My 2007 Porter Co Fair Results - Part One

Country Gardenc.2004 Blackbird DesignsDesigned by Alma Allen
Stitched with WDW Camellia, Cocoa, Schneckley, Angel Hair -- GAST Dried Thyme on 32ct Sand Belfast Linen. 65wx71h.
Comments by Judge: Pretty. Delicate.

Betsy's Butterflyc.2000 Elizabeth's Designs (Little Leaf) KitDesigned by Elizabeth Foster
Stitched with pc#8-758; pc#12-3743; MH beads 02001; Substituted the 'Spanish Moss' Needle Necessities with Week's Dye Works Dried Sage (b/c of the linen color); cotton floss as suggested. Charm included with kit. 50x50. Used craft-seed 11/0 beads, crystal peach, from Hobby Lobby on the outside edge. Stitched on 28 ct champagne linen.
Comments by Judge: Cute & nicely stuffed. Nice stitches. Clever use of beads.


Herb Gardenc.2004 Little House NeedleworksDesigned and written by Diane Williams
Stitched with dmc floss on 28 ct lilac cashel linen per pattern.
Comments by Judge: Cute! Cute verse - good job on cross stitch - nice frame.

"Right Bird" Block finished

This is "Right Bird" 35x36. I want to stitch "Left Bird" 35x36 next! LOL. There are 18 block to stitch & I have stitched five.

NEW LIST: I'm considering a new list for my stitching hobby. No, it isn't the oldest WIP in the closet ... I'm thinking to look at WHICH kits + projects cost me the most $$$ and focus on those.

It is three degrees with wind chills ... the boys have early dismissal at school. Then, we run errands. How boring!! DH is planning some days off work, too. Not sure if I'll get any stitching accomplished.


Judy asked me about my doll, Sarah [in the picture]. It is made by Merry Makers, Inc.. I have had Sara several years. Sarah was gift from my SIL, purchased during her trip to Williamsburg, VA.

A year later, My MIL bought me a Betsey doll from Colonial Williamsburg Marketplace mail order catalog, and web site. After a few years, my MIL saw to it that I had them all : )

The collection of dolls are still available. Margaret; Eve; William; Betsey; and Sarah
Picture from web site:

Country Garden

This is the first project I finished stitching in 2007 -- and the answer to SBQ

Country Garden, Blackbird Designs, c.2004, Designed by Alma Allen



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Today's SBQ is: Have you had a happy dance yet this year? If so, tell us about it! (Or just point to the entry that talks about it.) If not, when do you predict it will be?The permalink to this post is Renée's Blog

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"Stitched with Love and Cat Hair"

ANSWER: Country Garden

Some stitching accomplished ...

Had lots to do yesterday; however, did manage to finish the border. I would like to get this stitched up today.

To respond to questions: Thanx for all the comments & questions. I seem to be getting more e-mails lately as blogger comment section is iffy at times. I, too, have had times when I couldn't leave comments. (sigh) I am using 32-count sand belfast linen. I changed one of the suggested over-dye fibers. Other than that, I'm using what the pattern calls for. I want to make this into a smallish pillow. The pink over dye fiber is delightful!!!

If you have not visited Monique's blog ... run right over there for some kewl & exciting stitchie-sort of news.

It continues to snow ... lightly. Maybe we will just have more flurries this afternoon.

switched projects

This is Country Garden by Blackbird Designs. c.2004. 65W x 71H

still more to stitch ...

Country Garden c.2004 Blackbird Designs.

Suggested Fibers are: Week's Dye Works: Cocoa, Camelia, & Schneckley. GASampler Threads: Dried Thyme & Straw Basket. I switched the Straw Basket to WDW Angel Hair.

Country Garden WIP

Country Garden by Blackbird Designs was my MIOM* project. I'm using Week's Dye Works & Sampler Threads on 32ct Sand Belfast Linen. The stitch count is 65W x 71H.

I first noticed this project on Chelle's Blog (post dated 21 July 2005). Chelle stitched this TWICE! It is a fun, hard-to-put-down project :D

Thank you Karenv for your linen suggestions. I have double checked my stash & found a linen that might work with the Week's Dye Works - Curry. I think your 'dirty linen' would be an excellent choice for the pear.

*Move It Out Monday