Vikki's Coffee Tawk

New Stuff

2011-08-25T21:51:00.000-07:00

I made a bunch of fobs and earrings. I now have FROGS! Along with some bunnies, skeletons, witches and pumpkins (some are glass and too cute). I uploaded all to here: StitchNButton Webshots

Threw in some pics as a preview

Progress on Summer

2011-08-14T00:24:00.000-07:00

I am part of a Summer SAL and decided to stitch up Summer by Vee and Co. I started this one in the Winter because I was sick of snow and ice. Picked up again a couple of weeks ago and made some good headway on it so far. Here is a progress pic.

You can see the chart pic on Virginia's site here:

Vee and Co - summer charts

And a progress pic

2011-08-10T22:33:00.001-07:00

I told ya I've been stitching :) those top right leaves are the very edges of the pillow. Now I'm making my way down the side.

A little idea I came up with

2011-08-10T20:16:00.000-07:00

There are a billion color changes in Lemons Limes and more. I originally bought one of those needle minders that have the cardboard insert to draw the symbol and then stick the needle in the sponge part. Well that would have been great but I didn't buy the case for it and the needles kept falling out and poking thru the project bag. I finally came up with an idea! I pulled out a piece of aida that has been in my stash for about 10 yrs now. Drew grid lines on it and then inside the boxes drew the symbols so I could park my needles accordingly. At first I just put the needles and left the threads dangle but then the needles would get caught up with the threads and drive me nuts. I finally decided to wrap the threads around the needles and it is working much better. I can use this over again by just crossing out the symbol and writing the new on next to it. Now I can just roll it up and throw it into the project bag :)

Lemons Limes and More update

2011-07-19T00:08:00.001-07:00

Haven't stitched on this for about two months now and decided to pull it out and show it some love. It is coming along nicely :)

Christmas word tree by M Designs

2011-07-18T12:41:00.001-07:00

Finished this one on 7/16 and just ironed it today. I stitched it on 32ct Belfast Linen by Silkweaver...I think it was a solo cut. Thread is DMC Rayon S5744 (30744). I will be making the buttons to add on. Note on rayon: Bees wax works great to tame this beast rather than Thread Heaven. And use short lengths

2011-07-01T11:48:00.000-07:00

Went thrift shopping last week and found some treasures! Along with finding a few frames to frame some projects I found these two items.

First was this box. It is really cute and the picture can be removed and a small cross stitch project added. Only $1.00

Here is the inside.

I also found this beauty!!! After painting the fabric last week and ironing it after it dried I was on a mission to fine a "real" iron. This baby is by General Mills. It has to weigh about 7lbs and boy does it work! Comes with an iron stand but will still need something else under it so it doesn't burn surfaces. I used it last night and it removed all of the wrinkles that my wimpy new iron couldn't handle. Love it! Only $20.00

I'm still in search for more flower frogs.

handpainted napkins

2011-06-26T10:39:00.000-07:00

Before we tried the fabric we had some pink 36ct Irish linen napkins handy. The top one was Brazilnut and Yellow died. The brown was almost black but we were able to rinse enough out that the yellow came thru a bit. The bottom one is green and yellow. Now to find some charts to go with these fabrics!

hand painted fabric

2011-06-26T10:30:00.000-07:00

Here are the pieces that Gina and I painted at Vikki Clayton's Exhibit. We decided that since we have so many Halloween pieces that we want to stitch that we needed to go with that motif. We used white 18ct aida. I'm really happy with they way they turned out. Thanks again Vikki!

Made a little something

2011-06-25T22:18:00.001-07:00

while at Vikki Clayton's exhibit they had some flower frogs. A couple were chipped so I took one and covered it in clay. :)

ATTENTION PLEASE READ!!!

2011-06-13T20:45:00.000-07:00

In order to keep myself organized I have created a separate email for fobs etc sales. You can now email StitchNButton@gmail.com with any inquiries about purchasing my items. I will be moving all of my saved emails to that account and keep it exclusively for my crafts.

Thanks everyone for your support :)

Vikki

Been working on some clay things

2011-06-05T18:03:00.000-07:00

Here is some clay fresh out of the oven. These are from a couple of nights ago but I have more that I made last night and will make some fobs with them soon.

Pricing.....

2011-06-01T01:12:00.000-07:00

I have been getting some interest in the fobs and counters. (Thanks to all, it keeps me inspired)

Here is a list of prices:

Triple/Quad Scissor Fobs: $18.00

Double Scissor Fobs: $12.00

Single Scissor Fobs: $8.00

Zipper Pulls: $5.00

Counters: 2 for $5.00

Shipping would be an extra $2.00 (could be 50cents to $1.00 more if there are multiples sent depending on weight). Outside of the US would have to be determined according to location.

I will accept paypal payments via my email. For any that are interested leave a comment with your email. (I will not post the comment to the blog or share the email)

Still need to work on the clay. I will probably work on it Friday and Saturday and Monday since I have those days off. Stay tuned.....

