tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-16243419712532608812012-02-16T20:39:12.688-07:00With FAITH, we see Him, with JOY, we receive Him, with PRAISE, we adore Him.Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.comBlogger2841100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-59099997304092844542012-02-14T10:24:00.001-07:002012-02-15T10:13:51.344-07:00

This is what I sent to Kadra. I also included a pouch, chocolate and some other things. I forgot to take a picture of the other things. Such is life.  edit: I was able to get a pic of all the items off  Kadra's blog. I designed the heart to be simple and remind me of an old fashioned valentine. I had to include the blue bird of happiness. The "beads" are pins for counting and the Pearl is a

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I received the cutest and nicest swap today. I will post pics tomorrow. Thank you, Jill from California.

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Haven't had any time to stitch since Tuesday. I have been taking care of my 3yr old grandson and he is fun but tiring my out. All I want to do after my son gets home is crash. Then I am up early to start all over again. My DIL will be off starting tomorrow and I hope to have this weekend to stitch. Wish me luck.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-45659955277798345092012-01-31T18:20:00.000-07:002012-01-31T18:20:25.290-07:00

This is the second start on Dragon Roll. I used a piece of fabric that was too small. This one is in Caron Waterlilies Silk and Krenik Silk Mori I prefer the Caron silk. I am waiting for the 3rd part and then will add the beads.

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Mystery Dragon Needle roll by Saolya. This is what I was working on this last weekend. I didn't get much done as I ended up taking care of the Grandson both days. I have developed a cold so I am somewhat miserable. I am starting over on the dragon as well as I placed it on the fabric wrong and ran out of room on the right side. I won't be able to finish him with the full pattern, but, I will

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TUSAL for Jan 2012 Had to take it out of the jar. I am using an old canning jar and it is faceted and you can't see through it. I have been sick most of the year so far and I don't have much to show. Most of this is from exchanges and I can't show pics yet. Hopefully I will have more to show next month.

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This is "International Hermit Stitcher's Weekend", to sign up go to Random Ramblings, I am hoping for a quiet weekend but, I may have to watch Cayden if Lee goes to work. He is my 3 yr old grandson and a real handful. Well, at the moment it is quiet, so on to stitching. YEAH!!!

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LaRene J. Peterson Nichols Born 1-19-1910 LaRene Peterson and Clifford Nichols Married 1-19-1929 Maternal Grandparents Mary Margaret Ross and Raleigh B. Roland Married 1-19-1929 Paternal Grandparents They are all gone now but not forgotten.

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Cayden Lee 3 years old 1-14-09 He loves big trucks!! Choc cupcakes and whipped cream icing.

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Reading and Stitching is having a great stash  give away. Go take a look.

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Donna Dewberry Collection-Fiskars 12 in 1 tool I promoted this on my Face Book page and my sister saw it and sent it to me for Christmas. It is really fantastic. I can't wait to try all the tools. She also has sent me 3 books off of my Amazon wishlist. She is the greatest sister ever.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-59305507719107364272011-12-23T10:18:00.000-07:002011-12-23T10:18:43.443-07:00

The top one is for my son's inlaws, the middles one is of some ornaments that I made to give to friends, the bottom one is for my friends youngest. I made name banners for her other two last Christmas and a doll blanket for the youngest, but, she wanted a name banner as well. Soooo, I finally got one finished.  MAY YOU HAVE A HAPPY AND HOLY CHRISTMAS!!!!

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Nicola is having a  Give away. Stitching by a Cornish Sea Shore.  Go have a look, she is rather new to stitching only since the 1990's. Her first piece was rather ambitious and she has gone on from there. Also, she has the two cutest boxers. Poppy and Blue Photo from Nicola Parkmans' blog

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Always remember!!!

