first 2 finishes of February

 The Prarie schooler

This piece was done over 1 on 28 ct linen

Inspired by my sisters dog Mongo, I call

him Moo.  He keeps  me busy and thinks I

moved in as his own personal entertainer.  

He brings brings me joy and gives me lots

of love.  Pets are special aren't they?

They all have their own  personality. 

LHN.  I adore this gingerbread man.

I changed  the colors around.  once I finished

stitching,  I gave it  antique highlights.

This is out of the box for  me, it gives the

piece a rustic feel.   I like the red border, more

of a Christmas feel.

 Moo and me in October,  he looks super happy.

Happy Valentines day to everyone.

Time goes so fast.

Blessings to everyone.

last post for January 2016

January was a busy stitching month.

I am getting  more strength each day

From the Prarie schooler book 48

Sunflowers are one of my favorite

flowers.  I did this on 32 ct. over one.

this mini stitch is really pretty.

This prairie schooler santa is

from book 51.  stitched on 32ct

Barnwood linen.

Noel by trail creek farm

I couldn't get a great picture to

capture the sparkle linen.

Pattern by Lizzie kate

To display this piece I wanted it

to be more portable.  I attached it to

a piece of wood.

This is a new display I purchased.

it will be great to swith different

pieces for seasons coming up.

My friend Peggy who went home to

heaven last fall stithed this piece.

I finished it.  it was a challenge.

There was no template.  a very pretty

piece by Homespun elegance.

My display on my dresser.

This prairie schooler santa is from book

48.  I left off the welcome.  As you can see I

chaneed the patterns a little.  can you see the crystals?

I have been drawn to the Prarie schooler patterns lately.

It's the simplicity of stitching them.

A lot of pieces in one post.  I usually post 

a couple of pieces at a time.

Into February we go.

happy stitching everyone.

new pieces completed

Prairie schooler  church.

This was made for Carol at Stitchingdreams.

We both share a January birthday.

This was done over one.  A tiny treasure.

 A prairie schooler santa.

My favorite flowers are sunflowers and pansies.

He can sit in a basket or be hung.

I had great joy stitching this piece.

 A special gift for someone.

A dog lover we both are.

The fabric such a perfect match.

 This is a needlepunch done by my friend

Peggy who went home to heavenin the fall.

I finished it into an ornament and hangs

above  my work desk.  It a beautiful piece.

I hope she approves.

4 mores pieces done, two are gifts.

I stitch way more in the winter then

the warmer months.  I have enjoyed watching 

Downton Abbey again each Sunday night.  

Happy stitching

3 Christmas ornaments finished

 Lizzie kate tiny tidings 

This ornament is cuter then I thought it

would be.  

 I start to lay out the finishing pieces and

constantly  changing my mind.

Different fabrics, different trimmings.

 also from tiny tidings

 prairie schooler.

Looking to finish 24 ornaments this year for a tree display

my first finishes of the year

 Pattern by Lizzie kate

I have done the snowman in the past

and really missed his smile.  I could not

find the same finishing fabric as before.  It

was done in pink.  It amazes me how a finish

on a stitched piece changes  the look.

Multi layered finish.  He is jolly.  He

hangs above my computer with others

to make me smile each day.

 This pattern also by Lizzie kate.

  I hope everyone is off to a great new year.

I am a huge snoopy fan and I declare this will

be my best year.  

Happy stitching everyone.

A new year and a birthday

 A great gift from Carol at stitching dreams.

The bunny sits on my dresser.

beautiful stitching accessories.

Thank you Carol,  yoor gifts always make 

me smile.

   my first flour less chocolate cake.

it was so good.  I haven't had sugar since

August.  A much needed treat.

 My sister , my brother in law John and my

nephew spoiled me.  Along with so many family

members and friends who went out of their

way to make me feel special.

I am a huge snoopy fan.  This year was a banner year.

The snoopy movie did wonders for snoopy merchandise.

I spent  my birthday shopping.   Bargains to my delight.

2 pairs of jeans and 8 shirts for under 100 dollars.

I usually shop on new years day.  A perfect way to spend

my birthday and start the new year. 

Happy New Year

 As I reflect on the past year, my 50th, I

am thankful to be here.  It really was the best

and worst year rolled into one.  January 2015 I was

in NYC, and saw my two daughters and best

friends.  Had a work celebration with my son

Chris in Fla,   and a great summer vacation with my

nephew Ryan in Myrtle Beach.   I will focus

on the good and not the health challenges  from

mold.  The outreach from people around the world

from the stitching community is something I will

never forget.  Although I am not where I want

to be,  I am thankful I am not where I was in

September.  My happiest moment of the year

was seeing the Lion King in Manhattan with my

two best friends.  A great 50th celebration.

 I was blessed with receiving a whole box

of stash from my friend Peggy who

passed away in the fall.  I finished the 4th house.

This piece started by Peggy  will be finished

by me.   I am sure she is smiling from heaven.

 My 50th year.

A new year and a new beginning.

May everyone have a blessed new year.

Merry Christmas

Merry Christmas to all.

My sister Carol's Christmas tree.  it's nice

to see some of the ornaments I made from years past.

for her on  her tree.

My children on thanksgiving day.  They are

all out on their own.  Miss you all.

Thank you to everyone who reached out

to me during the year.  So many touched

my heart around the world.

thank you Jesus for dying for all of us.

Amen.