Zipper pulls part II

2011-06-01T01:09:00.001-07:00

Tiger Eye Owl pull

Pink Flag Heart pull

Red Flower Cat pull

Pearl Stork Scissors Pull

How about some zipper pulls

2011-06-01T01:04:00.000-07:00

Blue Stork Scissors pull

Blue Owl pull

Blue Crystal Owl pull

Black and Silver Flag Heart pull

(other side says Made In USA)

Black and Pink Stork Scissors pull

A few more fobs

2011-06-01T01:01:00.000-07:00

Pearl Pink Double fob

Light Blue Owl fob

Black and Silver Owl fob

Lots O Fobs II

2011-05-30T00:58:00.000-07:00

Red and Yellow Fob

Tigereye Butterflies fob

Pink fob

Lavender Scissors Fob

Hematite and Silver fob

Green Glass fob

As you can see I have created a bunch more scissor fobs. I'm also toying with the idea of making zipper pulls, I have them on my purses and project bags. Your Comments and suggestions are welcome.

Lots O Fobs

2011-05-30T00:40:00.000-07:00

Green and Gold Leaves Fob

Green and Butterflies Fob

Blue Floral Fob

Goldstone Fob

Animals Fob

Stitch Counters II

2011-05-30T00:39:00.003-07:00

Put some more of these together tonight. Comments and Ideas always welcome.

Need some help

2011-05-24T20:49:00.000-07:00

here are some of the clay counters that I came up with and some easy buttons for this make it and take it booth. I'm trying to keep it simple and will pre-roll some canes for them to slice. I need some honest opinions and ideas please. I'm in a rut and stuck on beading instead of clay. HELP!!!!

More Fobs

2011-05-21T22:31:00.000-07:00

Some more fob. I think I'm going to make some zipper pulls next. I made some before and still have one on my purse.

more production....

2011-05-17T23:11:00.000-07:00

While I had the beads out for the stitch counters I decided to make up some scissor fobs with themes. I have been thinking about these for about a year now and figured it was a good time to put them together since the supplies were right there.

From top to bottom:

Sewing fob

Scrapbook fob

Cross Stitch fob

Celestial fob

Your feedback is appreciated!

Now in production....

2011-05-17T23:08:00.000-07:00

I'm hosting a make it and take it booth at Vikki Clayton's Exhibit next month. I decided to do stitch counters. Here are the mock-ups for the beaded counters.

I will also be doing clay counters and baking them while they shop. I will be making some mock-ups for those soon.

Let me know what you think!

March - Oakhaven SAL piece

2011-05-04T20:34:00.001-07:00

Just finished the March portion of the monthly SAL thru Oakhaven. Stitched this one on 28ct Irish Linen. Now to find some fabric for April.

Oakhaven SAL - February

2011-04-21T22:44:00.000-07:00

Finished February's up today. Very quick stitch and too cute. I stitched this one on 28ct Annabelle - potato

I'm off to kit up March now.

Ruth's Running Stitch is having a giveaway

2011-04-19T19:58:00.000-07:00

It is Ruth's birthday month and she is having a giveaway. Go wish her a happy day and enter for her drawing http://ruthsrunningstitch.blogspot.com/

The Lizzie Kate boxer sets are spoken for....

2011-04-16T20:27:00.000-07:00

both of these sets were swiped up quick. I have deleted the posts to lessen confusion. 5 trades remain and are listed below.

Trade 6 - Halloween Tree

2011-04-15T22:00:00.000-07:00

Wanna stitch this one? This is Halloween Tree by M Designs. I added my own buttons/flare to this one. This is the chart only in new condition. I'm asking for 3 skeins of DMC or Sullivans or 1 skein of GAST or WDW, your choice. If interested post your email here. First come, first serve.

Trade 3 - Christmas is Coming

2011-04-15T21:17:00.000-07:00

Wanna trade for this? This includes the chart and enough beads for the wreath. I also have the brown silks that came with the kit and think it should be enough for this small one. If interested post here with your email. I would like 3 skeins of DMC or Sullivans or 1 skein of GAST or WDW, your choice. First come, first serve.

Trade 2 - Bearing Fruits Santa

2011-04-15T21:14:00.001-07:00

Wanna trade for this? This is the chart only. I would like 3 skeins of DMC or Sullivans or 1 skein of GAST or WDW. Post here with your email. First come first serve.

Trade 1 - Creepy Crawly

2011-04-15T21:11:00.000-07:00

I have this chart for trade. It is just the chart, didn't have any left over threads. If your interested I would like 3 skeins of DMC or Sullivans or 1 skein of GAST or WDS, your choice. Post here with your email. First come first serve.

More finishes! (small but cute!)

2011-04-15T20:53:00.001-07:00

This one is Bearing Fruits Santa 1993 by Homespun Elegance. It was a kit given to me by my friend Diane (diadsie to some). She gave me 3 or 4 of these kits. This is the 3rd one I have finished. I just need to back it, stuff it and make the cording.