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Petit Pack de Noel by C en Roussillon I redesigned the center square as it was almost the same as the upper left square. This went to Carmela in Spain. I have heard that she received it today.  It is on 28ct evenweave, offwhite and using DMC 326. Though rather boring at times only using one color, I am pleased with the outcome. Hope by Katherine Martin Tripp 14ct Adia with DMC thread 14

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Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-36488316168252074882011-11-23T10:11:00.002-07:002011-11-23T10:12:46.651-07:00

Here is a new blogger  Lesli and she is having a Greatttttt give away. Every 5  new followers she gets, she adds something to the give away. She is already having 2 drawings for this give away. The give away ends Dec 3 at midnight EST.  So, hurry on over.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-6374956076552164722011-11-18T18:02:00.000-07:002011-11-18T18:02:30.559-07:00

I Heart Naptime is having a fantastic   Give Away. A Silhouette Cameo, Go check it out!!! A great idea!!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-46200320710759277532011-11-18T17:39:00.000-07:002011-11-18T17:39:01.868-07:00

JCS Christmas Edition 2011 Black Bird Design28ct MCG Mushroom Even WeaveDMC threads This was a fast and easy stitch. I may make another for myself.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-63228941500809609462011-11-13T14:01:00.000-07:002011-11-13T14:01:57.249-07:00

  Laura J. Perin is having a Mystery Monday SAL. She is putting up a small piece of a small canvas work design each Monday.  These are the colors I choose. Watercolors ??? #5 Pearl Cotton ???? and Kreinik #16 Braid 001. These all came from my stash. The reason for the ??? is these are left overs from a piece I stitched and I don't have the labels. Not the greatest picture but it is cloudy here

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-33038232354209840492011-11-11T10:19:00.001-07:002011-11-11T10:32:11.927-07:00

Thank a Veteran today. Offer to help them. Visit them in the hospital. Take them to appointments.Donate to the Wounded Warrior Project.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-54367321696087373512011-11-07T18:45:00.000-07:002011-11-07T18:45:36.430-07:00

This is an exchange in The Stitch Specialists-Yahoo GroupNovember is the groups 1st Birthday. We were to trade cards with stitching included.My partner sent me a piece of 28ct Steel Blue Even WeaveThreadworx overdyed cotton in Purple and Turquoise#26 Bohin Needles and a Snow Flake Needle Park I sent my partner this piece by Just Nan called Royal BlossomsI included a large cut of  MCG Textiles

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HAVE A HAPPY AND SAFE HALLOWEEN! The kids will be taking Cayden to the Street Fair tonight. He is Captain America this year. 

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-46928776691758192932011-10-23T14:54:00.000-07:002011-10-23T14:54:12.681-07:00

Peace Hope These are two of 5 ornaments from Katherine Tripp. The patterns are free.14ct oatmeal aida, DMC threads, Krenik Gold

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Meagan of Brook's Books is have a give away bonanza. Go join the fun. You can also see her here.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-20932691436563040122011-10-07T09:46:00.000-07:002011-10-07T09:46:00.456-07:00

October 8, 1931 --- March 7, 1995 My Mom--Kay Joan Nichols Roland Morris

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-87908688780312269192011-10-04T11:24:00.000-07:002011-10-04T11:24:11.449-07:00

Not much happening here, in the way of stitching. My son fell off a ladder and broke his wrist pretty badly. I am now not only taking care of my grandson but now him. He is left handed and of course he broke that wrist. May need surgery so, we shall see. Have a couple of exchanges due so not pics now. Hang in there though, it will calm down, at least it has to at some point.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-32951956675299343422011-09-26T07:38:00.001-07:002011-09-26T17:38:14.062-07:00

  This give away is by Cindy Mae of Cindy Mae Designs.Give-a-Way TimeIt is that time!  Time for a Give-a-way!  I have up for grabs 14 random patterns and two pieces of stitching material!  All you have to do to enter the give-a-way is leave a comment on THIS post.  For an extra entry you can (but do not have to) "Like" Cindy Mae Designs on Facebook to stay up to date with all the news and

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-25717946892084376142011-09-21T11:40:00.000-07:002011-09-21T11:40:53.108-07:00

I mailed off my Stitch Specialists, anniversary exchange today. Doesn't have to travel far. Should arrive well before the actual date. Not much to show. I have been busy on the computer instead of stitching. Should get back to the needle this weekend.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-78428735188236336962011-09-12T10:40:00.000-07:002011-09-12T10:40:40.018-07:00

Tree of Stitches SAL-Abi Gurden Designer-Stitch  Specialists Yahoo Group       28ct Evenweave-DMC Varigated and 1 Needle Necessities Really bad picture. I am not a great photographer, and a new camera doesn't help. Close up of the Sal piece. This was a fun stitch and we are going to start a new one.Same designer, called The Great Escape

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-13897033625113384612011-09-11T09:54:00.000-07:002011-09-11T09:54:41.800-07:00

