Yesterday was reveal day for the monthly challenge on Jayne's Attic. We had a choice of several complimentary designs this month and I chose 'Acorns and Owls' by Blue Ribbons Designs. This one has been on my 'to do pile' for a while and I already had the perfect fabric for finishing - you can't see much of it from the photo but it has a little acorn print on it. I used 40ct Light Espresso R & R Linen with the listed Gentle Art Sampler Threads. The little trinket tray/bon bon dish finish is another first for me that I've been wanting to try. I really enjoy these monthly challenges and can't wait to find out what we'll be up to next month!
This morning I received my JCS Christmas Ornaments preview issue. I've been really looking forward to this one arriving and was going to start on the Country Cottage Needleworks 'Silver and Blue' ornament first but now that I've seen 'Joyful Blessings' from Blue Ribbon Designs I just can't make up my mind which to start first! Will definitely be doing them both though!
Wow... that's simply stunning!!
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful! I've got this on my "to-be-stitched" list. Love the finishing! (How did you do it?)
ReplyDeleteA very pretty finish Carol.
ReplyDeleteI see next months choices are up!
Stunning. Whats the preview like - I missed the boat on JA to order one, is it good?
ReplyDeleteVery pretty and the fabric is perfect.
ReplyDeleteA perfect finish!!
ReplyDeleteSooo pretty :-)
ReplyDeleteExquisite stitching and finishing. Is there a tutorial for this anywhere? I'd like to try this finish.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful stitching as always. I love how you finished it.
ReplyDeletegorgeous finish Carol, love the design and the trinket dish, really would love to try this finishing technique
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous finish Carol:)
ReplyDeleteA gorgeous piece, beautifully finished as always Carol.
ReplyDeleteIt's beautiful Carol!
ReplyDeleteCarol, I forgot to ask-how is Spire Hill? Are you done yet-have I missed out on it from a previous post?
ReplyDeleteLovely finish Carol!!
ReplyDeleteThe stitching and the finition are very nice !
ReplyDeleteI love your finish!! That is one I haven't tried yet, but I sure want to! It is adorable!!!!! I found your blog via Blue Ribbon Designs gallery. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty as usual!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous finish!
ReplyDeleteWow, I just live the finish on this wonderful design. Great job!
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteIt is very pretty Carol. The bonbonierre is such a fun finish isn't it?
ReplyDeleteFor some reason today I finally remembered to visit your blog Carol. What lovely work you do and your pictures are so clear and sharp! I am envious, I am photo-challenged I'm afraid! How exciting you are builing a new house. We built our first home and it was fun seeing it "come to life". Our current home we bought "used". :)
ReplyDeleteLove the way you have finished this. I will have to learn.. xxx
ReplyDeleteYou have received an award...please collect it from my blog :)
ReplyDeleteThat is beautifully stitched and finished!
ReplyDeleteHi Carol,
ReplyDeletei have chosen you for Brillante Weblog Award as i find your work inspiring and love visiting your blog. Do check it out at my blog:)
Thank you for your wonderful works. I always enjoy my visits to your blog :)
ReplyDeleteSo I have nominated you for a Brillante Weblog Award - http://jurgarr.blogspot.com/2008/07/brilliante-weblog-award.html
I've chosen you for a KreativBlogger award Carol - see my blog when you have time. Know you are busy with the new house and all right now. Enjoy!
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ReplyDeleteVery pretty finish!!
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