Easter Bird finished

Pattern by Heart in Hand
This was done on linen. I have
been working on a lot of other
pieces. I haven't had the time
to finish them off. I am also
working a bigger piece for the fall.
Since I really want different piece
for other holidays I have been focusing
on them.

Happy Valentines Day

Happy Valentines Day
I came home from work and found a dozen
roses in my room. My favorite colors yellow and
pink. My kids bought the flowers. I cried. I
have never received flowers from them before.
I was shocked and never in a million years expected
anything. What a sweet surprise. I made goodies
bags for each kids. I like leaving a little treat.
Surprises are good.

Ride A Bike

The is such a cute pattern. By Lizzie Kate
Both my daughter and I love bike Riding.
When I saw this pattern I knew I was going
to do it. My daughters birthday is in March.
On the pattern the bike rider had brown hair.
I changed it to a Blondish type color. The
back of the fabric is so great, bicycles.
I went to the City Quilter in NYC today. My
daughter had an exhibition at her school.
It was brutal cold out today. The quilt store
is only two blocks from the school. I had
to make a stop there. I picked up the fabrics
you see and a cute pair of scissors. I did
not go to all of my favorite ribbon places
because it was just to cold to walk the city.
I have a bunch of pieces I have to finish.
My kids took my see through rulers, both of
them, so I had to make a trip to Joann's
to get a new one. I haven't been able to
finish my projects without it. I had
a 20% off coupon, so that helped. Is it spring
Yet?

Two finishes

Two finishes. I started a stocking for my
son a couple of years ago. I decided to
finish the piece differently. I made a
pillow with his name and made the other
portion into an ornament. The detail in
the ornament is so pretty. I knew I wouldn't
finish the stocking and sometimes we
just have to use a little creativity. Not the
first time I have done this. The last
picture is my Dog Boomer. She is outside
the door waiting to come in. We have had
so much snow. I don't ever remember having
a winter with this much snow.

I started a new blog for coupon trading

I have started a new blog for coupon trading.
I searched the web and there really isn't any
good sites to trade some coupons. Not everyone
uses the same items and trading would be a
great idea. It only takes a couple of people to
get some good trades. Please click here to
see the new blog.

4th of july pillow ornament

This is a pillow ornament I made
for the 4th of July. I do not have
any other holiday stitching for
decor other then christmas. Only
a few pieces. This year I decided to
work on a lot of other holiday designs.
Pattern by Lizzie Kate.

Reindeer Exchange Rcvd.

Reindeer Exchange Received.
The was made by Carol S. from
our HOE Exchange. We both
picked a pattern from Daffy Cat.
We almost picked the same pattern.
What a pretty ornament, I have to
added to my collection. Thank you
Carol.

Snowman ornie

The pattern is by Lizze Kate.
The snowman is so cute. I
really enjoyed working on this one.
This was done a a sparkle dyed
linen. I tweeked the pattern a
little. This was made into a
pillow ornament.

Mistletoe Reindeer - Ornament

Pattern by Sharon Bennett aka It's DaffyCat.
This is my first beaded trim. I must say
it is very pretty. It is a time consuming
project. This was made for a
Reindeer exchange. I adore the design.
Here is the best part, this is a Freebie.
If you would like a copy click here.
If you need instructions on how to
finish a beaded item, Staci has great
instructions at Snippets and Stash.
Click here for instructions. I will have
to make one for myself since this will
be sent to an exchange partner.

a collage of some memories of 2010

some memories from 2010

A birthday gift

A very nice gift received from my blog
stitching friend. Carol sent a great kit
along with DMC threads, some fabric, and
finishing materials. Thank you so much
Carol for thinking of me on my birthday.
If you have not visited her blog stitching
Dreams, please visit her blog here.

My first finish of 2011

This is the first finish of 2011. The pattern
is by LHN - Sunflower. Sunflowers are
one of my favorite flowers. I made this
into a small pillow. The fabric to finish is
very pretty and has different flowers with
sunflowers included. I have been going
through many trials and I needed a
ray of sunshine. This makes you smile.
I look forward to spring and summer.

My sisters 1st cross stitch ever

My sister finished her first ever cross stitch
today. Another great birthday present for me.
Welcome to cross stitch Carol. Didn't she do a
great job? The picture was from a cell phone.
The picture come out pretty good.

Happy New Year

My last post of the year. I want to thank all of my
followers and stitching friends who visit my blog. I
cannot put into words how much encouragement and
joy I get from each of you. I wish everyone a blessed
new year. I reflect on the past year of 2010, many
trials and many blessings. When I think of this year,
I will remember meeting my sister Carol in Chicago
and in NYC. It was the highlight of my year. I stitched
37 pieces this year, quite a challenge, I worked 2 jobs up
until August. My New Year's Resolution - it will be a
hard one. I will not be allowed to spend any money on
myself, - no clothes, jewelry, shoes, etc but, I will
allow myself to pick up any supplies I need for Stitching.
I have picked out many pieces already and have them
set to stitch. I will be using charts that I have. If I
do decide I just need a chart I will purchase it. People
may ask why I am doing this. I plan to move in a couple
of years and want to have as much cash as I can saved
to make the journey easier. I have no idea where the
lord will be taking me, but I trust god. I am allowing
myself to buy gifts for others, just not for myself. I
am a giver at heart. I can honestly say I need nothing.
Can I do this, we will see. I will still be taking
vacations etc, just not buying any stuff. I will try
to save as much as I can. I did not set a stitching
goal. It is a hobby I enjoy and I did not want to put
any stress on myself. I get enough of that from work.
I do have some great charts picked out and projects
to do. I will be focusing on other holidays to stitch for.
I have no easter, fourth of july, and only one
thanksgiving piece. I have tons of christmas pieces,
it is my favorite holiday. I will also be working on a
lot of freebie charts, so stay posted for a great year.
If you have not signed up for the giveaway, scroll down
and join the fun. The giveaway will be on New Year's Day-
my Birthday. The picture of the lollipops above was
taken at the Chocolate show in NYC in November.
I love Chocolate. Happy New Year Everyone.

A White Christmas

I hope everyone had a blessed christmas. Lots of
snow today. The picture is myself and my kids
in front of my house. Top left is my son Chris,
Top right is my daughter Alyssa, bottom left is
my Daughter Amanda, and bottom right is me,
Cindy with the hat on. The kids wanted to
go to the mall and spend some christmas Cash.
Really not to crowded, the snow must have
kept the shoppers away. The roads were really
bad and it was only 3:30 in the afternoon. If
you didn't join the new year's giveaway, please
join, scroll down for your chance to win.

The most Amazing christmas gift

Today I came home from work and had a
package waiting for me. Like a kid at
christmas, I couldn't wait to open it. My
stitching friend Carol - at Stitching Dreams,
sent these amazing goodies. The snowman
ornament is just beautiful. I adore the finishing.
All the others goodies are so sweet. I can't wait
to use the fabrics. If you have never been to her
blog, please visit her. She does amazing work and
really has a gift for telling a story. I thank you
from the bottom of my heart Carol. It will be
treasured and it is already hanging on my tree.