Just Nan-Remember 9-11-01  My Tribute to those who died that awful day. May we always rememberThat Freedom is not FreeThat all give some and some gave all.This includes not only 9-11 but Pearl Harbor and all those who have died in war or peace for our country.To the Firefighters, Police, and Emergency Personnel who protect our land in country, Thank you as well.MAY GOD BLESS THOSE WHO HAVE

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Just Nan-Royal Blossoms-28ct evenweave-DMC threads This is for an exchange. Not sure who I am sending to yet so will be a surprise to them. This was and easy and fun stitch. Think I will make one for myself.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-32893153579890090712011-08-25T09:19:00.000-07:002011-08-25T09:19:02.157-07:00

Wedding Sampler-Joyful Expressions 14 Ct Cream Adia-DMCNot a really good pic as I had to take it on the run. I finished it just before I returned to AZ, I didn't want to mail it back to CA so I finished it there. The sampler is now framed and ready to give to my friends brother for his wedding in late Sept. This was a really easy stitch. I might make another one for myself.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-86441280057511999262011-08-22T08:24:00.000-07:002011-08-22T08:24:19.073-07:00

I took and unexpected trip to Calif. this past week. I finished and delivered the wedding sampler, early!!!!!!, and I will put pics up as soon as my head gets clear. I am babysitting this week until Friday and I hope to put the pics up before that. Great to be Home.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-23701414190125241872011-08-06T12:37:00.000-07:002011-08-06T12:37:32.579-07:00

Inchie 1 DONE!!! By the Bay 28ct evenweave 1 thread over 1 cross stitch Tree of Stitches-SAL Stitch Specialists Yahoo Group 28 ct evenweave Wedding Sampler- Well on its way. 14 ct DMC thread This is what I have been able to accomplish this week. Babysitting my grandson so not a lot of time to stitch. I need to get the wedding sampler done before the end of August. I know that will

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-77186481324828192162011-07-30T09:33:00.000-07:002011-07-30T09:33:33.471-07:00

Heirlooms by Ashton House is having a Accuquilt Go Baby give Away.  Go to her site and comment on the post, the give away includes 3 dies of your choice.

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Tree of Life SAL Part 5--Stitch Specialists--Yahoo Group Stitch an Inch--By The Bay Love Never Fails--Wedding Sampler Update Blogger tried to give me a fit this morning, but I got these uploaded finally. I have been stitching a little each day. What with babysitting my 2 1/2 yr old grandson, I hardly have time to think. Thank goodness though that both the kids now have jobs.  The

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-25163473562137042332011-07-21T08:59:00.001-07:002011-07-21T09:02:01.413-07:00

Lady of the Floss  Is Having a Give Away!!!!!! Go over to her blog and join the fun. Because it's party time I'm giving away a gift voucher of $100 to spend at Anita's Little Stitches!!! Actually of these $100 only $50 will come from myself. The rest is sponsored by Anita herself. How cool is that? Anita's Little Stitches is one of my favorite online shops.  She has a great assortment of

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-87019864041117501042011-07-20T17:56:00.000-07:002011-07-20T17:56:14.575-07:00

Amy Stitches is having a Give away of an AccuQuilt-Go Baby Cutter, along with 3 dies of the winners choice. Go to her website and comment on the post about the give away.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-40257315093712429922011-07-17T14:20:00.000-07:002011-07-17T14:20:13.155-07:00

I have a new picture of the wedding sampler but don't have the time to get it up onto the web. Busier than usual chasing my grandson. Everybody is working over time today sooooo. I will try for tomorrow.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-73944349199310159432011-07-12T08:24:00.002-07:002011-07-12T08:26:01.157-07:00

Love Never Fails This is a commission from a friend. Her brother is getting married in Sept.  From Joyful ExpressionsSandra Schueller Designer14 ct cream DMC Threads

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Happy Hedgehog A very small finish. A gift for my Aunt on her birthday! Happy Happy Birthday Auntie Karen

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HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!!!!   MAY GOD BLESS AMERICA

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Happy Birthday Grandpa, Miss you soooo much. This is my Grandfather Clifford Nichols. 7/2/1902-5/31/1983My Mothers Father.

