Buttons!!! Giveaways!!!

Many thx to Marjorie for selecting my name for her Button Giveaway. I love buttons. I just do.In addition to the bag of buttons - which are just too numerous to describe, and for most - too boring to read about, she sent an angel pattern. Not just any angel, an angel with buttons sewn on to the wings. Just too cute.The pattern is called Stitcher's Angel by Pamela D. Pabst. c 1992 Pamela D. Pabst Don't miss out on the One World - One Heart blog! The number of participants is nearing 700 bloggers with giveaways on each blog! I have a giveaway on my Stitches of Life II blog. If I can finish a little 'something' -- I might have a giveaway here on this blog by the weekend. I was asked about some of the embellishing on my Inner Child Doll, and tried to take close-up photos (as always, click to enlarge):I added the charms after the doll was stuffed & closed.

An Award ... 600+ Giveaways

Thx Karol for this award, I am supposed to list 5 addictions and 5 fabby friends.
As for FIVE addictions, off the top of my head they are:
1) Keeping my family happy
2) SoyJoy Bars
3) Texting / Blackberry
4) Reading
5) Textiles
I couldn't select just five -- Hello to all my Fabby Friends ... you all know who you are.
Have you been following the One World - One Heart Blog? There are 600+ bloggers (last time I checked) with giveaways on their blogs. I think bloggers can still join in on the giveaway fun! Have you ever seen such generous artists? While browsing the blogs, I've enjoyed etsy shops, been inspired to try new things, and met new bloggie pals. The giveaways end February 10th or 11th. Enter by commenting. Don't miss out : )

Misc ...

I finished my Inner Child Doll, and have plans to make more -- now that I know the basics! I pulled out my knitting spools & used up some crewl yarn left overs. More on spools HEREBefore I'm asked, no, I don't knit with real needles - or crochet. My Mother-in-Law gave me a container of crochet hooks & I use them once in awhile for needlework - - - - - - - This Crib Quilt was made by our friend Juanita H.My Mom bought it from her & gave it to DH & I for ChristmasI told my Mom that I would save it in the cedar chest until one of our children marries & starts a family of their own.It looks like a stamped design - Juanita did the cross stitch & then quilted the border. She added binding and a beautiful cotton back. Juanita is probably my Mom's age (in her 80's) and our families spent a lot of time together while I lived at home.

It is a Dog's World

Having Andrew Wyeth's dog prints on my mind, I checked out an audiobook about a young teen & his dogs:I had heard many things about the novel & took it with me on my Thursday Road Trip to Lexington, KY (and back). I am nearing the end of the book now. I am still recovering from all the driving I managed in one day.
- - - - - - - - - NelThis is probably my second favourite -- Andrew Wyeth (IMO) had painted some beautiful nature & dog pictures.
We bought this book. DH always thought Helga looked like my sister! I have enjoyed reading thru it & viewing all the pictures. This was another painting DH liked (it is in the book):
The Ides of March, 1974
Thanks for sending e-mails & sharing your thoughts on this great artist. It must have been great to see an exhibition of the real paintings & drawings.Master BedroomThis is our print. When you walk into the bedroom, it is on the opposite wall. It is under glass, double mat.

Live with a song ...

... in your heart. I think I have embellished enough. What do you think? Next, I'll roll the edges, stitch -- add the lavender & close. Last -- There is a flower & leaf to add near the top -- and, hands & feet to add ... We were happy that GF, Mel, visited the bead shop (during the doll class) over her lunch hour. So, Melody, what do you think? Improved since the last time you saw it? Did you see Karol's doll? She finished over the week-end. Thx in advance to GF, Debbie L, who phoned. She was organizing her stash and came accross a couple doll & toy making books. Wanted to know if I could use them. Who me? Of course!!! I appreciate you thinking of me!