This one was another that I stitched in memory of my friend Rene (Grannyrusk). She loved small designs and Just Nan. This teeny one is called Creepy Crawly from the Just For Nan series by Charland Designs Inc. I finished it about a month ago but had to put clear nail polish on the charm so it wouldn't tarnish.

Monthly SAL by Oakhaven - January

2011-04-11T04:34:00.000-07:00

I stitch this little guy on Confederate Grey 28ct evenweave. He is part of a montly stitch along hosted by Tonya of Oakhaven Stitchery. You can check out her blog by searching for it here on blogspot and she also has a yahoo group.

Update on the citrus pillow

2011-04-05T23:23:00.000-07:00

Been working on Lemons Limes and More for the past couple of nights. I finally have a progress pic that will show some work.

Little Tribute finish

2011-03-06T00:25:00.001-08:00

I stitched this little one in memory of Rene Rusk. She loved small designs and also Just Nan. Missing her lots!

I CANT WAIT

2011-03-04T03:50:00.001-08:00

As you can see above, the days are counting down. I have been counting one day sooner than the counter since I will be flying to Ft. Lauderdale on Thurs and that is one day sooner of getting away from here!

I was debating on what stitching projects to take with me but when I looked in my project bag that I take to work I found that I have about 5 different small projects in there all ready! I will double check that all the fibers are there along with extra needles of course.

I'm over stressed and under pressure and really need this cruise!

Second one almost done!

2011-02-24T18:38:00.000-08:00

Here is Speedy and Betty. I lost my sister about 12 yrs ago. She loved Betty Boop and had a tattoo of her on her shin. She used to buy me Speedy Gonzalez things because my father's last name is Gonzalez. She also called me her Seeeester. I did this one for her. I forgot to bring her letter with the "Seeeester" signature so I will go back some time after my cruise and have that added to the bottom.

New tattoo OUCH!

2011-02-12T12:13:00.001-08:00

Had my anklet done last night. Boy did it hurt! My other one didn't hurt at all so I'm thinking that I had to play 2 fold for that lol

I have the male/female symbols for each kid, my eagles charm and 1/2 of a best friend charm.

I'm scheduled to get my other one in two weeks. This one will be on my calf and should be even 1/2 as bad as the ankle.

Brrr...Parts of my back deck.

2011-02-01T20:32:00.000-08:00

Nuff Said

2011-01-28T17:38:00.001-08:00

New Year's Challenge finished

2011-01-25T08:43:00.001-08:00

Did my annual New Year's Challenge with one of my xs groups. I purposely chose a small piece to make sure I would get it done. Here he is:

This is Snow by Little River. It was a freebie and barely fit on the towel (the bottom row didn't fit) I still think it turned out pretty cute.

One more done out of my "to be finished" box.

2011-01-16T16:59:00.000-08:00

I just finished framing this little guy tonight. I stitched it up last year and found this frame when shopping during a 1/2 off frame sale at Michaels. I like that the frame hangs by a ribbon :)

I'm on a roll

2010-12-26T05:52:00.000-08:00

When I was looking for the link for the last project posted I came across two cute ones that I printed and kitted quick. Who knew how quick....I just finished I'm Wicked in a little over an hour.

This one is by Stitches N Stones. It called for GAST, Crescent Colours, Carrie's Creation or DMC. Of course I went and chose my own and used Six Strand Sweets. I used Blackberry Cordial, Wintergreen, Guava, Lemonade, DMC white and black. It is stitched on 28ct evenweave. The pic doesn't show it so well but the fabric is a very light mint green.

I'm still not sure what I'm going to finish it as but I'm sure I will come up with something :)

A Tiny Finish

2010-12-22T15:45:00.001-08:00

I actually forgot I started this little guy. This one is by Vivian Bales. It was originally a freebie on http://www.stitchesnstones.com/ but I looked and it isn't there anymore. I found Vivian Bales' site: http://www.nn.dlpgraphics.ca/blog/

I stitched this on 18ct fiddler's cloth with DMC and threads by Free Spirit Designs (no longer in production). I mounted it on a piece of stiffened felt.

I really think this is perfect for the freezing weather righ now :)

Halloween all framed

2010-12-17T11:22:00.000-08:00

I waited for a sale at Michaels and had them frame Halloween. Even at 57% off it was still expensive. I think for now on I will have my boyfriend make the frames and I can stretch and frame them myself. If needed I can foot the bill for a nice mat where needed. Here is the pic :)

The Finished Finish

2010-12-12T21:10:00.000-08:00

I had my mother make my Contest Sampler into a wall hanging. Here is the final pic :)

Finished my contest sampler

2010-11-25T15:58:00.000-08:00

I finished the contest sampler by Wiehenburg Samplers. They will do the voting in December.

It will be finished as a wall hanging. I should have a picture of that tomorrow.

I used Vikki Clayton silks and GAST and some Kreinik. The butterfly bodies were done with DMC Perle and Kreinik.