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   Quilting along the Gorge is having a Give Away !!!!!Giveaway a Baby Go! and 3 dies of the winner's choice.  I can feel the excitement growing.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-74981090977738301012011-06-27T08:49:00.000-07:002011-06-27T08:49:56.667-07:00

Well, it has been almost 4 yrs since I started this blog and I can't begin to know where all the time has gone. Last year I was going to have a give away but life got in the way. This year, well, I am working on something and I hope to have it finished soon. When I do, I will put it up for grabs!!! Thank you to all my followers for sticking with me, as I am not a prolific blogger. It has been fun

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-17235156427926704722011-06-24T13:22:00.000-07:002011-06-24T13:22:24.150-07:00

Tree of Stitches-Step 4 started.  This is a SAL with one of my yahoo groups. Stitch Specialists. Just Nan-Be Scary-almost done with band 1 I will have to put this on hold for a while though. I just got asked to do a Wedding Sampler for a friends brother who is getting married in Sept. The weather is HOT!! 114' yesterday and supposed to be 110' today. Predicted to be this hot for a while.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-16485043320181622922011-06-19T07:11:00.000-07:002011-06-19T07:11:24.261-07:00

HAPPY FATHER'S DAY  My son- Lee, who surprised me with a great gift. A grandson, in 2009.  All my love. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY AND HAPPY 80TH BIRTHDAY All my love, Daddy. We spent a great day together yesterday, and had dinner with my son and family.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-50074348139871420902011-06-15T14:10:00.000-07:002011-06-15T14:10:35.114-07:00

Hands to Work-Hearts to God!! Happy Birthday to Donna. I took the top and bottom borders from an old Just Cross Stitch and then went from there. I just love this old Quaker saying and had to put it on a sampler of my own.  18 Ct Cream Aida DMC Threads and Krenik #4 Pink  3x5

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-776969316215102572011-06-14T17:37:00.000-07:002011-06-14T17:37:58.355-07:00

Just Nan-Remember 9/11  Beads don't show up really well. I wish I knew how to take better pics. 28 ct evenweave white

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-74223977818604324062011-06-10T11:51:00.000-07:002011-06-10T11:51:44.167-07:00

Just Nan-Remember 9/11   I only have a little bit to finish stitching and then I can start the BEADS!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-88459964225318664732011-05-23T08:07:00.000-07:002011-05-23T08:07:54.289-07:00

I again have a computer but, it is not a great one and is really slow at times. I have tried to upload pics of what I have been doing but blogger is not cooperating. Just glad to be back online.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-48547880961110608622011-04-24T09:26:00.000-07:002011-04-24T09:26:10.727-07:00

Happy Easter to all. BY HIS GRACE WE ARE ALL SAVED!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-59624306269346069872011-04-04T11:04:00.002-07:002011-04-04T11:04:34.695-07:00

I will be away for about a month. I will not have computer access very often. Horray, It is finally SPRING!!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-49006223358529163642011-03-16T12:44:00.000-07:002011-03-16T12:44:51.606-07:00

Entered this in the contest along with Grace and I got them back today. I also got a second place for this entry as well. This is a great piece. I am glad that it is back, I have a lasting memory of Lisa, the designer. Got home today and found out that my grandson, 2yrs old, is sick and has lost 5 pounds in the last week. Has slowed him down some but he is still bright and cheerfully. Glad to be

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-57442092305281029322011-03-11T15:51:00.000-07:002011-03-11T15:51:21.642-07:00

The Family at my Uncle's Wedding Myself, Aunt Margaret, Aunt Mishi, Carol, Rick, Rick Jr., DadDad is the oldest, then Margaret, Rick and then MishiThe next day we all left for a trip around NE Arizona, the Grand Canyon, Sedona, Jerome, Walnut Canyon and Williams.Much Fun had by ALL!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-35990617602440394222011-03-11T09:54:00.000-07:002011-03-11T09:54:16.772-07:00

Recently I asked for followers and anyone else who read my blog to comment and tell me that they wanted to be part of a PIF. I had two takers, but, I need their addresses so that I can ship and item to them. I also need at least one more person to send to within the next 12 months. I am hoping that it won't take 12 months to complete this PIF. Please send your address to my email which is located

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-21609039584587224892011-03-11T09:40:00.000-07:002011-03-11T09:40:43.081-07:00

