CQ Block: Task Ten (of 12)

 Fargo Roses.   Challenge for them to be the same size.   Challenge to have them look similar.   

 CQ Block (so far).   I have two more tasks to do before it can be a finish.   This is part of Kathy Seaman Shaw's BCQC-101 class.   More information can be found here:   http://www.shawkl.com/.

 Woven Roses + Kreinik Metallic #8 Braid (042).   I look forward to adding charms, beads, buttons, etc.   I think there is another ribbon embroidery task to complete before the embellishing.

 Seven Fargo Roses - that don't really look alike!   Ribbon Embroidery is so new to me.   I forget how different surface stitching is to counted specialty stitches on linen.   

This is such a good course.   The information provided is exceptional.   I'm taking my time to learn and have enjoyed each task.

 And, yes, I did get my Bent Creek pattern finished into a pincushion - which I've been using.  The bobbin lace edge sewn on - it really is a small pincushion.  I used wool roving, pretty light weight.

 

4th of July

Prairie Schooler on the left, Shep Bush on the right.

I've been taking Bobbin Lace classes via Zoom, and had finished this edge.   Found a Bent Creek stitched piece in my stash (of things to finish) and added some beads.    Planning to finish into a pincushion.

Bent Creek pattern

The Little Bunny

I used Sampler Threads from The Gentle Art:  

Pink Azalea, Willow, Oatmeal (blended with DMC 712), Evergreen; 

Simply Shaker Sampler Threads from The Gentle Art Harvest Basket, Grape Leaf; 

and DMC 3021. Beads:  SJ Designs, Glass Seed Beads size 14, Color #1832.

 

Ground Hog Day !

Link to Pattern

https://www.flickr.com/photos/76600488@N03/8134391721/

https://www.pinterest.com/pin/94294185935925721/

 

Will the groundhog see a shadow, six more weeks of winter?    Will the sky be overcast, and the groundhog not see a shadow, early spring?

Autumn Row

OK - a finish.

Bent Creek:  Autumn Row
Book #BC1078

c. 2000 Bent Creek

Designed by Marsha Worley & Elizabeth Newlin

32 ct Amber Linen

275 x 24

Fibers I used:  GAST Burnt Orange, WDW Lancaster Red, WDW Schneckley, WDW Chestnut, GAST Nutmeg, WDW Onyx

misc

Pumpkin added to Autumn Row by Bent Creek. Not much time for needlework these days.

Some progress on Mary Hannah Gipson [sampler researched and charted by Ruth Ann Russell]
SAN-Q Magazine, Winter 2010.   

Homespun Elegance:   Yes, I did finish the tatting + added it to the roll-up.   So far, the tatting has held up well as I seem to use the roll-up often.   The red thread was found at an Antique Mall in Carmel, Indiana.   It seemed so interesting to find thread wound on paper/cardboard.   

And, here is the Homespun Elegance pattern [front]:

Bent Creek: Snappy Sampler

Vickie, blogging at 

A Stitcher's Story

offered this lovely Bent Creek

Snappy Sampler as a giveaway.

I began following her blog

when she had the Traveling Bunny Pattern.

Vickie sent the chart and snaps ... 

and these lovely pins:

Aren't they pretty???

As for the project ... I have a couple thread choices that I like.

The chart suggests WDW Onyx  - and I like this

particular fiber from ThreadWorks. [suggested fiber Maple Syrup GAST].

Then, I picked out a different ThreadWorks fiber.

I have two different choices.   Once I sort thru the linen stash,

I'm sure one color will look better than the other.

Do you like the needlecase?   with the rabbits?    My son gave me a House of Stitches GC at holiday time and I put it in a 'safe' place .... forgot about it.    I thought this needlecase from Lacis was special.   A beautiful gift that I probably wouldn't have bought for myself.    Thx DS.    Pretty on the desk --- so many styles at the LNS to choose from.   

And, speaking of DS - I need to iron his shirt for work.   Where does time fly to?   nearing 2am and the ironing isn't done.