And some more

2010-09-07T14:20:00.001-07:00

I'm really on a roll with this contest sampler. Here is another update pic :)

Update on Contest piece

2010-08-30T16:37:00.000-07:00

Been stitching while it is slow at work. Here is a progress pic :) I actually have a little more done but took the pic before I changed the position of the qsnaps. Stay tuned.....

Been Stitchin'!

2010-08-25T16:52:00.001-07:00

My friend Gina and I have been sitting out on the back deck and watching Stargate on my laptop since last week. This is a good thing cause if my laptop is playing movies I can't be stuck on facebook apps LOL I decided to pull out some stitching! Here are some progress pics.

This is Velcome by Lizzie Kate. Until the movie marathon only the head and bow of the ghost was done.

This is Picasso's Rooster by Lady Bug Lane. I'm doing this for my mom. I thought it was going to be a quick stitch but I think my confidence got the better of me on this one cause I keep on miscounting! Now I have to get some tape to get that faint blue line out because it was supposed to be yellow!

Have an orange or tangarine started on Lemons Limes and More by Vermillion! Also worked a bunch on the leaves.

Almost done Christmas Word Tree by M Designs. Just a few more letters to go.

A Stiching tip......Beeswax works better on Rayon, Thread Heaven works better on silk.

I also have been stitching on my Contest Sampler but have to take a pic at work tonight.

A small update

2010-07-26T02:01:00.000-07:00

I haven't done alot of stitching over the past few months but I finally got a little done in the past couple of weeks and even some tonight. I took pics so I can prove it :)

This is for a sampler contest by Wiehenburg Designs and is also affiliated with Bush Mountain Stichery. This is the center flower so far. The contest wants the piece to be finished by November and they give you the design and you get to choose the fabric and fibers to give it you own flare. I have decided to use Vikki Clayton Silks for the flowers and GAST for the stems. So far I like how it is turning out.

This is my progress on Christmas by M Designs. Before tonight I only had most of the S done and then sort of lost steam. I had the S all done and didn't like it because I used two strands of rayon and didn't like the way it looked bunched so I had to frog it gently (I can still see where some of the stitches were and will have to try to push the fabric back in to place later). I changed to 1 strand and instead of Thread Heaven I'm using a beeswax block that I bought from Bush Mountain Stitchery. I like the way the rayon is controlled with the beeswax. Thread Heaven was not working so well. I finished up the S, did the entire T and started the M, all while watching a "instant view" movie on Netflix. Movie was called Lightspeed and had Lee Majors in it. Don't bother it sort of sucked.

Winter Buddy is finished.

2010-03-09T20:50:00.000-08:00

I finished Winter Buddy by Waxing Moon. I stitched him on 28ct Permin Linen from Silkweaver.

In the spirit of the Spring that has begun to show here and there, I'm going to start Checkered Bunnies by M Designs. I bought the kit during my shopping spree at Bush Mountain last month.

Olympic Finish!

2010-02-25T00:15:00.000-08:00

I joined an Olympic Challenge going on at one of my yahoo groups. The goal was to start a project during the opening ceremonies and finish it before the closing ceremonies. I finished a few days early! I can't believe it lol

I chose Margarita by Glory Bee. I used a 32ct linen, mill hill beads and a worm button from Just Another Button Company (just wasn't in the mood to make one LOL)

I think I need one of these drinks right now!

A Blogversary Give Away!!

2010-02-21T20:41:00.000-08:00

Sarah aka Craftymoo is holding a blogversary giveaway at the link below. check it out!

http://craftymoo-sarah.blogspot.com/

Update

2010-02-19T02:08:00.001-08:00

Haven't stitched too much this week. I joined an Olympic Challenge with one of my groups. The challenge is to start a project during the Opening Ceremonies and finish before the Closing. I chose to do Margarita by Glory Bee. I have the glass finished except for the beads and started on the border. No update pic yet.

I did however take an update pic on another challenge that I joined. It was the New Year's Challenge. Just had to start a new project on New Year Day. I decided on Seasons by Vals Stitchin Stuff and here is a progress pic.

Finally received my laptop after UPS took an extra week to deliver and loving it so far!

Thought I would post some pics of my Saturday view.

2010-02-07T21:19:00.000-08:00

After the snow storm:

My back deck was blanketed with over 18 inches...there is a grill under there somewhere! There is also a mini van under all of that crap LOL

Help!

2010-02-06T20:24:00.000-08:00

I'm shopping and I can't stop. After the big stash haul from The Village Stitchery and Bush Mountain Stitchery I came home and posted my list to my xs groups. Today I shopped some more. I bought two pieces of fabric that I needed for two other projects from Silkweaver Fabrics and of course threw in a small one on sale because it was there. Then Gina went and joined one of the fabric of the month clubs with them. I came home from work and joined the Mini Fabric of the Month and then joined the varigated floss of the month from Vicki Clayton. OMG...someone steal my check card LOL

I forgot a couple!