At this terrible time, we need to remember the people of Japan. Please remember them in your prayers and thoughts. This tragedy will continue to unfold and the aftermath will last for sometime to come.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-42681474232944755722011-03-02T09:18:00.000-07:002011-03-02T09:18:31.490-07:00

 I am so sorry to hear that Lisa Roswell the designer of this piece was tragically killed this past Monday. My thoughts and prayers go out to her family and friends. I recently finished this piece. It was a great pleasure to stitch. 1 over 1 on 28ct evenweave.I recharted the colors to DMC so it is a bit brighter that charted. It is also much smaller than charted, it is in a 5x7 frame.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-10179815411888305772011-02-27T10:56:00.000-07:002011-02-27T10:56:30.625-07:00

I almost forgot to do this for my Uncle's wedding. Shame on me!! It is small, only 4x6 and will fit in an 8x10 frame with a 5x7 mat. Now to get a couple of other things done and pack for the wedding. My aunt from Australia is coming and I haven't seen her in about 10 years. Need to get a couple of bookmarks done as gifts. Well, on to the rest of the story........

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-70704893093807150152011-02-20T12:01:00.000-07:002011-02-20T12:01:34.829-07:00

This is going to be my new start. I can't wait. I also want a couple other of Tam's Creations. This is going to be FUN!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-84792964457195043672011-02-08T12:40:00.001-07:002011-03-03T16:38:05.137-07:00

It's DONE!!!  The pic isn't very good. I don't have the greatest lighting. I will publish more detailed pics later. Tomorrow I am traveling 200 miles to deliver them to the contest. I had a great time designing and stitching this piece. Edited 3-3-2011  I have found out that I placed 2nd in the original design category. I am going to go on to the regional art show, to be held in April.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-37247607934288244182011-02-07T20:45:00.002-07:002011-02-07T20:45:57.450-07:00

Today's update. I am almost finished. Next comes the ribbon. More tomorrow.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-33364487156848701852011-02-06T13:27:00.000-07:002011-02-06T13:27:52.833-07:00

Well, I missed a day. I have come down with a duzzy of a cold. Having trouble thinking straight. I have made some changes along the way. I need to be finished by Tuesday Night. I have to deliver it Wednesday. Wish me luck. I want to send my prayers to all those in harms way in Australia. I think about you and hope you are all safe and sound.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-9601796808033556752011-02-03T12:21:00.002-07:002011-02-03T12:21:50.949-07:00

StitchersAnon, Please contact me via email. I need your mailing address for the PIF.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-64803166022846518292011-02-02T18:18:00.000-07:002011-02-02T18:18:01.926-07:00

This is the progress today. I am not really happy with the purple heart. I used lattice work. Maybe it will grow on me. I can always change it later.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-71265853218088129062011-01-31T18:28:00.000-07:002011-01-31T18:28:47.602-07:00

Markup done. Now to start stitching. I have decided to use diagonal faggoting, cross stitch, trellis, 3cross xstitch, black work, griffin stitch, eyelets and maybe more. More tomorrow.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-27521411708909492552011-01-30T15:41:00.001-07:002011-01-30T15:41:25.186-07:00

This is a new piece for the VA Craft show that I have started. I needed one that was my own design. I am outlining the sections and then will fill in. I am using a variety of stitches. Will publish as I go. More tomorrow.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-7955372056951109712011-01-22T10:58:00.000-07:002011-01-22T10:58:02.598-07:00

This is the finish of a Drawn Thread Freebie--All You Need is Love. Has a bunch of specialty stitches in it and is only 3.5 by 2 inches. I put it in a 5x7 inch frame. Came out really cute.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-3624414134301075342011-01-20T09:38:00.000-07:002011-01-20T09:38:34.054-07:00

This is a freebie from the Drawn Thread. It is called All You Need is Love. It calls for Gloriana threads but I don't have any so I am using DMC.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-91273802967201526572011-01-19T13:35:00.000-07:002011-01-19T13:35:53.995-07:00

Here it is!!! Needs to be ironed again!  It is in a 5x7 frame.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-70837587552663944102011-01-18T07:53:00.000-07:002011-01-18T07:53:13.080-07:00

I finished the sampler for the contest. Will publish pics later today. Started a new piece for Valentines day. It is rather small. Should be done in plenty of time.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-11637568927861561842011-01-17T14:01:00.000-07:002011-01-17T14:01:42.382-07:00

