So, I have only a few new things to show you. The first is by Sherri Jones of Patrick's Woods and is a piece called 'The Mermaids Two Tales'. I was lucky enough to take this class at Hilton Head on the east coast USA last October. Yes I know how long ago that is but please......... it's all back stitch and I kept picking it up to do a little every so often.
And then ...........I had to finish it.
The scrims inside are not part of the case. I already had these and thought that they would fit in quite nicely. The beautiful thread winder comes from Vikki Clayton
I decided to stitch this Prairie Schooler design over one. I saw it finished when I visited 'The Attic' in Mesa, Arizona. One of the ladies who worked in the shop had converted the DMC colours to Waterlillies and Belle Soie silks and I immediately fell in love with it.
Prairie Schooler
The most exciting thing that I have to tell you about are classes that we are organising for The Sampler Guild. Jackie du Plessis of 'It's Fineally Finished' has agreed to teach for us next May 2010 when she visits the UK. She will be teaching four of her designs over three days. The classes are becoming booked up so quickly which is wonderful. If you would find this of interest please check with The Sampler Guild web site for the information or contact me on my email address.
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I love that Sherri Jones piece - you did it just splendidly. I know how life just gets in the way sometimes. See you soon. Lots of Love Patti xxx
Oh, I'm going to have to check into that Mermaid Piece. Sherri Jones is a member of our Guild and I must have that! And I love your converted PS too - such a depth of colors in that one!
Hi , I love the Prairie Schooler design. Would you be able to let me know the fabric and fibers used to achieve this look.
thank you Jennifer
Wow Sandra, all your finishes are beautiful!! I wish I had the sewing talent you have! Ah well.. practice makes perfect I hope.. I will keep plugging away..
Wow, what beautiful finishes! I wish I had patience for over one -- and finishing! lol!
The Mermaids Two Tails is an incredibly beautiful project!!
Wow... congratulations on two amazing finishes!
Beautiful Mermaid piece and the Prairie Schooler design is amazing stitch 1*1.
So glad your back Sandra, and hope that stitching will be your main object now.
Already looking forward to the JduPlessis classes lol.
Forgot to compliment you on your accomplishments who are just out of this world.
The Mermaid piece is stunning Sandra and I love the little scrims inside - the clam shell is so sweet, you do find such wonderful treasures.
Sandra,
Your mermaid stitching case is exquisite. I remember seeing it when you were half through it and it looked stunning then. it really has a huge amount of work in it and you must be thrilled it's finished and made up. It has turned into a beautiful stitching case.
Your PS over one is just amazing. It looks so dainty and petite and really lovely. Stitching anything normal sized after that must have been like doing giant stitches :>)
Warm hugs Angela
Beautifull piece!!!
Regards
Françoise
Sandra, I called the attic store in Arizona. We were in Tuscon in March but didn't get to that xstitch store but another great one called Busy Needle. I have ordered fabric , and fiber so I can stitch one like yours. Also they are sending me the conversions used.You did a wonderful job. email me at jcontini@cogeco.ca thanks a million for writing a comment, Jennifer xo
Oh Sandra, I have to ooooohh and aaaaahh over your two pieces. The Sherri Jones pieces looks fanzastic, a real dream piece. And I have to say the same about the PS finishing. Both pieces are just stunning. Great job.
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