2010-02-06T12:07:00.001-08:00

This is 4 Seasons Square by Sandman Originals. I finished this back in 2003 and it called for buttons but I decided to use charms instead.

I did this freebie to practice different stitches. It called for a frosted Dove treasure but I opted for the dragonfly charm instead :)

And this last one is just for Eye Candy!

2010-02-06T11:28:00.000-08:00

For all of us that are huddling "under the desk". I brought some entertainment!

Oh but I have more!

2010-02-06T11:23:00.001-08:00

Wise Men Came by Shepherd's Bush. I couldn't see putting out $10 for a charm so I found another that was comparable.

This tree came to me as a result of a defunct round robin exchange (the last one I ever joined). It was plain so I jazzed it up with some charms.

And some more stitching pics.

2010-02-06T11:20:00.001-08:00

Here is Halloween by M Designs. I used fabric from Silkweaver and thread from Six Strand Sweets. The witch hat, candy corns and jack o lantern pumpkins were made by me. The bats, cat and stars are from Just Another Button Company and the others are plastic that I picked up along my travels. Now to get it framed.

And now for some stitchy photos!

2010-02-06T11:17:00.001-08:00

Here are the Lizzie Kate Boxers from her 2006 series. I'm thinking a quilted wall hanging maybe?

Always into something!

2010-02-06T11:12:00.000-08:00

Can't leave the cabinet open for a minute! This is Cali and I think she was looking for the catnip (it was on the other side) You should have seen the fight she gave me to get out of there LOL

Some updates

2010-01-31T11:35:00.000-08:00

Even if I haven't been blogging I have been stitching a bit. I finished my boxer set by Lizzie Kate but need to iron them so I can take a pic. I also finished the Shepherd's Bush ornament "Wisemen Came" but need to iron and add the charm so I can take a pic. I have two update pictures to post. I have been working on Lemons Limes and More and also on Midi! I don't have anything pressing to do today so I'm going to putz around the house and am trying to talk myself into daring the freezing cold to go buy some thread heaven. I can't find mine and went to the Micheal's near work last week but they didn't have it. I really need it to do Midi's wings and have some other projects that use rayon and I won't even touch rayon without the Thread Heaven....I'm just not into self torture LOL

I started Seasons by Val's Stitchin Stuff for my New Years project thru 2MuchXS and also started Winter by Waxing Moon.

I also made and sold some buttons so that prompted me to update my clay on webshots and make a "For Sale" folder. All the sizes and prices are in the description.

http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/album/576488672fovoqg

Oh and for those that didn't hear...... I WON A CRUISE!

I work for Rite Aid and they have a contest going on right now called The Game of Life. I entered the game pieces (about 7 of them) and they drew my name in the weekly drawing! I couldn't believe it. It is a 7 day Carnival cruise for 2. They provide $1200 for airfare to my port of choice and cover the taxes and gratuities. I have decided to fly to San Juan, Puerto Rico and take the Eastern Carribean cruise. I want to go in the winter and don't have a passport yet. Since it takes about 2 months to get a passport I have decided to wait until Jan/Feb 2011. This way I can save money, lose weight and shop for clothes. :)

Blogoversary Giveaway!

2009-11-19T23:30:00.000-08:00

Robin is having a Blogoversary giveaway.

Check out her blog: Stitchingwitch

I'm on a roll!

2009-11-13T11:03:00.000-08:00

Have another quick finish. This one is called Oct 31 by Oakhaven designs. I used buttons from some place like Micheals or AC Moore. I bought the charm at http://www.acharmingplace.com/

I used 14ct charcoal adia and used fibers by Stellar Fibers http://home.earthlink.net/~stellarfibers/fibers.html

A quick finish - Design by Oakhaven

2009-11-12T01:18:00.000-08:00

This is a design by Tonia of Oakhaven Designs (you can look her up on yahoo groups). This is called Fall 2. I stitched it on 14ct charcoal aida then added the acorn put it in the tuck pillow then added the leaf buttons. I think it turned out pretty cute. Thanks for the freebie Tonia!

Finished a model stitch

2009-11-06T23:18:00.000-08:00

I stitch this one for http://www.veeandco.com/

Isn't she just too cute!

I have a resin frame with flowers and wanted to mount it in there before the pic but unfortunately that frame is down in my shed buried and I won't be able to get to it until we dig thru for the Christmas decorations.

Last minute note and might be too late!

2009-11-03T21:12:00.000-08:00

Shirley is closing her site tomorrow (well I guess today Nov 4th) so if you want to get some great deals on charts check it out... there are alot for only $1.00 each!

http://www.countrycottageneedleart.com/catalog/default.php

Another finish while on hold at work

2009-11-03T01:51:00.000-08:00

Finished Happy 4th Hobb Nobb at work the other day while on hold..... Now to finish the 3 ornies that have been sitting there waiting on hold for me. LOL I like to keep small projects at my desk for those "gotta stitch" moments. I'm also crocheting a scarf for myself.