Entries extended another week - per Chiara

Chiara, blogging at The Grey tail

has the Traveling Bunny pattern + 

recently tracked the bunny trail of stitchers.

All of our bunnies are cousins!

Enjoy her post, The guy needs a passport, maybe two

 link HERE.

She has extended the deadline for comments another week - if interested in participation, please see the details on her post HERE:

Chapter 12:  The Littles Bunny Travels.

--------- My little bunny can be seen HERE.

Traveling Bunny seeking new needleworker ....

 This is my stitched Bunny.  I added beads after the photo was taken.    I have fabric to make an origami bag & planned to add it to the outside flap.   [maybe some sewing smalls, too] once I have some other sewing completed - I'll post a finish.  Are you interested in this Bent Creek Pattern?    I enjoyed stitching the bunny + found it to be a quick stitch!

Chiara, blogging at

The Grey Tail

let me know the pattern & envelope

of orts is ready to be mailed to a new home.

If you are interested - see her blog post

Chapter Twelve; the Littles Bunny Travels

for details.

She made a lovely fob with the pattern.

See her post HERE.

Close up photo of the bunny:

Bent Creek: Bunny

Bent Creek pattern

The Little Bunny

I used Sampler Threads from The Gentle Art:  

Pink Azalea, Willow, Oatmeal (blended with DMC 712), Evergreen; 

Simply Shaker Sampler Threads from The Gentle Art Harvest Basket, Grape Leaf; 

and DMC 3021. 

It took me awhile to find fabric for finishing.

I chose Heidi Grace Designs

Multi Circles on Yellow.

I don't think I will accomplish the 'finishing' until after the holidays.

Keep an eye on Cucki's blog

Cucki Stitching Cove

as she is next in line for the traveling pattern + envelope of embellishments.

(I just realized I forgot to add the bead on the flower!!  oops!!)

Traveling Bunny ....

I was looking forward to receiving the envelope with

the Bent Creek pattern

The Little Bunny.

What surprised me (aren't needleworkers generous) 

was all the items that came along with the traveling pattern ; )

This beautiful heart is hanging on my calendar.

It was sent in the envelope with

the Traveling Bunny pattern (+ goodies).

?

Isn't this lovely?      (front above -- back below)

It was from Lee,

who has a nice post with photo of her bunny - HERE.

If you are not familiar with Lee's blog --- head right over!

Gracie tucked in an envelope of

fibers, floss cards, and tapestry needles.

Have you visited her blog?   Go to

Needles Pins and Dragonflies ; )

Look what Annie added to the traveling pattern (envelope).

Her charming bunny post is HERE.   Another wonderful blog!

And, here are more textiles!   Bea (Canada) tucked in the

lovely heart charms.   Not sure who added the awesome fibers!

When I was reading Lee's blog post, she said she traced

the traveling bunny from America to England.   Back to America.

After a few stitchers, went to Annette (California Stitcher) to 

Bea in Canada, and to New Zealand.    

Before I received the pattern, it had been in the hands of

Anne and Gracie --- this week, when I finish my bunny

I will send it along to Cucki in South Africa

who will send it to Kaye in Australia!!!

Stay tuned .....

keeping the cats off the furniture ....

Nikki sitting on the back of the couch ....

Mr. Katt aka Simon on the back of the love seat ...

Honey Bunny sunning under the desk lamp.

using the box to my HK mug to rest her chin!

And, some good news via my e-mail ... I'm next in line for the traveling pattern,

Bent Creek's (The Littles) Bunny.   

It is coming from Annie - you can see what she did

with her stitched bunny HERE.    You may recall the pattern from

Lee's blog -- her post Much Traveled Bunny.   

I'll post when I have it stitched + I understand

there are two more stitchers in line for the pattern.   

Enjoy the day - stitch well.

Free Pattern - link here

Bent Creek

Oh, Karol, you know me too well!

This is my Bent Creek WIP - I think called Autumn Row

I liked the pattern the second I saw it stitched up - autumn colors, birds, pumpkins, and an awesome ALPHABET.