 As you can see I have gotten a lot done in a week. I am now almost finished with the alphabet and will show you again tomorrow.This is a small for my Aunt. She just had hip replacement surgery and I hope it will brighten her day. 28 ct ivory evenweave, 1 over 1Free pattern from DMC

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-19614411100377076342011-01-14T12:45:00.000-07:002011-01-14T12:45:25.778-07:00

Hard to believe he is 2 already. This is the only time he is still. Cayden Lee

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-10146948278987646742011-01-12T12:22:00.000-07:002011-01-12T12:22:18.714-07:00

This is the entry for a Veteran's art show that our state is having. I am at this point 1/2 done. The needle shows the scale. 28ct evenweave 1 over 1 using DMC. The pattern is Simply Live by The Primative Needle. Called for Valdani Threads but I don't use those so I converted to DMC. The colors are a little bright, if I do it again I will use more subdued threads. The finished size will be 3.5 by

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-3162827050243747822011-01-10T11:26:00.000-07:002011-01-10T11:26:20.957-07:00

Made overalls for my grandson. Embroidered a tractor on the front.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-80972877565246174772011-01-10T10:59:00.000-07:002011-01-10T10:59:53.731-07:00

May Rene LaFrog Rest in Peace. Her passing will leave a hole in our cyber world. Prayers for her family at during this difficult time.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-12498394452916562502011-01-07T13:14:00.000-07:002011-01-07T13:14:42.427-07:00

Contest Entry for Nicky's Creations. Her pattern. I stitched in on 28ct 1 over 1. Finished into a pin cushion and filled it with crushed walnut shells. Turned out really cute I think.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-58099084435377269202011-01-07T13:12:00.002-07:002011-01-10T11:28:29.193-07:00

Edited on Jan 10,2011 This is the framed piece,colors are a little washed out but had to turn off the flash.  Birth Sampler in the WorksStarted in Jan 09. Birth Sampler finished!!!!!!!! Just in time for his 2nd Birthday.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-46638493979695174892010-12-31T20:48:00.000-07:002010-12-31T20:48:45.878-07:00

Needed something to keep the items on my bedside table organized. Had this really great couple of pieces of material in my stash. Now I know where my glasses are and a flashlight if I need it. The remote is in the bigger pockets.  AS YOU CAN SEE, I LOOOVE PURPLE!!!

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-32449536426383734012010-12-31T12:46:00.000-07:002010-12-31T12:46:36.364-07:00

This is the PIF I received from Cath in the UK. Isn't it just toooooo Cute.Now I will be having a PIF. Three people who comment on this entry will receive within the next year a PIF from me. Make sure I have a way to contact you in your comment. If more than 3 comments, I will use a random number generator to choose the 3 winners. 

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-65997633858130984052010-12-30T10:58:00.000-07:002010-12-30T10:58:15.384-07:00

We have snow in Lake Havasu City!!! It not only hailed but snowed last night. The snow is still holding on the hills behind us. Pics later.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-51191176200932373452010-12-24T19:06:00.000-07:002010-12-24T19:06:48.452-07:00

Had some computer problems last weekend. Just got back online today. May you and your family have a very Merry Christmas. Health and Happiness to all.. God Bless.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-30230585948286391482010-12-14T13:16:00.000-07:002010-12-14T13:16:43.685-07:00

More pics of ornaments finished for this year.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-67583175272443189012010-12-14T13:14:00.000-07:002010-12-14T13:14:40.575-07:00

These are all the ornaments that I have stitched this past year. Some were done just at the end of last year as is evident by the date on them.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-89393461294497403032010-12-05T11:10:00.002-07:002010-12-05T11:10:58.941-07:00

I mailed my final exchange for the season. When it arrives I will publish a pic of the ornament. 