A Givaway that expires tomorrow - hurry up

2009-10-30T11:30:00.000-07:00

Kathy is offering a wonderful giveaway (actually two) it expires 10/31 so hurry up!

http://kathystitchcomments.blogspot.com/2009/10/to-thank-you-with-special-giveaway.html

Have two small finishes!

2009-10-22T20:23:00.000-07:00

I finally have a couple of finishes. The snowman was done at work while sitting on hold. The other I did while watching tv.

Here is the Winter Hobb Nobb.

Here is Black Hatter by Sue Hillis. I used a purple opalescent fabric (pic looks more pink). I also used a witch on broom charm instead of the candy corn button.

Hi all

2009-09-17T01:15:00.001-07:00

Haven't posted for awhile but found this and thought it was cool. A friend made it for me a couple of years ago.

Got to meet AJ Feely again

2009-07-21T10:52:00.001-07:00

Went to the Rite Aid Corporate fundraiser for the Children's Miracle Network and got to meet AJ Feely. I had him sign an Eagles flag that I have and took a pic. He is just too cute!

Some pics of what I've been stitching

2009-07-10T21:58:00.000-07:00

I added the charm and washed him all up. Now have to find a frame.

Worked on this a lot and finished the center grapfruit and started on the leaves.

It has been awhile but I finally pulled this one out and made some progress.

This what is done on Morning Wizard by Dragon Dreams. I decided to use some Rainbow Gallery fibers for the bunny slippers and beard. Instead of doing cross stitches on the beard I'm doing some long stitches to give it a better texture.

Great find alert!

2009-07-09T21:54:00.001-07:00

Recently went on a needle hunt. I bought a couple of needle organizers for some of my bigger projects with alot of color changes (Lemons Limes and More is one of them).

Well, you really can't find any good needles at the local shops like Michaels and AC Moore. I had the DMC needles because the eyes seem to rip up the floss. I can buy John James online but paying over $2 for a few needles gets expensive especially if I'm looking for about 20 or so!

I decided to go on a bulk needle sale hunt. I found a great site. www.busylizziecrafts.co.uk or www.crossstitchneedleshop.co.uk both links are for the same site. I love size 26 needles. I bought 100 gold plated needles in size 26 for only $25! It was 14 and some change in Euros but after the rate exchange to US dollars it came up to about $25 with the shipping. I couldn't believe it. I was worried about how long it would take but I only waited about a week from the time I placed the order until it arrived.

I know they had other sizes and I'm not sure if they have petites but I really didn't look to hard either. I have since used the needles and they are great. The floss glides right through the eye and it isn't fraying at all.

Go take a peek. Let me know how it goes!

Lemons Limes and More update pic

2009-05-25T23:15:00.001-07:00

Here is a progress pic of Lemons Limes and More. I love the Vermillion pillows and this is the first one I decided to stitch. I have collected all of the patterns so far. Haven't worked on this one in over a year. It was nice to stitch on it again. (you can see the progress from the beginning here http://community.webshots.com/user/qnvik )

I also put a few stitches in on Midi but not enough for an update pic.

Been promising an update pic of Midi....

2009-05-20T21:27:00.000-07:00

Wanted to take a progress pic and got this.......

Wanted to take another pic in case the last one was blurry and got this......

Stitching will never be sacred to cats! You can see all the progress pics on my weshots, the link is to the left.

Yet another small finish.

2009-05-20T21:04:00.000-07:00

Last night I went thru all of the projects that I started so I could list them on my blog (see the left side). Well I found 2 that were started a few years ago but then I messed up and threw them to the side.

Well, one of them was Honey Bee by Dimensions. It is a small Cherished Charms kit and will be finished as a small hanging pillow (the pillow parts came with the kit, minus the stuffing). Finish him today at work.

I also found Christmas Angel 1989 by Told In A Garden (http://www.tiag.com/). It is a freebie. I started her back in 2006, thought I lost her then found her again and found a mistake. I pulled her out tonight after stitching a bit on Ewe are Special by Cross My Heart and frogged the mistake so she is ready to stitch again!

I'm really making progress. I have been pretty good about not starting new projects. Doesn't mean they haven't been kitted! Just means that when I finish one I'm trying not to start another one. I did make a couple exceptions. I consider them continuations. One is Christmas by M Designs that I started after I finished Halloween also by M Designs. And then I started one of the wizards that go with Morning and Evening Fairies designed by Dragon Dreams. There is one more wizard after this one.

Update

2009-05-19T22:18:00.000-07:00

I was looking at Tempest and found that I missed a few backstitches. I also spilled a drop of coffee on it UGH. The drop is small and not on the stitching part so I should be able to get it out. I also put in the missed bs.