Did you notice the Autism Speaks scissor fob? I ordered it when our EGA Chapter, Needle Artisans (NANI), had a workshop with the needlepoint canvas piece. Looks like they are still available if your scissors would like to have one on ...

This is a Bent Creek FREEBIE, I stitched awhile back:

. It is called One Dozen, c.1996. It was a delight to stitch. The tree, sun, bird motifs would be wonderful on the cover of a small needlebook (IMO).

Do you see my new pattern? Thx Karol for passing along your alphabet patterns. The Bent Creek Stitching Row

looks like a fun stitch!

She also passed along, Bent Creek's Seasonal Sampler, which you can see all stitched up on This Post.

Many thx!

Bent Creek WIP & Alex's Crabbies

Managed a few stitches:Autumn Rowc.2000 Bent Creek- - - - - - - - - -Our son, Alexander, has a few hermit crabs. He took these pictures.
Now that the season has changed, the humidity was becoming an issue for his pets. Even with a heater under the habitat, the humidity wasn't high enough. Alex tried to put rocks, sand, distilled water in the habitat. The problem was that all the sand was damp all the time. Spent some time re-thinking the habitat & changed from this:
To This:I found an old tray & put brand new, special sand inside. That way, the rocks and water stay clean -- the sand stays dry -- and the humidity so far is constant. Should be easier to clean, too. Just need to take out the sand tray, wash the gravel & put in fresh distilled water. I think there are five in the habitat -- at night, they like to go under the piece of wood (tunnel).

La D Da & Bent Creek WIPs

Wool & FlaxLa-D-Da Workshop ProjectWith more fiber in hand (thx to Sue D), I restarted this lovely pin safe. Now, using two strands of Elegant Eggplant belle soie silk, Crescent Colors. IMO - looks rich with two strands of silk. Originally, I started with one strand of silk & once I looked around at other stitcher projects - decided I liked 2 strands much better.I will be adding in some of the red-pink floral motif tonight. I don't remember the name of that silk color.
Autumn Rowc.2000 Bent CreekThx to Cathy (founder of the Thread Heads) for this fabulous Autumn Pattern. After consulting with Deb L., I changed some of the suggested over dye colors - I think I've got the right ones picked out.I cannot resist an interesting alphabet - with the birds & pumpkins, this one is so charming!

My Lake Co Fair Results, Part 2

Stay tuned ... more tomorrowThe Black CatDesigned by Marsha Worley & Elizabeth NewlinThe Bent Creek c. 1999
Design Size: 41x57. Stitched with DMC cotton floss #3853/3854; 3726; 310/3371; 926; 839; 3790 on 32-ct Twilight Blue Linen. Finished with SJdesigns - #1802 size 14 beads.

Scissor Fob - stitched on both sides:Little TreeLa-D-Da freebie
Design Size: 31H x 35W. Stitched with Week's Dye Works Pecan & Pea Coat on 40-ct linen. Stitched over one thread. Dovo Scissors .

Bunny Scissor Weightc.2001 Twisted Threads & Ruth A. Sparrow
Design size: 58W x 50H. Stitched with Week's Dye Works Onyx & Pecan on 40-count linen. Cord made with Pea Coat & Onyx.

Beaded Buttonby Judy Hendrix c.2001
I participated in a workshop, sponsored by NANI, and have been creating these charming button pins for a couple years. I used mill hill beads to embellish this plastic button. btw-Judy Hendrix is an excellent teacher!! There are on-line instructions for beaded buttonsHERE on the Do it Yourself web site.

If you are interested in Beading, you may enjoy checking out Beading Daily a wonderful on-line magazine. Topics, patterns, tips, etc.

Tea Cup Pulled Thread SamplerDesigned by Michelle Perry & Mylinda Canefor the Needle Artisans of Northwest Indiana State Day 1998
This was my first State Day & first Pulled Thread project. I used #10 DMC Cebelia -white & Trebizond Silk -Rose pink, on 19-count white cork linen. I was sorting thru my stash & unearthed the sampler -- decided to fix the teacup outline [top of sampler] and take it in for a frame.