Thursday, May 22, 2008

A Tiny Pinkeep for Mum

Yesterday was my Mum's birthday and if I have time I always like to try to stitch a little something I can give her with either her present or money. This year I've made her a tiny pinkeep. This is a little French design, 'Coeur D'Ange' by Miniatures D' Alphabets. The fabric is 32ct Belfast Vintage Antique White Linen and was stitched 1 over 1 with DMC 815. I thought I would have a try at doing a ruched ribbon trim around the pinkeep and was really pleased with how it turned out. Mum really loved it too!




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28 comments:

  1. NicThursday, May 22, 2008

    The pinkeep is lovely - so dainty!

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  2. SallyThursday, May 22, 2008

    Carol your pinkeep for your Mum is so pretty. I love the ruched ribbon:)

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  3. BeckySCThursday, May 22, 2008

    It's gorgoeus!

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  4. staciThursday, May 22, 2008

    Very pretty! Your stitching and finishing are so lovely...the ruched ribbon is perfect!

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  5. Kim BThursday, May 22, 2008

    Wow it's perfect!!

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  6. SusimacThursday, May 22, 2008

    How dainty and pretty it is, what a lovely gift.

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  7. AnonymousThursday, May 22, 2008

    It is so adorable!

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  8. AnonymousThursday, May 22, 2008

    Oooh, that's just perfect... the delicate stitching, the backing fabric, the trim... gorgeous!!

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  9. MyleneThursday, May 22, 2008

    I love your pinkeep, Carol. Great stitching and finishing.

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  10. DaffycatThursday, May 22, 2008

    I must say, that is the sweetest teeny pinkeep I have ever seen. I bet your mum was thrilled to bits!

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  11. OmaFriday, May 23, 2008

    Beautiful! Maroon is one of my favourite colours. I love the back as well, the material you picked out matches the design perfectly. Your Mom is a lucky lady to have a daughter like you stitching for her.

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  12. MarieFriday, May 23, 2008

    That is beautiful...I love over one! I love the trim, great job.
    Happy birthday to your Mom. :)

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  13. Becky K in OKFriday, May 23, 2008

    Very pretty. I know your mom will love it.

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  14. KaranFriday, May 23, 2008

    Very pretty pinkeep - I love it Carol. Hope your Mum has a lovely Birthday. :0)

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  15. JulieFriday, May 23, 2008

    Adorable, lucky mum!

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  16. Carol RFriday, May 23, 2008

    A beautiful pinkeep - the ruched ribbon trim really sets it off.

    Your blog, stitching, finishing and photographs are truly inspiring.

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  17. Hearty BakesSaturday, May 24, 2008

    I'm sure your mum will love this beautiful pinkeep u specially stitched for her. I love the pearls and red u used in this pinkeep. The backing fabric matches so well too. Impressed :)

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  18. SharonSaturday, May 24, 2008

    Just beautiful!

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  19. YukoSaturday, May 24, 2008

    Hi Carol, this is very pretty and stitched so beautifully!
    Actually now I'm working on Miniatures D' Alphabets, too!
    I love the ribbon around edge you used very much! very beautiful!

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  20. OlgaSaturday, May 24, 2008

    Your pinkeep is absolutely pretty! I love the ruched ribbon trim.

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  21. ElisaSunday, May 25, 2008

    Gorgeous finish...as always

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  22. StitchingrannyWednesday, May 28, 2008

    so sweet and dainty Im sure your mum was thrilled

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  23. ChristineWednesday, May 28, 2008

    It's really beautiful !

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  24. angelaswebyThursday, May 29, 2008

    Carol, hi there
    Your gift to your mum is delightful. I love over one stitching and I love redwork too. Your stitching is so dainty and your finishing beautiful. I love the backing fabric. It's perfect.
    Warm wishes Angela

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  25. HazelFriday, May 30, 2008

    Gorgeous Carol. I love the rouched ribbon effect. Mental note: must try this. xx

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  26. AnonymousSunday, June 01, 2008

    Superbe. bravo
    ann du québec

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  27. DebMonday, June 02, 2008

    Dear Carol, Just stopping by to catch up with you...I've been out of commission for a while. I adore all you've been stitching. So gorgeous, Carol. I could stare at your lovely things for hours. I truly wish I could finish my things like you do. Hugs, Deb

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  28. mimimiraSaturday, June 07, 2008

    Such a lovely pinkeep! it's really gorgeous!

    Greetings, Maria

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