are with you and your family.
Congratulations to the winners! Everything is lovely.
Peace to you and your family. Enjoy your stitching time away, and refresh yourself.
great finishes Faye! they are beautiful. Glad you are getting a break to de-stress. Still sending prayers and hugs to you and your family. ((((hugs))))
Your finishes are beautiful as always, Faye!
Love your blog. I am contemplating myself about doing a give-a-way on my blog too, stay-tuned.
Congratulations to the lucky winner of that beautiful design!
Yes, Christmas is going to be here before ya know it!
Jennifer
Feathers in the Nest
Faye, you all are in my thoughts and prayers. It is so tough to go through something like this. May you all have the love and support needed ((HUGS))
As for your stitching I LOVE that BBD I have this one in my to do pile hopefully I will get to start on it so it will be ready to hand on my tree this year.
Take Care
Congratulations to LaDonna and Charlene!
Great stitching Faye...just love your pincushion and pins!
Sorry to hear your MIL isn't getting better. Prayers to you and your family...
Congrats to your lucky winners.
They are truly blessed to receive a treasure from you.
My prayers are with your MIL and family.
I hope your weekend is a relaxing one.
Faye, my heart goes out to you. As you know, I had spent countless hours & days by my FIL's side. It is hard to hear them say they are ready, but deep down we know they will be happy. Your DH is right...enjoy some time with your stitching friends and know she loves and appreciates you. Sending you cyber hugs!!
Oh, congratulations to the winners!!!
Congrats to the winners !! All your stitching Pics are beautiful !!! Enjoy yourself on this mini retreat !!
Faye, You are such a sweetie to offer those without a blog a chance to win. Congrats to all! Your stitching is beautiful as always. Hope you have fun with your friends this weekend!
And your MIL - prayers and hugs!
Denise
Congratulations to the winners! Awesome gifts!
Thinking of you and your family :)
Hope you have a relaxing weekend to charge your batteries Faye. Sounds like you have been going through a hard time that needed a lot of courage.
Alice
You are all still in my prayers as I have been there recently also with my mother in law. It's always hard but know that there will be peace for her finally and rejoice in the wonderful years you have known and loved her. Congratulations to the two lucky ladies who have won! Love your finished pieces too! And as they say "stitching is peaceful for the soul" so please enjoy your special time with your special friends. love and great big hugs to you, fiona x
Congrats to the winners!
Beautiful stitching accomplished. Have fun at your retreat!
Glad you MIL is resting peacefully and that you can spend some time with her.
As always, your stitching is perfect and you have excellent taste when choosing thread colors.
Can't wait to see you tomorrow...glad you will be there. Be safe travelling.
Congratulations to LaDonna!
Faye, I am truly sorry to hear the news of your MIL but am glad she is at peace with her condition. I will continue to keep all of you in my prayers as I know it remains a difficult time for the whole family.
I will be with ya'll in spirit at the stitch a long tomorrow. Have a great time!
Your stitching is just gorgeous. I like the BBD done in the fall colorway.
Congratulations to the winners!
Faye, your family remains in my thoughts.
congratulations to your winners - beautiful stitching. What is the pattern for the pin cushion? It's so sweet.
Funny how there is the knowing that someone is "ready". My fil (80 yr old) was ready and so tired...but we also had the flip side with my dad (62 yr old) and not ready - neither were easy, neither has been easy since, but there was a tiny sense of peace with the acceptance. Good luck and my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sending you a warm hug, Faye... this must be so difficult for all of you.
I hope your retreat offers you some rest and a chance to be surrounded by the love of your dear stitching friends...
Have a great trip!!
Continued thoughts and prayers to you and your family Faye.
Enjoy your time for yourself - you deserve it.
Congratulations to the winners!!
Thoughts and prayers Faye. This time last year we were going through the same thing with my dear, sweet MIL. She is still much missed but her time had come.
You've been doing some nice stitching. Congrats to the winners of your giveaway and try and enjoy yourself at the retreat.
Congratulations to the winners of your blog giveaway. What wonderful stitching projects that you have been doing, I haven't seen the LHN one before. And I love the purple pin cushion pillow. I need to get started on some designs like that to keep in my purse when I find myself without my stitching like the other night at work. I wasn't to motivated on the piece that was in my locker but put a few stitches in it anyway.
I remember that moment when my great-grandma left us in her mid 90s. She was just done one day, and she was ready to go on to her husband and children that passed before her. In fact, my grandma (her daughter) visited her that day and told us all that though her body was still functioning, her spirit had already gone. Later that evening she did pass away. I hope you will find a measure of comfort at this time.
As always, your finishes are fabulous. Have a wonderful time on your retreat!
You have some wonderful finishes there, Faye!!
I have been thinking about and praying for Ada, and for the rest of your family as well. It is never easy to say goodbye to a loved one (especially a beloved mom and mom in law!), no matter how many years we have with them.
Wonderful of your DH to give you this time away - may it refresh you!!
Faye, I pray peaceful moments for your mother-in-law as well as for your family at this time.
Magnificent your embroidery is going to be magnificent I like noel's blackbirds of BBD your blog is too beautiful good continuation
Best regards marylin
Sorry to hear about your MIL. I recently lost my beloved Grandmother, so I understand what a difficult time this is for you and your family. Hugs and prayers.
Congrats to the winner of your fabulous give-away and your stitching pieces are all gorgeous!
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