Still stitching.....

This week I finished another little biscornu in lovely summery colours.  The fabric is from Polstitches  http://www.polstitchesdesigns.co.uk/  a lovely soft hand-dyed evenweave, threads were DMC. These are so addictive, I think I shall be making lots more.  Take a look here for some free patterns  http://www.theflossboxfreebies.com/free-patterns/free-cross-stitch-patterns  ... ummm which one do I stitch next.  May have a go at a 15-sided one... now that would be a challenge!
 

 

I love this sweet welcome design with the sheep, stitching is nearly finished, then I will make into a pillow.

 lol... a couple of legless sheep!   Don't worry they will have legs soon, the fabric is pure linen and it's taking me a while to get the feel of it.  Think I prefer evenweave.

Happy stitching!

Mail arrived!

I had two packages in the mail yesterday............. first a gorgeous package from Mouse of Friendly Stitchers.  I won fourth prize in the Mid-Summer Show and Tell comp.  (ok, so there were only 4 entered..lol).  But I feel I won first prize, cos inside were some beautiful threads and cute scissors.    I am so looking forward to stitching with them especially the silk, they are yummy colours too!   Scissors are like fabric and floss... you can never have too many.  take a look...

Oh! and my second package was my Kindle......... I've wanted one for ages and finally did it!  So far  I'm very impressed with it, so easy to use.   No photo, but I'm sure you all know what they look like....  everyone seemed to have one but me!

DH and I went off in the motorhome to Rendlesham Forest in Suffolk last week, only for 3 nights but it was a welcome break.     http://www.forestry.gov.uk/rendlesham    After a lovely day walking the forest trails it was good to sit and stitch in the evening sunshine.  Here's a little Christmas heart I finished stitching....   

   the chart was a freebie I found on a french blog, can't see which one at the moment but will add when I find it again. ( http://gazette94.blogspot.com/   thanks Mouse)  Not sure how I'm going to finish it off,  maybe a pillow or hanging... any suggestions most welcome

happy stitching

Look what's in my greenhouse!

I have this small greenhouse where I try and grow plants from seed for my garden.  This year I decided to try some tomatoes and chilli peppers............ and wow they are looking good!

to this in July!

from this in April .................

A little organising of stash

 I decided a re-organisation of my thread stash was badly needed as I just toss skeins in this old tin and ...... well it's a mess!  So here's the result of my evening's work, not ideal but a lot better.  I can at least see what colours I have now, but there's room for more floss of course!

The before and after photos............ much neater don't you think?

 

                            ummm.... should have a go at my fabric stash now!

I'm back

Oh! my,  it's nearly a year since my last post, I could say 'life got in the way', I've been busy etc..etc... but the truth is I'm not a very methodical person and do things as and when! so please forgive me for my bad blogging habit!

so I thought a good old re-vamp would  give me a bit of a kick ....  new template, new title, a fresh start!

 
I've added cross-stitch to my list of crafts, a good many years ago I stitched a few pieces but I now want to try my hand at a sampler.  A lovely old style, perhaps in red.... just looking at charts trying to find  one that inspires me.   In the meantime I have been practising on biscornu pincushions, and a needle book.
 

Summer now....... where have I been!

I can't believe it has been so long since I posted..... I'm really bad at this blogging! 
To update, its now Summer!  and here are a few flowers out now in my garden.  Never did get those sunflowers or climbing beans planted.  Still always next year ........

The garden is looking a bit neglected as we're been away down to Cornwall and at the Norfolk coast, making the most of this lovely summer weather.   I've also been busy making bags and a couple of dolls, which I will show in my next post.

Spring has arrived at last!

It was a beautiful day yesterday and I couldn't settle into any needlework so I took my camera out into the garden.  I was really surprised how many flowers I had to capture.  More to come I hope, well there maybe, if I get my act together and plant the sunflower and morning glory seeds I have waiting.  I'm going to try some climbing french beans too! 
Must try and get motivated into finishing some of my UFO's.  I get so easily side-tracked ...... then another new project gets started.  Still, I have got my Snickerdoodle Dreams bag swap off across the pond, was really pleased with the way it turned out.  Can't show yet, have to wait til I know it has arrived, but with the 7 days of no flights I expect there will be some back-log to clear so it may take longer then usual.  Fingers crossed and wish it a speedy journey.

All Hearts!

All hearts!  I've been on a roll with these, lavendar hearts.  They are so easy and fun to make, I like things that are quick to do as I soon get bored!!   Think they may be good for a craft show... if ever I get round to doing one!  Got more ideas for them too, but first I want to finish off a few more of those UFO's...... like a fairy, Christmas stitchery, a prim Annie and Andy, the list goes on... and on....

 

Let me know what you think of my hearts    

Update on Betty Boo

I've been trying to get Betty Boo finished, nearly there........ so here is an update on how far I have got.  The head is not stitched on yet, hair needs a little more styling and her dress needs a skirt.  The red net covering her up is going to cover her shoulders and arms, and maybe an underskirt too!  Shall I get her finished by 31st March ?  ....ummmmm not sure, but I'll try.  I've so much other stuff waiting ......... watch this space

King of Hearts and The Old Hag

I can now show what I made for my partner in our latest swap at 'All Things Prim'. The King of Hearts, he was so much fun to make and I am pleased to say he arrived in the USA safe and sound. Best of all, Kristine loves him! I was a little worried about that as Kristine makes such brilliant stuff and can turn her hand to anything crafty.

Look what Kristine of Kitchn'sink Studio, (link on right under blogs) made for me.... awesome.... she is Hunchback Hag with her caged canary, or Old Aunt Zula as Kristine named her. I adore her, shes just my kinda gal! Don't you just love that face.....