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-36982043819952892812010-11-30T16:56:00.000-07:002010-11-30T16:56:13.734-07:00

I finally have a pic of the ornament I received from Joanne. The Exchange was organized by Sassy Mini Dolls. Thank you for a great Exchange.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-8198650635516442262010-11-23T20:17:00.002-07:002010-11-29T11:53:08.978-07:00

This is the ornament that I sent to Laura in Spain. She has received it now and I can show it to you. The top pic is the front, 1 over 1 on 28ct evenweave. The design is from Russia, Aliola, called the Galloping Deer. The bottom pic is the back. I personalized it with our initials and the year. Edited 11-29-10.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-7101351159035729342010-11-19T16:35:00.000-07:002010-11-19T16:39:02.968-07:00

I am going to take a class for a pieced welcome sign, with a western theme. I needed a present for my DIL and it is perfect. Really looking forward to it. It is on Dec 11, all day. Now to get the supplies together.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-70367893274851606882010-11-16T17:24:00.001-07:002010-11-16T17:25:20.936-07:00

I got my 3rd exchange off in the mail yesterday. Now the final one is in the works for mailing by Dec 1. Will publish pics when it is received overseas.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-68585794267325395062010-11-13T13:01:00.001-07:002010-11-13T13:03:40.434-07:00

This is the exchange I sent to Potel, in France. It has been received and I can now publish the pics. Thanks to Potel for taking the pic as I wasn't able to when I sent it. I will mail my next one on Monday.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-27605614166283078432010-11-03T13:02:00.000-07:002010-11-03T13:05:18.102-07:00

This is the exchange that I sent to Joanne. She sent me a beeswax bear. I have yet to take a good photo of it. I am hoping that she will post a pic and I can steal it to post here.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-3956004187355935672010-11-03T12:21:00.001-07:002010-11-03T12:28:00.526-07:00

Received this lovely item from Ohlala Broderie, Potel. Doesn't she do just perfect work. I am very happy with this exchange. You can't see it but the fabric is iridescent. This is the second of 4 exchanges that I am involved in this fall. I have sent out 2 and am working on the 3rd and 4th. I am waiting for my 1st partner to post pics so that I can put them on my blog. I still don't have a

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-65479346628465516592010-10-22T17:13:00.000-07:002010-10-22T17:21:24.237-07:00

I entered an exchange at The Sassy Mini Dolls and have received from my partner. JoAnne Balaz. You can see it on her site. I don't yet have the ability to put up pics. I will get JoAnne's out soon. I have 3 others going that are do between Nov 1 and Dec 1. I love this time of year as I meet lots of new people through exchanges.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-40714486588453098322010-10-19T22:08:00.000-07:002010-10-19T22:11:10.102-07:00

Can anyone help me find or do you have a copy of Cross Eyed Cricket #140 "Keepsake". I have #141 Keepsakes II and would like to stitch the other 6 in the Brides Tree Ornaments. I would love any help you can give me. I am using a borrowed computer so I am not online as often as I would like to be. Send me and email. It is in my profile. Thank you to all in blog land.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-56088942228418056142010-10-08T12:26:00.000-07:002010-10-17T08:41:43.019-07:00

OMG, MY COMPUTER DIED!!!I am borrowing a computer to get email and to try and keep up with my blog reader. I am not going to be posting any pics for a while. I am involved in 4 exchanges and have to get them done. I lost most of my patterns and my Gift Of Stitching Digital magazine copies. A friend is going to dump my hard drive but that won't be for a couple of weeks. Seems the mother board on

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-21056284242868546792010-09-16T09:33:00.001-07:002010-09-16T09:38:58.157-07:00

This is a wedding banner I designed for my brother. The first pic shows the whole thing including the fringe. The second is a close-up, the third shows the beading on the top conch.My brother is big into Native American things. I used a border from a pattern I got online. The bear is from a book of Native American charts.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-83136289265540527512010-09-16T08:27:00.000-07:002010-09-16T08:32:27.546-07:00

Click the photo to go to Lizzie's blog post. She is collecting orphan quilt blocks to make into a quilt for a friend who is treminally ill. Sue was a quilter before her illness made it impossible to continue. Let's all help Lizzie show her friend how much quilters love each other.

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-87275586807934528462010-09-14T17:43:00.000-07:002010-09-14T17:50:07.244-07:00

This past month has been really hectic. Youngest son is still off work and has now lost his job due to this accident. Lost his housing as well. Lawyers working on the problems but nothing good yet. I did have a really great surprise though. I won a giveaway on Ornaments. Orna Willis the designer made a needle case and I won it. It is made of Suede and has a piece of original Orna Willis canvas

Katehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06395157955320659033noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1624341971253260881.post-51041808753739025922010-09-05T12:04:00.000-07:002010-09-05T12:05:51.384-07:00

Reflections of a Desert Rat--is having a give away to celebrate her birthday. Sounds like fun, go check it out.

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