I then went thru all the projects that I have started and updated my list on the side. I decided to pull out Ewe Are Special by Cross My Heart. This is a little kit that I bought when I attended my first XS show. I stitched a bit on it and put it away when I made a mistake, pulled it back out and made another mistake. This time I pulled it back out and pulled out the mistake (actually all the light stitches that I put in) Then I saw that I probably wouldn't have enough of the floss they provided so I pulled out some from my stash (they listed and use DMC anyhow so it made it easy). I am stitching on it tonight and already did more than I pulled out so this is good. I was so frustrated with myself because it is a small design (maybe 4 X 4) and I made mistakes on it. I have a habit of throwing those in the bottom of my to do pile when I find a mistake. I stitch because I enjoy it and don't want to be frustrated by it. So anyhow, I should be ok with this one now. And I won't have to worry about running out of floss since I changed to full skeins. I will have to post a pic from the packaging and possibly a progress pic soon.

Finished Tempest in a Teacup by TW

2009-05-18T00:17:00.001-07:00

Took me a while but I'm finally finished Tempest by Teresa Wentzler. I decided that I didn't want the lettering on the cup but may still add a teabag charm.

I also stitched a bit on Midsummer Nights Fairy but haven't taken a progress pic yet.

Some Babbling

2009-05-08T23:52:00.000-07:00

Sorry, Just love that pic! LOL

Ok so I signed in and finally noticed that I had unmoderated comments! ROFL NO, I don't pay attention much. Needless to say I finally approved them all. And thanks for all the great comments.

I also wanted to let you all know that I have been stitching since finishing Halloween. I started Christmas by M Designs. Just did about 10 stitches on it. It will be done with Rayon and I will have to do that in spurts since it doesn't want to lay right for me. The thread heaven helps alot.

I also pulled out Tempest in a Teacup by Teresa Wentzler and I'm almost finished the wings and head. Will have a few more stitches on the cup and then less than half the border before finishing up with the back stitching.

Tonight I also pulled out Midsummer Nights Fairy and made a small amount of progress on her. I will keep her out atleast this weekend and get more done then post progress pics.

Finished the stitching, now need to make buttons

2009-05-04T21:11:00.001-07:00

Just finished the stitching on Halloween by M Designs. Did this as an SAL with a friend Shelleen. I am going to make my buttons and will add some seed beads. I used hand dyed fabric from silkweaver and Halloween Treat by Six Strand Sweets. (the fabric is slightly lighter than the pic shows). Stay tuned....

This is just ridiculous!

2009-03-29T21:05:00.001-07:00

OMG! I went to go stitch on Halloween by M Designs and this is what I found!

Cats and Stitching

2009-03-29T20:21:00.000-07:00

So I was trying to stitch today and I was ambushed! They tried to sit on me first.

See that purple piece on the qsnaps. After I took this pic I ended up spilling coffee on it UGH. Rinsed it quick and put it in front of a small fan to dry. While I was waiting for it to dry I finished Pray for Peace by R&R Reproductions.

This is from the Just Cross Stitch 2003 Ornament Issue. I used 32 count Latte Ligonier Linen, GAST Blue Spruce and Maple Syrup, Whitewash and Moonglow by WDW. The design called for little bows at the tops of the trees. I opted for the small snowflake charm that I recently bought from http://www.acharmingplace.com/

Just Updated by WIP & UFO list

2009-02-17T07:15:00.000-08:00

I updated the list and figured I should explain some of the omissions.

I had a bunch of my projects at work in a box under my desk. The cleaning lady threw it out. I almost choked her to death. I was furious! Because of her stupidity I lost:

January Carousel by Donna Kooler - along with the evenweave, floss, kreinik and beads
Endangered Youngin's - chart, fabric and floss
Animal Magnetism by Dimensions - fabric, floss, and hours upon hours of hard work.
Eagle in Moonlight - Dimensions - sort of ticked off about this one but was thinking about starting it over anyhow. But now that I lost the entire kit I will have to buy it again or find just the chart somewhere.

I know there were other things in that box and the total estimate of $$$ was about $200. That doesn't count the hours put into them. So, have a moment of silence for those that were lost and lets move on. (easier said over a year later, trust me).

Wow, I can't believe it has been that long!

2009-02-17T07:01:00.000-08:00

I haven't touched this blog in over a year and I can't believe it flew like it did!

I'm doing good though and finally started stitching again. I actually have a finish to post! I finished this one just a couple of days ago. Started her a looooong time ago. I think right after I finished her sister Morning Fairy. I now have one of the "brothers" kitted. Just hope I can find the other brother in my statsh since Dragon Dreams doesn't have it posted anymore.

Mummers Mailbox

2007-09-20T05:08:00.000-07:00

I have been working on a big scarecrow float for Golden Sunrise since January. One of the things we are adding to the float is a black plastic mailbox. I took this beatup box and did some magic. Wish I did a "before" pic on it. I hand painted the lettering and sunflower. Also added the glitter to the leaves, flowers and gords. We are looking for a scarecrow to put in the opening. If I can find the bird I will open the front flap, add straw and the bird. Here is the end result.

Flying Monkeys

2007-09-02T21:55:00.000-07:00

Just finished this one tonight. I'm going to have to shop for some frames now that I'm actually getting some finishes.

I don't do cute before coffee!

2007-08-28T20:06:00.000-07:00

I finished another piece today. This one is a freebie called Morning Angel by Dragon Dream and says "I don't do cute before coffee" Boy, did I prove that true today of all days! I got to work this morning and there was no tea, no creamer for the coffee either! I was pissed! My manager was in there as I was complaining and I told him, if the secretary knew she was going to be out for a week then she should have given someone the key to where she locks all the supplies. (we have over 100 people on our floor, with a night crew so things tend to walk away). So I went back to my desk with an empty cup. He came over about 5 minutes later and saw how miserable I was and told me "Just go to the store and get creamer!" So I did. I didn't mind buying it and if I knew we were out I would have brought some from home. But I need my caffeine! That is my breakfast! So I was determine to finish this one today since it just fit and was proved!

Moving right along

2007-08-18T22:58:00.000-07:00

Just finished this little guy. It is called, It Snows... by Glory Bee. I used a mix of DMC and GAST plus subbed the colors of the scarf with W90 Whisper Fiber from Rainbow Gallery and used White HiLights (also by RG) for the snowflakes. Now sure how I'm going to "finish" him but glad to get another finish. Not sure what is next. I have alot of biggies here and lately have been wanting to tackle one or two. We will see what I feel like when I wake up in the morning :)

Eagles pattern finished

2007-07-29T21:03:00.000-07:00

Finished another small project today and just in time for training camp!

I'm so proud of myself!

2007-07-25T19:03:00.000-07:00

Here is a before and after pic. The before was taken last Aug and by the time I went on my diet I was a little heavier. The after was taken today. I'm getting there! My youngest, Eric, asked if I was sucking it in. I proudly said no and stood up. He gave me a hug and kiss :)

Look at this...two posts in one month LOL

2007-07-16T20:51:00.000-07:00

Just finished Warm Winter Wishes by Waxing Moon. This was a fun one to do. Instead of using the Oatmeal for the snowflakes I used the white metallic DMC instead to give it some sparkle. I thought the oatmeal looked too "dirty".

Long Time No Post

2007-07-08T13:15:00.000-07:00

I finally finished the Lizzie Kate Blessing Flip Its! I now have all 12 finished and have to put them together as ornaments. I have all the fabric and felt that I will need. Here are the last 6:

Now to finish up on Warm Winter Wishes and Midsummer Nights Fairy. I also have an Eagles design I want to do for the upcoming football season.

Here is a baby afghan that I also finished. Finished this a couple of weeks ago:

What Tarot Card are You?

2007-03-14T21:49:00.000-07:00

You are The Wheel of Fortune

Good fortune and happiness but sometimes a species of
intoxication with success

The Wheel of Fortune is all about big things, luck, change, fortune. Almost always good fortune. You are lucky in all things that you do and happy with the things that come to you. Be careful that success does not go to your head however. Sometimes luck can change.

What Tarot Card are You?
Take the Test to Find Out.

Finished A Preemie Set

2006-11-16T19:21:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine had a baby girl on Oct 13th. She wasn't due until Nov 21st. The baby is just too cute and she is only 5 lbs 3oz. The preemie clothes were too big so they ended up having to shop at build a bear LOL I decided to make her a couple of hats and a sweater. Can't wait to get it to them.

This is my first try at a sweater (no matter what the size) It was easier and quicker than I thought. Let me know what you think.

Here are pics:

Two More Finishes

2006-10-22T21:18:00.000-07:00

Finally got some more stitching done. I finished two more of the flip it ornies by Lizzie Kate. Tonight I finished Family and two weeks ago I finished Joy.

Some News

2006-09-30T20:46:00.000-07:00

It has been 2 months since my last post. Haven't been crafting too much lately since I started my new job. However, I have two annoucements.

First:

A few months ago I stitched a design by Vivian Bales and designed/made buttons for it. The design is called Seaside Memories and is now on sale at Country Cottage http://www.countrycottageneedleart.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=4340
The chart is free with the purchase of the button pack.
Here is a pic:

I have been working on an afghan for my daughter since last year. I put it down for the summer but just finished it tonight. This is a diagonal design and you can find the pattern here: http://mysite.verizon.net/vze8mnnp/diag.html

Here are the pics of Gina's afghan.....the first is the full pic, it is about the size of a twin bed. The second is a close up of the stitches. It was done with Red Heart Blueberry acrylic yarn.

I really need to get back to stitching. I have a model to stitch for Oakhaven designs but haven't had much time or energy to stitch.

Peace ornie by Lizzie Kate

2006-07-23T02:32:00.000-07:00

Just started and finished this little guy tonight. This is from the Just Cross Stitch Ornament magazine (either 2003 or 2004).

Was asked what I'm going to make out of it. I'm going to make it into an ornament but still trying to decide on how to finish it and what shape.